Revenue Accountant

DeWinter Group; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site in Palo Alto

Job summary

DeWinter Group is seeking a Revenue Accountant for a temporary contract in Palo Alto, focusing on SOX controls, month-end closes, and revenue recognition in a SaaS-friendly environment.

You will work with senior team members, perform reconciliations, and support audit readiness while complying with US GAAP and ASC 606 standards.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of accounting or revenue accounting experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Strong US GAAP knowledge with ASC 606 and SOX awareness.
• Proficient Excel (VLOOKUP, pivots, data validation) and exposure to NetSuite/Salesforce.
• Attention to detail and strong written/verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and validate SOX control workbooks with data accuracy.
• Support deal review by matching quote terms to sales orders.
• Execute month-end activities in NetSuite including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Assist revenue close validations, schedules, and audit readiness.
• Identify risks and blockers and participate in process improvements.

Skills

US GAAP knowledge

ASC 606 familiarity

SOX controls

Excel proficiency

NetSuite

Salesforce

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

NetSuite

Salesforce

Google Workspace

Job description

Join Our Team as a Revenue Accountant

Are you a detail-oriented finance professional passionate about precision and compliance? We are seeking a dedicated Revenue Accountant to support our Revenue Accounting team on a temporary contract basis. This pivotal role offers the opportunity to work closely with senior team members, ensuring accurate month-end and quarter-end closes, maintaining SOX control workbooks, and executing key reconciliation activities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and validate SOX control workbooks, ensuring data accuracy and completeness
• Support deal review and processing by comparing quote terms with sales order details
• Execute month-end accounting activities in NetSuite, including journal entries and reconciliations
• Assist with revenue close validations, supporting schedules, and audit readiness
• Proactively identify and communicate potential risks or blockers
• Contribute to ad-hoc projects and process improvements with a proactive mindset

Required Skills:

• 3+ years of relevant experience in Accounting or Revenue Accounting
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Strong understanding of US GAAP; familiarity with ASC 606 and SOX controls preferred
• Proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, data validation) and experience with NetSuite and Salesforce is a plus
• Excellent attention to detail and self-review capabilities
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and adapt quickly in a dynamic environment

Nice to Have Skills:

• Experience with Google Workspace tools
• Knowledge of SaaS revenue recognition processes
• Exposure to complex reconciliation activities and audit preparations

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• At least 3 years of hands-on experience in revenue or financial accounting, preferably within SaaS or public companies

Additional Requirements:

• This is a contract role based in Palo Alto, requiring on-site presence on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays. Remote work is not applicable.
• Ability to commit to the contract duration from November 9, 2026, to March 17, 2027
• Strong analytical skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving

This role is an excellent opportunity for experienced accounting professionals looking to make a significant impact in a collaborative and innovative environment.