Revenue Accounting Director

PTC; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

PTC seeks a Revenue Accounting Director to join the Global Revenue Assurance team. Reporting to the VP, this role blends technical revenue accounting with cross-functional partnership to support growth and evolution in a global software company.

You will work with Finance, Sales, Legal, Product, and Revenue Operations to ensure revenue accounting is integrated into initiatives while maintaining ASC 606 compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• Active CPA license.
• 8+ years of experience in public accounting and/or revenue accounting.
• Experience with ASC 606 and revenue recognition in software or SaaS.

Responsibilities

• Serve as SME on revenue recognition; guide complex transactions.
• Develop, implement and maintain revenue accounting policies in ASC 606.
• Draft technical memos and analyses related to revenue recognition.
• Review accounting implications of new product offerings and pricing.

Skills

Stakeholder collaboration

Analytical thinking

Project leadership

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA license

Tools

Oracle

RevPro

Salesforce

Job description

Our world is transforming, and PTC is leading the way. Our software brings the physical and digital worlds together, enabling companies to improve operations, create better products, and empower people in all aspects of their business.

Our people make all the difference in our success. Today, we are a global team of nearly 7,000 and our main objective is to create opportunities for our team members to explore, learn, and grow – all while seeing their ideas come to life and celebrating the differences that make us who we are and the work we do possible.

Revenue Accounting Director

Drive Revenue Excellence at the Intersection of Accounting, Strategy, and Growth

PTC is seeking a Revenue Accounting Director to join our Global Revenue Assurance organization. Reporting to the VP of Global Revenue Assurance, this role combines technical revenue accounting expertise with cross-functional partnership to support the company's continued growth and evolution.

This is an opportunity for an experienced revenue accounting professional to play a meaningful role in shaping revenue processes, influencing business decisions, and helping scale a global software organization. The ideal candidate brings deep knowledge of revenue recognition within a SaaS or software environment, strong business acumen, and a collaborative approach to solving complex challenges.

You will work closely with teams across Finance, GTM, Commercial Desk, Legal, Product, Revenue Operations, and Systems to ensure revenue accounting considerations are effectively integrated into business initiatives while maintaining compliance with ASC 606.

Why This Role?

This role offers the opportunity to expand your impact beyond traditional revenue accounting by partnering with business leaders, supporting strategic initiatives, and helping scale a world-class revenue accounting organization. Whether you are an existing Director or a high-performing Senior Manager ready to take the next step in your career, this position offers significant visibility, growth, and leadership opportunities within a global software company.

What Success Looks Like

• Trusted partner to Finance and business stakeholders.
• Strong technical leadership on revenue recognition matters.
• Improved scalability and efficiency of revenue accounting processes.
• Successful support of growth initiatives, new offerings, and transformation efforts.
• Revenue accounting that enables business growth while maintaining strong compliance and governance.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expert on revenue recognition matters, providing guidance on complex and non-routine transactions.
• Support the development, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of revenue accounting policies, controls, and procedures in compliance with ASC 606.
• Draft technical accounting memos, position papers, and analyses related to revenue recognition matters.
• Review and assess the accounting implications of new product offerings, pricing models, commercial arrangements, and strategic initiatives.

Business Partnership

• Partner with Sales, Commercial Desk, Legal, Product, FP&A, and Revenue Operations teams to evaluate revenue recognition considerations associated with new deals and business initiatives.
• Translate technical accounting requirements into practical business guidance that supports informed decision-making.
• Collaborate with stakeholders throughout the deal lifecycle to ensure revenue implications are identified early and addressed proactively.

Process Improvement & Scale

• Partner with Finance Systems, IT, and Revenue Operations teams to improve automation, efficiency, and scalability across revenue accounting processes.
• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, improve controls, and enhance operational effectiveness.
• Support system implementations, upgrades, and process transformation initiatives impacting revenue accounting.

Special Projects & Strategic Initiatives

• Participate in cross-functional initiatives including acquisitions, integrations, system implementations, and process improvement efforts.
• Monitor emerging accounting guidance and assess potential impacts to the business.
• Support strategic initiatives designed to enhance the effectiveness and scalability of the global revenue accounting function.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• Active CPA license.
• 8+ years of experience in public accounting and/or revenue accounting.
• Experience with ASC 606 and revenue recognition in a software, SaaS, or subscription-based business model.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a Revenue Accounting, Revenue Assurance, Technical Accounting, or Financial Reporting leadership role.
• Proven ability to collaborate and influence stakeholders across Finance and non-Finance organizations, including Sales, Product, GTM, Commercial Desk, Legal, Revenue Operations, and Systems teams.
• Experience supporting acquisitions, integrations, system implementations, or process improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with Oracle, RevPro, Salesforce, and related finance or revenue systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate complex accounting matters.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to explain technical accounting concepts to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders, lead projects, and drive results in a collaborative environment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

PTC carefully considers a wide variety of factors when determining compensation. The anticipated annual salary range for this position is between $175,000 - $215,000. The salary range reflects a good-faith estimate of compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on a candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Additionally, candidates may be eligible for a performance-based bonus. Employees also have the opportunity to become a PTC shareholder through our employee share purchase program (ESPP), which allows for the purchase of discounted PTC stock. Certain roles may also be eligible for participation in our equity programs. Employees may be eligible for medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and sick leave, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) contributions and employer match, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage and, if you are an office-assigned employee, a generous commuter subsidy. All total rewards and benefits programs are subject to applicable plan eligibility and other terms and conditions.

For more information about PTC’s comprehensive benefits, please visit our Careers Page.

PTC recruits on a rolling basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled.

This position is not eligible for employment-based immigration sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without requiring current or future sponsorship from PTC.