Senior Revenue Accountant

Workday, Inc.; Pleasanton, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 124,000 - 186,000; Full time

Job summary

Workday, Inc. is seeking a Senior Revenue Accountant to join the Revenue Recognition Accounting Team.

The role focuses on ensuring accurate revenue recognition for subscriptions, negotiating key terms with Sales and Legal, and driving improvements in contract management and revenue close processes. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in Revenue/Technical Accounting, a CPA and Big 4 experience are preferred, and familiarity with SaaS/Technology.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Revenue / Technical Accounting (ASC 606).
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance.
• CPA with Big 4 experience preferred (optional).
• Experience with SaaS/Technology industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Sales, Legal, Dealdesk, Sales Ops, and Finance during negotiation to structure terms and revenue bookings.
• Provide guidance on accounting framework and contract review for revenue recognition.
• Manage workflows and ensure timely feedback to management on key issues.
• Prepare revenue schedules and reconcilations for subscription contracts.
• Oversee reconciliations and processes within the global revenue close cycle.
• Collaborate with Order-to-Cash teams to ensure executed agreements are properly processed.

Skills

Revenue accounting

ASC 606

SaaS industry experience

Big 4 experience preferred

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Excel

Salesforce

Workday

Zuora RevPro

Job description

## Senior Revenue AccountantApply: Flex: USA, CA, Pleasanton: USA, UT, Salt Lake City: Full Time: Posted Today: JR-0110631**Your work days are brighter here.**We’re obsessed with making hard work pay off, for our people, our customers, and the world around us. As a Fortune 500 company and a leading AI platform for managing people, money, and agents, we’re shaping the future of work so teams can reach their potential and focus on what matters most. The minute you join, you’ll feel it. Not just in the products we build, but in how we show up for each other. Our culture is rooted in integrity, empathy, and shared enthusiasm. We’re in this together, tackling big challenges with bold ideas and genuine care. We look for curious minds and courageous collaborators who bring sun-drenched optimism and drive. Whether you're building smarter solutions, supporting customers, or creating a space where everyone belongs, you’ll do meaningful work with Workmates who’ve got your back. In return, we’ll give you the trust to take risks, the tools to grow, the skills to develop and the support of a company invested in you for the long haul. So, if you want to inspire a brighter work day for everyone, including yourself, you’ve found a match in Workday, and we hope to be a match for you too.**About the Team**The Revenue Recognition Accounting Team drives accuracy and transparency around revenue recognition to ensure consistent financial reporting. We're a dynamic group of accounting professionals who continue to strive for professional excellence and career growth. Our team is excited to continue to be a pivotal contributor to projects geared toward automation and accounting for sales agreements.**About the Role**As a fast-growing and adapting business, we are seeking a skilled Senior Revenue Analyst to join our transformation journey! The ideal candidate will be a great communicator and self-starter who is willing to challenge the norms and thrives in dynamic environments. **Responsibilities:*** Focus on partnering with key stakeholders (Sales, Legal, Dealdesk, Sales Ops, Finance) on deals during the negotiation phase, advising on how to structure key terms, and communicating how revenue will be booked and recognized.* Proven ability to understand business issues and work within the framework of the accounting standard to provide effective guidance.* Ability to effectively manage the workflow to provide timely feedback and input while keeping management aware of key issues.* Attention to detail in documenting reviews in accordance with relevant accounting standards.* Perform contract analysis review and prepare related revenue schedules to verify subscription contracts have been accurately recorded.* Ownership of reconciliations and other processes within the worldwide revenue close cycle.* Ensure timely and accurate reporting of key revenue data.* Partner with Order-to-Cash cross functional teams to ensure all fully executed agreements are properly processed and accounted for.* Collaborate with Dealdesk and Legal to make improvements in the contract management process.* Maintain documentation for all business processes and compliance related work.* Lead and assist with other special projects as needed; drive projects to successful completion.**About You****Required Qualifications:*** 5+ years related experience in Revenue / Technical Accounting (compliance with ASC 606).* Bachelors degree in Accounting/Finance. **Other Qualifications:*** CPA with Big 4 experience preferred.* Experience with SaaS / Technology industry preferred.* A highly productive self-starter with very strong work ethic.* Strong accountability and detail oriented; prepares accurate and timely work product.* Ability to work independently and thrive, and be a team player.* Strong interpersonal, communication and messaging skills.* Ability to adapt to the rapid business and organizational changes that accompany a high-growth environment.* Capable of moving between a variety of roles with ease with working with cross functional teams.* Understanding of global quote-to-cash business processes and best practices.* Proficient in Excel and Zoura (RevPro) and experience in using Salesforce and Workday.**Workday Pay Transparency Statement**The annualized base salary ranges for the primary location and any additional locations are listed below. Workday pay ranges vary based on work location. As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Workday Bonus Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus, as well as annual refresh stock grants. Recruiters can share more detail during the hiring process. Each candidate’s compensation offer will be based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, geography, experience, skills, job duties, and business need, among other things. For more information regarding Workday’s comprehensive benefits, please click here.Primary Location: USA.CA.PleasantonPrimary Location Base Pay Range: $123,800 USD - $185,800 USDAdditional US Location(s) Base Pay Range: $104,600 USD - $185,800 USD**Our Approach to Flexible Work**With Flex Work, we’re combining the best of both worlds: in-person time and remote. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. We know that flexibility can take shape in many ways, so rather than a number of required days in-office each week, we simply **spend at least half (50%) of our time each quarter in the office or in the field** with our customers, prospects, and partners (depending on role). This means you'll have the freedom to create a flexible schedule that caters to your business, team, and personal needs, while being intentional to make the most of time spent together. Those in our remote \"home office\" roles also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for important moments that matter.Pursuant to applicable Fair Chance law, Workday will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.