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The Senior Accountant, Revenue Recognition, will participate in all aspects of the revenue accounting function to review and approve customer contracts for proper revenue recognition.

To be successful in this role, you will:

Review fully executed customer contracts to conclude on appropriate accounting treatment and identify any issues to ensure that all software and services revenues are accounted for in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (ASC 606).

Review and approve revenue allocation and revenue plans in the NetSuite accounting system to ensure accurate revenue recognition treatment in the general ledger and support the monthly closing process.

Review drafts of customer contracts and provide revenue accounting guidance to Legal and Sales personnel on an as-needed basis.

Prepare supporting revenue accounting documentation, including revenue accounting checklists, position papers and revenue allocation spreadsheets for booked orders.

Assist manager with technical research on complex revenue accounting issues.

Assist with Fair Value (SSP) analyses of historical sales transactions.

Support annual audit and quarterly reviews by providing external auditors with requested documentation for revenue transactions being tested.

Assist with preparation of SEC filings as needed.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and CPA certification required.

3-5 years of software revenue accounting experience required.

Public accounting experience strongly preferred.

Strong collaboration and communication skills required for regular and frequent interaction with sales and legal personnel, senior management, and outside auditors.

Strong Microsoft Excel skills required.

Strong organizational and analytical skills.

Ability to work in an area requiring special attention to detail and adherence to regular monthly deadlines.

Tools and Resources 

Training and Development: During onboarding, we focus on equipping new hires with the skills and knowledge for success through department-specific training. Continuous learning is a central focus at Appian, with dedicated mentorship and the First-Friend program being widely utilized resources for new hires.  Growth Opportunities: Appian provides a diverse array of growth and development opportunities, including our leadership program tailored for new and aspiring managers, a comprehensive library of specialized department training through Appian University, skills based training, and tuition reimbursement for those aiming to advance their education. This commitment ensures that employees have access to a holistic range of development opportunities. Community: We’ll immerse you into our community rooted in respect starting on day one. Appian fosters inclusivity through our 8 employee-led affinity groups. These groups help employees build stronger internal and external networks by planning social, educational, and outreach activities to connect with Appianites and larger initiatives throughout the company.

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