Director, Revenue Accounting

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• Own revenue recognition policies and ensure compliance with ASC 606 and GAAP
• Develop and implement scalable financial controls for revenue recognition and reporting
• Lead the monthly and quarterly revenue close process, ensuring accurate and timely reporting
• Oversee the order-to-cash cycle, including invoicing, collections, and cash application
• Collaborate with Sales, Legal, and Finance to review customer contracts, structure deals, and support the sales team by assisting with customer onboarding requests and related processes
• Optimize revenue processes through automation and system enhancements (NetSuite, Salesforce, etc)
• Partner with FP&A to support revenue forecasting and analytics
• Lead and develop a high-performing revenue accounting team, mentoring and supporting a direct report

What you'll bringStudies have shown that some candidates tend to apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We encourage you to apply if you meet most of the criteria - even if you don’t match all of the qualifications, your skills and experience could be valuable in this role!

• 10+ years of accounting experience, with 5+ years specifically focused on revenue accounting in an Enterprise SaaS environment
• Located in the San Francisco Bay Area (preferred)
• Deep expertise in ASC 606 revenue recognition and contract review
• Experience leading order-to-cash processes and revenue automation
• Proficiency in NetSuite, Salesforce, Celigo, or other revenue automation tools
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment

What we offer

Kentik is a fully remote company that operates globally. We seek professionals that will help us thrive as an organization, and in turn, to broaden and enhance your career. We’re very thorough in the interview process to understand your skills and how they will relate to your successful growth here at Kentik. Our compensation philosophy encompasses a fair program for all in order to attract, engage and retain talented individuals who will drive our business and wow our customers.

The compensation range for this position is: $180,000 - $225,000. This range reflects the low and high end of the U.S. compensation range Kentik reasonably and generally expects to pay the hired candidate in this role. The actual compensation offered may be lower or higher than the stated range depending on various factors, including but not limited to:

• Experience with the skill sets required for success
• Demonstrated competencies and potential 
• A geographic market-based approach

In addition to a great career opportunity, Kentik offers stellar benefits for our employees, which include:

• 100% of premiums are paid by company for health, vision and dental coverage for you and your dependents
• Additionally, an annual Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) of $3,000 for an individual or $4,500 for a family
• Paid family & medical leave 
• Open PTO, a quarterly Wellness Day, and a minimum of 10 paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement account
• Home office reimbursement 
• Stock options

Note: Benefits are as listed for all US full-time employees. For compensation, international applicants will be treated equitably in relation to the laws applicable within the countries in which we operate.

The true meaning of Kentik is visibility. We’re committed to making sure everyone feels empowered to use their voice, has a sense of belonging, and is represented at Kentik. 

We don’t look for individuals who fit the culture, but those who will continue to add to the culture.
We encourage everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in the industry: people of color, LGBTQI+ community, women, individuals with disabilities (both seen and unseen), veterans, and people of any age or family status. 

Kentik is committed to creating an inclusive interview process. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please reach out to [email protected].

Come as you are!
You will be working at a fast-growing, well-funded startup alongside industry thought leaders and network aficionados as we build the future of observability and set the high bar for how network operations and digital businesses should run. With a competitive salary and amazing benefits on top of the meaningful and challenging projects you’ll take on, we’re sure you’ll enjoy joining the Kentik team.

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