Director of Revenue Accounting

Position Overview:

Legence is seeking an experienced and highly technical Director of Revenue Accounting to join our Corporate Finance team. This role will enhance the design, SOX implementation and governance of the Company's revenue recognition framework, with a focus on percentage of completion contract accounting in a complex, multi-entity organization.
This is a high-impact position as the individual will partner closely with the senior Controllership and operating company finance teams to drive consistent application of revenue accounting policies and compliance with US GAAP. This is a hybrid position that will be located in our Houston office.

Key Responsibilities:

Revenue Internal Controls and Governance

Assist in the finalization of SOX implementation, including enhanced standardized revenue processes and controls
Monitor consistency in application of accounting treatment for: contracts, change orders, WIP (Work in Process) and project forecasting
Analyze complex contracts and provide guidance on appropriate revenue recognition and contract structuring
Provide accounting guidance on complex or non-routine transactions impacting revenue and related areas
Prepare clear, well-supported accounting documentation to support key conclusions and ensure alignment with company policies
Serve as a trusted advisor to corporate and operating finance teams on revenue-related matters

Act as a key point of contact for external auditors on revenue and related accounting matters
Ensure documentation is audit-ready, well supported and aligned with internal control framework, including SOX

Partner with corporate financial reporting to support revenue disclosures and financial statement preparation.

Optimize revenue accounting processes and reporting, partnering with Finance Systems / IT to enhance ERP and reporting tools for better data consistency and visibility

Leadership & Partnership

Serve as a technical advisor to corporate leadership and business unit finance teams providing insight into revenue implications and financial considerations
Advise on contract structuring to align business objectives with appropriate revenue recognition outcomes and risk management

Desired Experience and Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in accounting required
CPA required
10-15+ years of progressive accounting experience, including Big 4 or national public accounting firm experience
In depth working knowledge of ASC 606, including Percentage-of-completion (POC) accounting
Deep expertise in US GAAP and technical accounting
Strong ability to interpret and apply complex accounting guidance
Experience in:
Construction, engineering, or project-based services industries preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Operates at the highest standards of business ethics, honesty, personal integrity, and professionalism
Strong attention to detail, rigorous and methodical
Positive attitude that takes initiative and drives results
Clear and concise written and verbal communication;
Ability to translate complex issues into simple and easy to understand terms
Adaptable to change and ability to pivot priorities and manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Critical thinking skills to solve problems and identify opportunities for process improvement

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