Sr. Revenue Accountant

Job Description:

Emerson is looking for a Senior Revenue Accountant to serve on the Global Revenue team as a key business partner to all stakeholders in our revenue recognition cycle. We seek a candidate that has a strong, broad understanding of the accounting requirements for revenue recognition under U.S. GAAP (ASC 606/IFRS 15), as well as an ability to apply those standards in a rapidly changing business environment.

• Strong individual contributor and collaborator across global functions and regions.
• Self-starter, with a strong sense of ownership and customer focus
• Keen attention to detail and organized
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize and meet deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Intellectual curiosity
• Innovative, adaptive and seeks continuous improvement
• Strong communication skills

• Supports annual and quarterly revenue forecast and analysis for internal management reporting
• Reviews large sales transaction to ensure revenue recognition and deferred revenue is accurately recorded based on the terms of the agreement
• Completes monthly revenue accounting and close responsibilities
• Communicates technical issues related to revenue accounting
• Maintains up to date policies and procedures, checklists and 404 and 302 control documentation
• Coordinates meetings with stakeholders throughout the organization to gain understanding of new product offerings and makes recommendation for revenue recognition policy for same
• Prepares ad hoc analysis of revenue and deferred revenue
• Assists with Form 10-Q and Form 10-K revenue disclosures
• Assists in providing timely support for quarterly and annual external reviews and audits
• Maintains knowledge of accounting and reporting accounting developments affecting revenue accounting and reporting, summarizes same and communicates findings and recommendations to senior finance personnel

• Effectively communicating and coordinating on a global team
• Managing multiple priorities in a rapidly changing environment
• Managing multiple sources of data and information and ensuring all are included and appropriately summarized to provide timely accurate analysis to key decision makers

• CPA or equivalent preferred
• 2+ years accounting experience (Big 4, Industry or combination of both)
• Proficient user of MS Office Software, including MS Excel
• Experience with Oracle, Hyperion, and Apollo is a plus

• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Rate of pay within the stated range will depend on the qualification of the applicant.