Director, Revenue Accounting

Overview

This is an incredible opportunity to be part of a company that has been at the forefront of AI and high-performance data storage innovation for over two decades. Data Direct Networks (DDN) is a global market leader renowned for powering many of the world's most demanding AI data centers, in industries ranging from life sciences and healthcare to financial services, autonomous cars, Government, academia, research and manufacturing.

DDN is seeking a Director, Revenue Accounting to lead global revenue accounting and support the Company’s next phase of growth. This role will be responsible for ensuring accurate and compliant revenue recognition under ASC 606 across complex software licensing, subscription, and hardware contracts. The role will oversee the monthly revenue close and drive improvements in revenue processes, systems, and controls. The ideal candidate combines technical expertise with a proven ability to lead cross‑functional initiatives, implement scalable solutions, and drive organizational change.

• Own global revenue accounting activities, including monthly close, revenue recognition, reconciliations, and related financial reporting in accordance with ASC 606
• Review and interpret complex customer contracts across software licenses, subscriptions, maintenance/support, and hardware
• Partner with Sales, Legal, and Deal Desk to evaluate and structure non‑standard deals, ensuring alignment between commercial terms and revenue recognition requirements
• Establish and maintain standalone selling price (SSP) methodologies and support ongoing updates as product and pricing models evolve
• Support external audits, serving as a key point of contact for revenue recognition matters and audit deliverables
• Drive modernization of revenue systems and processes, leveraging automation and AI to improve scalability, accuracy, and efficiency
• Lead and develop a revenue accounting team, fostering technical depth, operational excellence, and cross‑functional partnership

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred
• 8–10+ years of progressive experience in revenue accounting, including a combination of public accounting and high‑growth technology or software industry experience
• Proven expertise with ASC 606 revenue recognition, with required experience accounting for complex multi‑element arrangements
• Experience supporting implementation and enhancement of revenue recognition systems (e.g., Zuora Revenue or similar), including integration with ERP and automation of revenue accounting processes
• Advanced analytical and technical accounting skills with ability to independently research and resolve complex issues

Salary Range for role: $195,000 - $225,000

DDN has a very strong orientation towards these 4 characteristics and any successful employee will demonstrate these capabilities:

Self-Starter - Takes independent action to identify and solve problems. Seeks out relevant information needed to make decisions. Gets involved with new initiatives.

Success/Achievement Orientation - Delivers quality results consistently. Targets, achieves (or exceeds) measurable results. Sets challenging goals, focuses on critical priorities, and is accountable.

Problem Solving - Recognizes problems and responds with a systematic assessment that identifies and addresses cause of issue. Practical, realistic, and resourceful.

Innovative - Builds and improves key business processes that enhance the effectiveness of DDN. Generates new ideas, challenges the status quo, and solves problems creatively.

Data Direct Networks, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender, sex stereotyping, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.