Senior Revenue Systems Accountant

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Revenue Systems Accountant with strong data and systems skills, a solid understanding of ASC 606 revenue recognition, and a passion for automation and process improvement. This role will play a key part in optimizing revenue systems and collaborating with developers to enhance automation and efficiency. Ideal candidates will have experience in SaaS revenue models and a desire to grow into leadership and systems-focused roles.

• Review complex customer contracts for ASC 606 considerations and assess operational impact.
• Drive adoption of new accounting systems and features; manage projects and stakeholders effectively.
• Translate accounting requirements into system specifications for developers to ensure compliance and efficiency.
• Develop training and documentation for Finance, Sales, and Revenue Operations teams, including evaluating AI tools for process improvement.
• Draft accounting memos and respond to external auditor inquiries.
• Ensure accuracy of monthly revenue reporting through automated controls and variance analysis.
• Identify opportunities to scale revenue processes as the organization grows, balancing compliance with efficiency.
• Participate in month‑end close while driving process improvements to reduce timelines.
• Mentor junior staff on revenue recognition challenges.
• Perform other accounting duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• 3‑4 years with strong systems exposure, or 5+ years in SaaS accounting with proven systems/process leadership.
• Practical experience with system development cycles.
• Solid understanding of ASC 606 principles and SSP‑based revenue recognition.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Familiarity with generative AI tools and their application in accounting and finance.
• Experience supporting financial reporting and revenue variance analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills; detail‑oriented.
• Experience mentoring junior team members.

• Experience with Workday Financials and Salesforce.
• CPA license.

• Opportunity to influence revenue systems and processes, including evaluating new tools and automation strategies.
• Exposure to advanced projects and potential for future leadership roles.
• Collaborative environment with cross‑functional teams (Sales, Revenue Operations, Developers).
• Growing organization with strong trajectory.

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:

• the individual's skill sets, experience and training;
• licensure and certification requirements;
• office location and other geographic considerations;
• other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco/Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other…