Confluent - Revenue Accountant

- Confluent is pioneering a fundamentally new category of data infrastructure focused on data in motion. Have you ever found a new favourite series on Netflix, picked up groceries curbside at Walmart, or paid for something using Square? That's the power of data in motion in action-giving organisations instant access to the massive amounts of data that is constantly flowing throughout their business. At Confluent, we're building the foundational platform for this new paradigm of data infrastructure. Our cloud-native offering is designed to be the intelligent connective tissue enabling real-time data, from multiple sources, to constantly stream across the organisation. With Confluent, organisations can create a central nervous system to innovate and win in a digital-first world.

- We're looking for self-motivated team members who crave a challenge and feel energised to roll up their sleeves and help realise Confluent's enormous potential. Chart your own path and take healthy risks as we solve big problems together. We value having diverse teams and want you to grow as we grow-whether you're just starting out in your career or managing a large team, you'll be amazed at the magnitude of your impact.

About the role:

- Confluent is seeking an experienced, self-motivated Senior Revenue Analyst to join our

- Revenue Operations Shared Services team. In this role, you will be involved in daily revenue operations and process improvements. You will also participate in the global revenue process, including playing a key role in the month-end and quarter-end close procedures in our public- company close.

- The ideal candidate is an experienced Chartered Accountant (or with equivalent practical experience) with at least 3-4 years of progressively responsible experience at either a Big 4 public accounting firm or a high-tech organization with a minimum of 1 year in a revenue related role involving on-premise software and SaaS revenue.

- Due to the fast-paced and high growth nature of the Company, the candidate must be detail oriented, have the ability to operate effectively and independently in a rapidly growing and dynamic environment to help drive the Company's continued growth, keep the mindset of improving efficiency and take initiative to drive change.

- This position will report to the Revenue and Billing Manager, Shared Services and have frequent collaboration with the Revenue Operations and Technical Revenue team members located in the United States.

Responsibilities:

- Assist in performing the worldwide monthly financial close related to revenue and commissions (cost of obtaining contracts with customers) and preparing analytics and management reporting

- Review software and SaaS sales contracts and ensure accurate revenue recognition in the Netsuite ARM revenue management system through examining revenue recognition and making adjustments as necessary

- Analyze contracts for whether they should be combined or result in a modification of a prior contract

- Reconcile revenue-related information to ensure accuracy of revenue reporting

- Collaborate with the Professional Services and Training teams to collect project status and recognize revenue accurately as part of month-end close

- Assist in deferred revenue and unbilled accounts receivable reconciliations

- Prepare revenue-related footnote disclosures

- Participate in revenue and billing system automation, improvement and optimization

- Work closely with the external audit team regarding any quarterly review and annual audit requirements

- Actively engage in process improvements, including developing and maintaining Sarbanes Oxley controls over revenue reporting

What We're Looking For:

- Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business or equivalent practical experience

- 3-4 years of progressively responsible experience at a Big 4 public accounting firm or a combination of Big 4 and industry revenue experience, preferably with exposure to a high-tech organization

- Working knowledge of US GAAP with a focus on revenue recognition (ASC 606) and commission recognition/cost of obtaining contracts with customers (ASC 340-40)

- Enterprise software and SaaS industry experience

- Excellent interpersonal skills (oral and written) and the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of personnel

- Intermediate to advanced Excel skills with the ability to manipulate and interpret large sets of data

- Detail-oriented, analytical, organized and self-motivated

- CA certification and NetSuite user experience are a plus

- Confidence in a highly visible role

- Most importantly: a sense of humor, a curious mind, an eagerness to learn

Come As You Are

At Confluent, equality is a core tenet of our culture. We are committed to building an inclusive global team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, beliefs, and experiences. The more diverse we are, the richer our community and the broader our impact. Employment decisions are made on the basis of job-related criteria without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.