Symbotic
Senior Manager, Revenue
Job Description
What we need
We are looking for a hands-on Senior Manager, Revenue, to join our Revenue Accounting team within our finance organization. You will ensure accurate revenue recognition, lead month-end close activities, and support compliance with accounting standards while partnering with cross-functional teams to optimize revenue processes. You will bring both technical and operational revenue experience, team leadership, and lead special projects. This position will report to the Director, Revenue Controller.
What we do
The Accounting team is part of the Finance organization, a critical strategic partner for the business. Finance functions include General Accounting, Accounts Payable & Receivable, Internal Audit, and FP&A. The Finance team serves as a trusted source of financial information and guidance for internal stakeholders, customers, suppliers, regulators, and external partners.
What you’ll do
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Lead month-end close activities for revenue, including reviewing and approving journal entries, performing variance analyses, and ensuring timely and accurate revenue recognition in accordance with ASC 606, while maintaining strong internal controls.
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Support quarterly and annual reporting (Form 10-Q and 10-K) by preparing revenue-related schedules, disclosures, and audit-ready documentation for SEC filings.
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Review contract terms and deliverables to confirm that revenue recognition aligns with contractual obligations and accounting standards.
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Manage and maintain unbilled and deferred revenue schedules, performing detailed reconciliations, identifying anomalies, and ensuring appropriate classification.
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Oversee, mentor, and develop team members by providing guidance on daily tasks, reviewing work for accuracy, and supporting professional development.
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Collaborate cross-functionally with Internal Audit, FP&A, Legal, GL accounting, and Sales to resolve contract questions, improve processes, and support accurate financial reporting.
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Perform technical accounting research related to ASC 606 and other relevant guidance, documenting conclusions, and providing input on complex revenue arrangements.
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Respond to revenue-related inquiries and ad-hoc requests to deliver clear analysis, insights, and recommendations to internal stakeholders.
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Serve as a primary point of contact for internal and external auditors on revenue-related matters, coordinating audit requests and ensuring compliance with control requirements.
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Drive continuous process improvements within the revenue cycle, enhancing controls, streamlining workflows, and supporting system enhancements that improve accuracy and efficiency.
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Execute special projects and strategic initiatives as assigned.
What you’ll need
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Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA preferred.
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Minimum of 10 years of progressive revenue accounting experience, preferably in Software or complex multi-element arrangement environment with percentage-of-completion accounting. Big 4 Public Accounting Firm experience preferred.
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Experience managing and mentoring team members, providing guidance, reviewing work, and supporting professional development.
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Strong technical revenue accounting expertise with in-depth knowledge of ASC 606 and the ability to apply it to complex transactions.
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Demonstrated ability to review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and control activities in compliance with internal controls and accounting standards.
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Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, with the ability to efficiently work with large datasets, perform complex analyses, and solve problems using data. Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems is a plus.
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Strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex issues with clarity to stakeholders at all levels.
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Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks effectively with the ability to manage non-negotiable timelines.
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Self-starter with proven problem-solving ability, capable of identifying issues, proposing solutions, and executing initiatives independently.
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Hybrid schedule (minimum 3 days per week based in Wilmington, MA office)
Our Environment
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Up to 10% of travel may be required. Employees must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive and/or fly to client and other customer locations.
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The employee is responsible for owning a credit card and managing expenses personally to be reimbursed on a bi-weekly basis.
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