Revenue Accountant

This role is responsible for ensuring the accurate billing, accounting, collection, and reporting of company revenue. This role serves as the primary owner of the revenue cycle, including invoicing, revenue recognition compliance, accounts receivable management, customer credit evaluations, and month-end revenue close activities.

As Revenue Accountant, you will work closely with Sales, Operations, Project Management, and Accounting to ensure revenue transactions are processed accurately, customer accounts are managed effectively, and revenue is recognized in accordance with company policies and applicable accounting standards. This role plays a critical part in maintaining the integrity of financial reporting while supporting strong cash flow performance and customer relationships.

****This role is based in Tallahassee with the production facility located in Perry Florida. During the first 90 days training will be completed in Perry, once complete the role will move to the Tallahassee office with the need to travel to Perry being an average of once a week.****

Key Responsibilities

Revenue Accounting & Revenue Recognition

• Ensure revenue is recognized in accordance with company policies and applicable accounting standards.
• Review contracts, customer purchase orders, and billing arrangements to ensure proper revenue treatment.
• Maintain revenue recognition schedules and supporting documentation.
• Partner with Accounting and Operations to resolve revenue-related issues and discrepancies.
• Support external audits and provide documentation related to revenue transactions.
• Monitor revenue processes and recommend improvements to strengthen controls and reporting accuracy.

Billing & Invoicing

• Oversee the timely and accurate generation of customer invoices.
• Ensure billing aligns with customer contracts, project milestones, and company policies.
• Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies and customer disputes.
• Coordinate with Operations, Project Management, and Sales to ensure complete and accurate billing information.
• Identify opportunities to improve billing efficiency and reduce invoicing errors.

Accounts Receivable & Collections

• Manage customer accounts receivable balances and collection activities.
• Develop and execute collection strategies to minimize past due balances and improve cash flow.
• Maintain regular communication with customers regarding outstanding invoices and payment commitments.
• Escalate collection concerns and payment risks as appropriate.
• Monitor aging reports and drive resolution of delinquent accounts.

Credit Management & Customer Risk

• Evaluate customer credit applications and establish credit limits and payment terms.
• Monitor customer payment trends and overall credit exposure.
• Recommend account holds, credit limit changes, and other risk mitigation actions when necessary.
• Partner with Sales and leadership to balance revenue growth with prudent risk management.
• Maintain customer credit files and supporting documentation.

Month-End Close & Reporting

• Lead month-end close activities related to revenue, billing, accounts receivable, and deferred revenue.
• Prepare account reconciliations and supporting schedules.
• Analyze revenue and receivable balances for accuracy and completeness.
• Assist in monthly financial reporting and variance analysis.
• Support forecasting efforts by providing insights into revenue trends, collections, and customer payment activity.

Process Improvement & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Sales, Operations, Customer Service, and Accounting to improve the order-to-cash process.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of revenue cycle policies and procedures.
• Identify opportunities for automation and process efficiencies.
• Support ERP system enhancements related to revenue, billing, and collections.

QualificationsRequired

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3-7 years of experience in revenue accounting, accounts receivable, billing, or revenue operations.
• Strong understanding of revenue recognition principles and accounting fundamentals.
• Experience managing customer billing and collections processes.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred

• Manufacturing, construction, project-based, or industrial industry experience.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably Acumatica.
• Knowledge of ASC 606 revenue recognition principles.
• Experience with customer credit evaluation and risk management.

Key Competencies

• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Analytical and critical thinking abilities
• Effective communication and customer relationship management
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Process improvement mindset
• Sound business judgment and decision-making skills

Success Metrics

• Accurate and timely month-end revenue close
• Revenue recognition compliance and audit readiness
• Billing accuracy and invoice timeliness
• Reduction in billing disputes and invoice errors
• DSO and collections performance
• Reduction in aged receivables and bad debt exposure
• Accuracy of revenue and receivable account reconciliations
• Continuous improvement of revenue cycle processes

Pay: $60,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Profit sharing
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Tallahassee, FL 32301