Director of Revenue Accounting - Distributed US

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Databases are the beating heart of every business in the world.

Cockroach Labs is the team behind CockroachDB, an open-source, distributed SQL database. We aim to build infrastructure that keeps pace with the world, so developers can focus on what matters most: building the best products. Join us on our mission to Make Data Easy. Are you ready to aim high and build to last?

About the Role

The Director of Revenue Accounting will be the founding member of the Revenue Accounting team at Cockroach Labs and play a large role in shaping the broader Accounting team.  You will build and develop the very infrastructure that the Accounting team will grow on for years to come. This individual will lead the Company’s efforts to stay abreast of all its revenue reporting requirements by creating and maintaining accounting manuals and professional accounting memos as well as focusing on reporting requirements for the company as required by GAAP. They will report to the Corporate Controller. This role offers the unique opportunity to directly impact Cockroach Labs’ growth trajectory by standing up to its Revenue Accounting function. An instrumental hire as the company continues to scale, this individual will be expected to take on responsibility at a rapid pace.  The Director of Revenue Accounting will be on the ground floor of a newly formed function at a high-growth startup and will have significant opportunities for growth. 

You Will

  • Assist in the continued development and scaling of the revenue accounting team by scaling the team for both domestic and international expansion
  • Identify opportunities for the design, documentation, and implementation of process improvements and increased controls to support the Company’s growing operations
  • Review existing processes and evaluate future changes required to ensure the most efficient and effective means for revenue recognition
  • Provide support and guidance to the sales, legal, and operations teams during contract negotiations, pilot programs, and reviews in the areas of revenue recognition
  • Review revenue contracts and document revenue recognition treatment and issues in accordance with ASC 606, and internal revenue policies
  • Manage the Billing team in supporting the overall growth of the company by helping to oversee the collections process, analyze all outstanding Accounts Receivable, and track cash collections performance and related metrics (e.g., DSO, etc.)
  • Oversee revenue accounting operations as a key stakeholder in the Order-to-Cash cycle, ensuring accurate and timely reporting of revenue and revenue-related accounts
  • Partner with the Financial Planning & Analysis team in forecasting cash, Accounts Receivable, and other AR-related accounts
  • Collaborate in designing and expanding the Company’s financial systems; and
  • Provide other operational support to the Accounting team, as needed

The Expectations

In your first 30 days, you will develop a strong understanding of our current processes and organizational structure.  You will meet with stakeholders across the organization to better understand how the Accounting team works with other functions.  You will develop relationships with other operational leaders at Cockroach Labs and an understanding of their plans, in particular as they relate to the Revenue Accounting function. You will review and provide feedback on the current Accounting team’s revenue accounting processes and the current plan for this year. You will start to identify areas for improvement in the Accounting team’s operations and processes and make recommendations on how to improve these processes.  

In your first 60 days, you will have a good understanding of how Cockroach Labs operates and continue to identify opportunities to improve the operations of the Revenue Accounting team. You will start implementing new processes to address the more immediate needs of the Accounting team, including being a significant contributor to the design of the Company’s deal desk, policies, and associated processes.

After 3 months, you'll be fully integrated into the team and have created a roadmap of Revenue Accounting projects to make the Company best in class.  You will start implementing, alongside the Accounting team, redesigned systems, workflows, and relationships with key stakeholders to fully build out an Internationally scalable Revenue Accounting function. You will have built key relationships so that you are the go-to subject matter expert in your field.

 You Have

  • 8+ years of relevant experience, with a mix of Big 4 and industry experience preferred
  • CPA preferred
  • Strong understanding of GAAP, specifically with ASC 606, and other revenue-related guidelines
  • Good proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Salesforce, G-Suite, and Netsuite experience
  • The ability to design and maintain scalable processes
  • Experience managing accounting professionals
  • Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization
  • Ability to meet hard deadlines and work under pressure
  • Knowledge of internal controls, internal & external reporting, audit processes
  • Ability to demonstrate excellent judgment and discretion in dealing with confidential and highly sensitive financial or other information

The Team

Reporting to Tom Hannon – Corporate Controller

Tom has always been passionate about technology and is dedicated to building finance and accounting teams that empower and amplify inventive businesses and products rather than constrain them.  At Cockroach Labs, Tom is dedicated to building a function that achieves these goals. Tom has experience building finance and accounting teams in high-growth tech environments and has a strong understanding of both the profession and the industry. Tom believes strongly in the unique value that a Revenue Accounting team can bring and is committed to building a best-in-class function here at Cockroach Labs. Tom enjoys mentoring members of his team and is proud of the continued development and incredible roles many of them have moved on to at other tech companies. In his spare time, Tom is an avid sports fan, a keen runner, and looks forward to the day where we can actively travel again and seek new experiences.

Our Benefits

  • 100% health insurance option (for you and your dependents!)
  • Paid parental leave (with baby bucks)
  • Flex Fridays
  • Flexible time off & flexible hours
  • Learning and Development budget
  • Relocation support

Cockroach Labs is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you need additional accommodations to feel comfortable during your interview process, please email us at [email protected].

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Location

Our HQ is centrally located on the border of Chelsea, Manhattan's vibrant arts neighborhood, and the trendy Flatiron District. Known for a rich and diverse dining scene, there are no shortages of cafes and eclectic lunch, dinner, and happy hour options to explore in this area.

An Insider's view of Cockroach Labs

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We empower our teams to be more creative with two core values: autonomy and a commitment to excellence. We surround teams with examples of excellence, high standards, and critical information to spark ideas and then empower them with the autonomy to act.

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What are Cockroach Labs Perks + Benefits

Cockroach Labs Benefits Overview

Well-being for All: We partner with Spring Health (12 pre-paid sessions per year), LiveHealth Online, and an Employee Assistance Program to provide free counseling and mental health support on our team.

Flexible Time Off: Take time off when you need it and disconnect when you're not at work. Arrange your calendar in the way that makes the most sense for your unique personal and professional priorities.

Having Fun Together: In addition to sharing meals and snacks in the office and through online #donut meetings, we dedicate company time to bond through activities and events that include trivia, karaoke, paint-alongs, games, cocktail crafting, cooking, fitness classes, and more.

Team Trips: These might be trips to the NYC HQ or to camp in the mountains. The connections made in these environments build friendships, inspire ideas, and deepen the ties which make working together fun and productive.

Learning is Good: We provide an annual stipend to support your learning and development. We also host free professional development workshops throughout the year.

Parental Leave & Family Planning: We offer 12 weeks of paid parental leave to all new parents after 30 days with us, individualized transition time and re-entry support with 10 transition days to use during the first month after returning from leave; plus $500 baby bucks.

Health, Retirement, & Other Perks: competitive health insurance coverage for you & your dependents; One Medical membership; XP Health smart vision platform benefits; gym discounts; gender-affirming care; life insurance; free Covid testing; employee discounts & perks through SmartSpend; commuter benefits; FSA; 401(k).

Culture
Volunteer in local community
CRL dedicates at least 2 days per year to volunteering and our ERGs organize volunteer events throughout the year. For each hired referral, we donate $2,500 to the referrer's charity of choice.
Partners with nonprofits
CRL has ongoing partnerships with orgs including Black Girls Code and Marcy Lab. Our marketing, events, and recruiting teams have long replaced swag gifts with charity-based campaigns.
Open door policy
OKR operational model
Team based strategic planning
Pair programming
Open office floor plan
Diversity
Mandated unconscious bias training
CRL regularly conducts company-wide and departmental trainings on avoiding unconscious bias, anti-harassment, and fairness in hiring.
Mean gender pay gap below 10%
Diversity employee resource groups
CRL's CREWS groups aim to foster inclusivity and connection. POC@CRL, Women of CRL, Infinite Colors (neurodivergence), and Roacher Pride are currently active, and any Roacher can make a new one!
Hiring practices that promote diversity
CRL has built more equitable hiring practices with resume-less, exercise-based interviews and standardized rubrics across all interviews, along with regularly conducted unconscious bias training.
Health Insurance & Wellness Benefits
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
CRL's employees have the opportunity to elect into an FSA which allows them to make pre-tax contributions to an account for medical expenses.
Disability insurance
U.S. employees are covered by Cockroach Labs's short- and long-term disability insurance.
Dental insurance
Cockroach Labs offers comprehensive dental coverage with preventative care coverage at no cost to employees.
Vision insurance
We cover 100% of the premium for vision insurance which covers up to $130 in frames or contact lenses per year and XP Health membership (includes 3 $180 benefit credits for eyewear or lenses).
Health insurance
Competitive Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance for you, your spouse, partner, and/or dependents, along with One Medical and LiveHealth Online memberships.
Life insurance
Cockroach Labs offers competitive life insurance to our employees.
Pet insurance
Lower vet bills by up to 90% with a pet insurance policy.
Wellness programs
We offer a gym reimbursement program and contribute to CitiBike memberships.
Team workouts
Our Workplace Experience team organizes wellness events including summer yoga and outdoor retreats when conditions allow. Members of our #fitness channel meet daily for 15 min workouts.
Mental health benefits
Cockroach Labs partners with Spring Health to provide pre-paid therapy sessions to all employees in addition to an EAP and a LiveHealth Online membership.
Financial & Retirement
401(K)
Company equity
Equity compensation is determined by the impact we expect an individual to have in their role paired with the risk that earlier employees took in joining the company.
Charitable contribution matching
Cockroach Labs matches employee referral bonuses with an equivalent donation to a 501(c)(3) organization of the employee's choice.
Child Care & Parental Leave Benefits
Childcare benefits
Dependent FSAs allow you to set aside pre-tax dollars for child care during the day or before/after school. Cockroach Labs also gift new parents $500 Baby Bucks to use on family essentials.
Generous parental leave
We offer 12 weeks of paid parental leave to all new parents after 30 days with us, individualized transition time and re-entry support with 10 transitions days to use during the first month back.
Family medical leave
Employees in need may qualify for a leave of absence to care for their own serious health condition or that of a spouse, child, or parent.
Adoption Assistance
Return-to-work program post parental leave
Company sponsored family events
Vacation & Time Off Benefits
Unlimited vacation policy
Paid volunteer time
Cockroach Labs regularly hosts Connect + Contribute Days, company-wide opportunities to volunteer or contribute to your community on company time.
Sabbatical
Employees with over five years of service who have significantly impacted the company's success are eligible for up to three months of sabbatical leave.
Paid holidays
Paid sick days
Cockroach Labs offers up to two weeks per year of sick leave in addition to flexible PTO.
Office Perks
Commuter benefits
Pre-tax Commuter Account & Citi Bike Membership Contributions.
Company-sponsored outings
Monthly Company Activities, Holiday Parties, & Bi-Annual Company Trips.
Free daily meals
CRL offices have fully stocked kitchens. In-office employees receive lunch stipends Mon-Thurs and order custom meals via a platform that donates a meal to alleviate food insecurity for each order.
Free snacks and drinks
All corporate offices have fully stocked kitchens with unlimited snacks and beverages. Visit the NYC HQ for cold brew on tap!
Company-sponsored happy hours
Cockroach Labs regularly hosts in-office and virtual happy hours. Our POC@CRL CREWS group hosts monthly "Wine Wednesday" Kickbacks.
Recreational clubs
Recreational Clubs at Cockroach Labs includes #fitness, ping pong, book club, and more!
Relocation assistance
Relocation assistance for you and your family to move to a corporate office location (as applicable).
Fitness stipend
Cockroach Labs offers a gym reimbursement program and CitiBike membership discounts. We also have a gym in our NYC HQ!
Onsite gym
Professional Development Benefits
Job training & conferences
Learning is Good resources including a yearly L&D stipend (up to $1500 per year).
Lunch and learns
Lunch & Learns are regularly hosted at Cockroach Labs.
Promote from within
Mentorship program
New Roachers are paired with a "Roachmate" to act as guides and buddies through onboarding. The Engineering department offers a formalized Mentorship Program.
Online course subscriptions available
Customized development tracks

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