Manage accounting for Spotify's Paid Revenue streams, ensuring IFRS and SOX-compliant reporting. Lead month-end close, journal entries, reconciliations, variance analysis, and operational metrics. Drive end-to-end process and system improvements, partner with Finance, Product, and Engineering on new revenue models, and support implementations and special projects.
We’re looking for a motivated Manager to join our global Revenue Accounting team, supporting Spotify’s Paid Revenue business across Premium, Partner, and Other Paid Revenue streams. As part of the Order-to-Cash (OTC) organization, you’ll help oversee accounting for Spotify’s €15B+ subscription business while partnering closely with teams across Finance, Product, Engineering, and the broader business.
In this role, you’ll manage core revenue accounting processes, drive operational improvements, and support new business initiatives as Spotify continues to scale. We're looking for someone who combines strong technical accounting expertise with curiosity, a collaborative mindset, and a passion for improving processes through technology and automation.
What You'll Do
- Manage accounting for Spotify’s Paid Revenue business, including Premium, Partner, and Other Paid Revenue streams.
- Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with IFRS and SOX requirements.
- Lead month-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.
- Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and partner with leadership to implement scalable solutions.
- Drive end-to-end process improvement initiatives, including proposal development, cross-functional coordination, testing, and implementation.
- Partner with Finance, Product, and Engineering teams to support new business initiatives and evolving revenue models.
- Oversee day-to-day accounting operations while collaborating with global team members to deliver key operational metrics.
- Support system implementations, process enhancements, and other special projects as needed.
Who You Are
- You have 6+ years of accounting experience, ideally supporting SaaS, digital commerce, payments, or digital media businesses at scale.
- You hold a bachelor's degree in Accounting or an equivalent qualification; CPA or CA certification is a plus.
- You bring a combination of Big 4 and industry experience.
- You have experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite and strong analytical skills.
- You are proficient with data and reporting tools, with SQL and AI experience strongly preferred.
- You enjoy improving processes and embracing new technologies.
- You communicate clearly and collaborate effectively across teams and time zones.
- You are highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Where You'll Be
- This role is based in New York City, NY.
- We offer you the flexibility to work where you work best! There will be some in person meetings, but still allows for flexibility to work from home.
Spotify New York, New York, USA Office
4 World Trade Center, New York, NY, United States, 10007
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