Sr, Revenue Accounting (R6566)

Shield AI is looking for a detail-oriented, technically strong Senior, Revenue Accounting to join its fast-growing Accounting team.

The successful candidate will run the day-to-day revenue recognition work across defense software and hardware programs, overseeing the full revenue lifecycle,from contract review through month-end close,and collaborating cross-functionally with other departments.

Responsibilities:

• Review customer contracts to identify performance obligations, transaction price, variable consideration, and timing of recognition in compliance with ASC 606.
• Prepare technical accounting memos and contract summaries for review by the Revenue Manager.
• Gather data and run analyses to support SSP studies and allocations as new products and pricing models launch.
• Support audit readiness, including preparation of schedules, memos, and responses to internal and external audit inquiries.
• Partner with Billing, Sales Ops, and Program Finance to resolve contract, invoicing, and booking issues upstream.
• Find and carry out process improvements and automation in the ERP and related revenue tools.
• Support special projects, including new product launches, international entity expansion, and systems implementations.

Required qualifications:

• 3+ years of accounting experience, with significant hands-on revenue recognition work under ASC 606.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of ASC 606, including performance obligations, variable consideration, contract modifications, and over-time vs. point-in-time recognition.
• Strong Excel and analytical skills.
• Experience with ERP and CRM systems.
• Strong written communication skills.
• High attention to detail and a sense of ownership over accuracy and deadlines.
• Ability to work across departments and juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred qualifications:

• CPA or actively pursuing CPA licensure.
• Big 4 or national public accounting experience, ideally with technology or aerospace/defense clients.
• Experience in SaaS, hardware, or technology-driven companies.
• Defense or aerospace experience.
• Familiarity with government contract types and regulations.
• Experience with SOX compliance and executing internal controls.
• Exposure to multi-entity or multi-currency accounting.
• Experience with revenue automation tools or ERP implementations.

Benefits:

• Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
• Temporary employee offer package: Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)