Revenue Accounting Lead

Fireworks AI
San Mateo, US
On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Aimed at senior accounting professionals who thrive in high-growth SaaS environments and can build scalable revenue processes from the ground up.

Best fit for

  • Experienced SaaS revenue accountant comfortable with ASC 606 compliance and complex deal structures.
    — “Strong understanding of ASC 606 and SaaS revenue recognition concepts
  • Process-oriented leader who can automate quote-to-cash workflows in a scaling startup.
    — “Drive automation and process improvements across quote-to-cash and revenue close workflows
  • Cross-functional collaborator able to bridge technical accounting and operational execution.
    — “Ability to communicate effectively across technical and non-technical teams

Things to consider

  • Hybrid work arrangement despite being labeled as flexible.
    — “Flexible and hybrid-friendly work environment
  • Expectation to support international expansion as company grows.
    — “Build scalable policies and infrastructure to support international expansion

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience implementing ERP systems for revenue recognition.
    — “Assist with implementation and optimization of ERP and revenue systems
  • Demonstrate mentorship experience to align with team growth plans.
    — “Mentor and guide junior accounting team members as the organization grows
  • Showcase IPO readiness or SOX compliance background if applicable.
    — “Experience supporting IPO readiness or SOX compliance initiatives
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · TeamLevel · Lead

Derived from job-description analysis by Serendipath's career intelligence engine.

What success looks like

  • accurate revenue recognition
  • successful audits
  • scalable revenue processes
Typical background
accountingfinancerevenue accounting

Skills & requirements

Required

Revenue AccountingASC 606 ComplianceContract ReviewERP SystemsFinancial Modeling

Preferred

Saas Revenue RecognitionPublic Accounting

Stack & domain

Revenue AccountingAsc 606 ComplianceRevenue RecognitionDeferred RevenueMonth-end Close ActivitiesErp SystemsRevenue Automation ToolsSaas Metrics AnalysisProcess ImprovementsRevenue SystemsInternational ExpansionMentoring

About the role

Original posting from Fireworks AI via Greenhouse

About Us:

At Fireworks, we’re building the future of generative AI infrastructure. Our platform delivers the highest-quality models with the fastest and most scalable inference in the industry. We’ve been independently benchmarked as the leader in LLM inference speed and are driving cutting-edge innovation through projects like our own function calling and multimodal models. Fireworks is a Series C company valued at $4 billion and backed by top investors including Benchmark, Sequoia, Lightspeed, Index, and Evantic. We’re an ambitious, collaborative team of builders, founded by veterans of Meta PyTorch and Google Vertex AI.

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Revenue Accounting Lead to join our Finance organization. This role will own and scale the company’s revenue accounting processes, ensure compliance with ASC 606, and partner cross-functionally with Sales, Legal, FP&A, Deal Desk, and Operations to support the company’s rapid growth.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building scalable processes, and wants to make a meaningful impact at a high-growth AI company.

What You’ll Do

Lead all aspects of revenue accounting operations, including contract review, revenue recognition, deferred revenue, and month-end close activities

Ensure compliance with ASC 606 and maintain accurate revenue recognition policies and documentation

Review customer contracts and collaborate with Legal and Sales Operations to determine accounting implications for complex deal structures

Prepare and review revenue-related journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting schedules

Partner closely with FP&A to support forecasting, ARR/MRR reporting, and SaaS metrics analysis

Drive automation and process improvements across quote-to-cash and revenue close workflows

Support external audits, including preparation of revenue accounting memos and audit schedules

Develop and maintain scalable internal controls related to revenue processes and systems

Collaborate with Billing, Collections, and GTM teams to improve operational efficiency and data integrity

Assist with implementation and optimization of ERP and revenue systems

Build scalable policies and infrastructure to support international expansion and evolving product offerings

Mentor and guide junior accounting team members as the organization grows

What We’re Looking For

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA strongly preferred

6+ years of progressive accounting experience, including revenue accounting in a SaaS or technology company

Strong understanding of ASC 606 and SaaS revenue recognition concepts

Experience reviewing complex customer contracts and translating accounting guidance into operational execution

Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

Experience working in high-growth startup or fast-scaling environments preferred

Familiarity with ERP systems such as NetSuite and revenue automation tools such as Stripe, Orb, or Zuora

Ability to communicate effectively across technical and non-technical teams

Self-starter with strong project management and organizational skills

Comfortable navigating ambiguity and building processes from the ground up

Nice to Have

Experience in AI, cloud infrastructure, consumption-based pricing, or usage-based billing models

Experience supporting IPO readiness or SOX compliance initiatives

Prior public accounting experience, preferably within a Big Four firm

Experience managing or mentoring team members

Why Join Us

Opportunity to help shape the financial foundation of a rapidly growing AI company

High-impact role with visibility across Finance and executive leadership

Collaborative and mission-driven culture

Competitive compensation, equity, and benefits

Flexible and hybrid-friendly work environment

 

Total compensation for this role also includes meaningful equity in a fast-growing startup, along with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Base salary is determined by a range of factors including individual qualifications, experience, skills, interview performance, market data, and work location. The listed salary range is intended as a guideline and may be adjusted.

Base Pay Range (Plus Equity)$200,000—$230,000 USDWhy Fireworks AI?

Solve Hard Problems: Tackle challenges at the forefront of AI infrastructure, from low-latency inference to scalable model serving.

Build What’s Next: Work with bleeding-edge technology that impacts how businesses and developers harness AI globally.

Ownership & Impact: Join a fast-growing, passionate team where your work directly shapes the future of AI—no bureaucracy, just results.

Learn from the Best: Collaborate with world-class engineers and AI researchers who thrive on curiosity and innovation.

Fireworks AI is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all innovators.

Source: Fireworks AI careers (Greenhouse)

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