Google

Senior Revenue Accountant, Cloud

Google$129K — $187K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent experience.
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Accountant (CA).
  • 7 years of accounting experience, or 5 years with an advanced degree.
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP with emphasis on ASC 606 in a public or multinational setting.
  • Ability to communicate complex accounting information clearly to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Manage end-to-end accounting for Cloud Subscription offerings under ASC 606.
  • Partner with Product and GTM teams to align commercial strategies with internal controls.
  • Drive growth by identifying early financial risks and implementing controls.
  • Collaborate with FP&A and Strategy Operations to optimize finance performance.
  • Lead automation of accounting processes and provide advanced reporting for leadership.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, wellness, and retirement plans.
  • Support for professional development and ongoing education opportunities.
  • Flexible work arrangements promoting work-life balance.
Full Job Description
Minimum qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent practical experience.
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Accountant (CA).
  • 7 years of experience in accounting or a related function, or 5 years with an advanced degree in accounting, business, or finance.
  • Experience in Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), with a focus on Revenue (ASC 606) Accounting in a public accounting or multinational company setting.

Preferred qualifications:
  • MBA or Master's degree.
  • 5 years of experience in an enterprise software/SaaS environment.
  • Experience utilizing AI-powered productivity tools and a forward-thinking approach to integrating machine learning into accounting workflows.
  • Experience driving process improvement and project management in cross-functional, high-growth environments.
  • Ability to communicate complex accounting information in a clear and concise manner to stakeholders.


About the job

Google accountants are a savvy bunch who handle the core accounting responsibilities at Google. You know your accounting principles and the full accounting process end to end. You'll advise on financial reports required by governmental regulations, and review, analyze, and interpret financial and budgetary reports. Every day is a new challenge, and you're continually looking for ways to help our team become more efficient and effective. A team player at heart, you collaborate with our global team, advocate best practices and pitch in where needed. You move fast while keeping your attention to detail, and you tap into your problem-solving skills to support business objectives.

You'll lead an accounting process from end-to-end. Other responsibilities include reconciling balance sheets and P&L accounts, and providing supplementary financial information for internal and external reports.

As a Senior Revenue Accountant, you will serve as the primary expert for end-to-end financial reporting of subscription offerings. You develop accounting processes and policies, ensuring technical precision for high-growth revenue. You autonomously prioritize workflows and oversee work products to meet Finance objectives. You drive efficiency by architecting automated methodologies and determining accounting treatments for unique transactions. As an influential partner, you collaborate with Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Product, and GTM teams to align interdependencies and provide proactive risk management for new business strategies. You bridge technical knowledge with product expertise to optimize systems for growth. Additionally, you mitigate financial risks during process changes and support auditors with comprehensive documentation and walk throughs. Using data-driven insights, you monitor business performance and contribute to continuous improvement, ensuring global operations remain robust, compliant, and scalable.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $129,000-$187,000 bonus equity benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google .

Responsibilities
  • Manage end-to-end accounting for Cloud Subscription offerings, ensuring complex revenue streams and backlogs are reported with technical accuracy and timely precision under ASC 606 standards.
  • Partner with Product and GTM teams to provide operational guidance for new launches, ensuring commercial strategies align with internal control standards and financial reporting requirements.
  • Drive growth by identifying financial risks early in the lifecycle. Design and implement robust internal controls and process documentation to mitigate risks in a high-growth environment.
  • Collaborate with FP&A and Strategy Operations to enhance system capabilities. Act as a subject matter expert to align interdependencies and optimize performance across the Finance organization.
  • Drive automation of manual activities and lead UAT for revenue system enhancements, while providing sophisticated reporting and variance analysis to inform strategic decision-making for senior leadership.


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About Google

Google is a multinational technology company that specializes in Internet-related services and products. These include online advertising technologies, search engine, cloud computing, software, and hardware. Google was founded in 1998 by Larry Page and Sergey Brin while they were Ph.D. students at Stanford University. The company has grown tremendously since then and has become one of the most valuable companies in the world. Google's mission is to organize the world's information and make it universally accessible and useful.
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Size
156,500 employees
Market Cap
$1,115.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
$40.2 billion
Founded
1998
5 Year Trend
+23.3%
Revenue
$182.5 billion
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