Revenue Accountant

US - Remote · USD 70,000-80,000 · 2-4 years experience · Remote · Posted Sep 28, 2026

At a glance

The Revenue Accountant will support the accurate recognition and reporting of revenue in accordance with U.S. GAAP and ASC 606.
This role involves managing accounting activities related to third-party royalty and reseller partners within a dynamic technology environment.
The position requires partnering cross-functionally to drive process improvements, strengthen controls, and resolve contract discrepancies.

Support revenue recognition activities in accordance with ASC 606 and Skillsoft's accounting policies.
Review customer contracts, sales orders, amendments, and other agreements to identify key revenue accounting considerations.
Prepare and maintain revenue schedules for SaaS subscriptions, professional services, and other revenue streams.
Support monthly revenue roll-forwards and investigate variances between subledger, billing, and general ledger activity.
Manage and process royalty and reseller partner reports and payments in accordance with contractual terms.
Calculate royalty revenue, minimum fees, and other partner-related accounting amounts.
Maintain accurate documentation supporting revenue recognition and royalty accounting conclusions.
Partner with Sales Operations, Order Management, Legal, and Accounts Receivable to resolve discrepancies.
Assist with external and internal audit requests and support SOX controls.
Maintain accurate data and reporting within revenue, billing, and ERP systems.

2-4 years of accounting experience, which can include relevant internship or co-op experience.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Knowledge and understanding of U.S. GAAP and accounting principles.
Strong Excel skills, including PivotTables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, and common financial formulas.
Ability to review and interpret contracts, pricing terms, and financial data.
Robust analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet month-end deadlines.
Polished written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
Ability to learn new accounting systems, processes, and technology quickly.

Experience with ASC 606 or revenue recognition.
Working in a SaaS, software, subscription, or technology company.
Royalty accounting, reseller accounting, licensing agreements, or partner reporting.
Experience with NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or another ERP system.
Experience with revenue recognition or billing systems.
Familiarity with deferred revenue and revenue reconciliation processes.
Experience supporting SOX controls or external audits.