Senior Revenue Accountant

Anduril Anduril · Defense · Costa Mesa, CA · Finance & Accounting : Accounting : Accounting

This role is for a Senior Revenue Accountant at Anduril, a defense technology company. The primary focus is on accurate and timely revenue recognition for diverse contracts, particularly product, subscription, and maintenance. The role involves applying ASC 606 standards, evaluating revenue recognition models, and collaborating with various teams to ensure financial results reflect project execution. Experience with government contracting and ERP systems is preferred. The company mentions its AI-powered operating system (Lattice OS) and its use of AI, computer vision, and autonomy in its products, but this role is not directly involved in building or developing AI/ML models.

What you'd actually do

  1. Work with Technical Accounting to ensure revenue is recognized in accordance with ASC 606 for new and modified customer contracts.
  2. Perform technical assessments to determine the appropriate timing and method of revenue recognition, with a strong focus on *transfer of control* for both product sales (e.g., shipment, customer acceptance) and service delivery (e.g., over time, milestones).
  3. Evaluate and determine Standalone Selling Price (SSP) for use in the allocation of contract pricing to performance obligations.
  4. Provide guidance and support to cross-functional teams on revenue recognition matters, including contract review, revenue forecasting, and deal structuring.
  5. Execute revenue close procedures efficiently and accurately within tight monthly, quarterly, and annual deadlines.

Skills

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
  • 3+ years of progressive experience in revenue accounting
  • Significant exposure to ASC 606
  • Hands-on experience with a large-scale ERP system (e.g., Oracle, SAP) and its Project Accounting functionalities
  • Exceptional attention to detail
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and investigative skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly advanced Excel skills
  • Must be a U.S. Person

Nice to have

  • Demonstrated experience with government contracting, including product, service, leasing, and maintenance contract accounting
  • Experience with Oracle Fusion Cloud and Salesforce

What the JD emphasized

  • ASC 606
  • transfer of control
  • revenue recognition