About this role
Scale’s mission is to accelerate the development of AI applications by providing the highest quality data. We believe that robust financial infrastructure is the backbone that allows our researchers and engineers to innovate at scale. Our Accounting team doesn't just record transactions; we build the systems that enable the next generation of AI breakthroughs.
We are looking for a Senior Manager, Technical Revenue Accounting to join our Accounting Team. In this role, you will be the primary orchestrator for revenue integrity at an innovative AI company. You will serve as a technical subject matter expert, architecting solutions for complex transactions and ensuring our financial systems scale as fast as our technology. If you are looking to make a significant impact at the intersection of frontier AI and financial infrastructure, come join us.
You will:
• Lead Revenue Accounting Team: Oversee monthly accounting close activities, including the review of complex journal entries and key account reconciliations including the management and development of a small team.
• Technical Oversight: Ensure strict compliance with ASC 606 and U.S. GAAP; serve as the final word on revenue recognition for both standard and highly bespoke contracts.
• Strategic Collaboration : Partner with Finance and Strategy teams on revenue metrics, flux analysis, and long-range forecasting.
• Audit Readiness: Lead the preparation of consolidated financial statements and footnotes; act as a primary point of contact for external auditors for all revenue related contracts and matters including developing footnotes and other financial reported items.
Ideally you'd have:
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; CPA is highly preferred.
• Experience: 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with a mix of Big 4 public accounting and high-growth industry experience (SaaS preferred).
• Leadership: 1+ years of experience managing and developing high-performing teams.
• Technical Rigor: Deep expertise in ASC 606 and the ability to translate complex technical research into actionable operational policies.
• Agility: A proven track record of problem-solving in a fast-moving, "ambiguity-heavy" environment.
• Systems Fluency: Experience with enterprise-level ERPs and revenue recognition software.
Compensation packages at Scale for eligible roles include base salary, equity, and benefits. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position and may be inclusive of several career levels at Scale; it will be determined during the interview process based on work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, interview performance, and relevant education or training. Scale employees in eligible roles are also granted equity based compensation, subject to Board of Director approval. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your pr