Accountant I

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The Team

The Revenue Assurance team seeks an experienced Accountant to join the team.  The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of success in revenue accounting and be able to contribute immediately. This role reports directly to the Revenue Operations Manager and collaborates closely with other revenue accountants and cross-functional partners. Responsibilities will include contract review, project management, and Month-End Close activities.

What you’ll do:

Work closely with Sales Coordinators daily to approve Insertion Orders, Contract review, help lead OTC projects. Align with the global RA team new processes, projects, and issues that might arise

Help lead in Pinterest’s OTC process, including reviewing and approving insertion orders, contract review, ensuring data integrity between SFDC, Ads Manager, Netsuite and Oracle 

Assist with Integration of Subsidiary CRM, ERP tools into Pinterest’s software stack

Help with the monthly revenue close processes, including preparing deferred revenue entries, revenue reporting, and reconciliations

Satisfy all quarterly and annual audit requirements for our external auditors

Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley 404 requirements for revenue accounting and improve controls where necessary

Assist in system testing related to process enhancement and automation to further streamline revenue tasks and shorten revenue close calendar

Troubleshoot system issues with Business Operations

Partner with legal and sales cross-functional teams to build an efficient end to end OTC workflow

Support Sales Requests

What we’re looking for:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field, CPA preferred

4-6  years experience in accounting, with a Big 4 firm combined with industry experience preferred

Deep knowledge of US GAAP and revenue recognition guidance (ASC 606)

Strong problem-solving skills and experience analyzing high volume, multi-currency transactions in a global business environment

Advanced Excel knowledge

Experience with NetSuite, Oracle, Salesforce.com, Datahub/SQL

Strong project management, organization skills, detail oriented

Ability to express yourself clearly, both written and verbally

Ability to identify, design and implement internal controls and best practices

Capable of handling multiple projects in a fast paced, hyper growth environment

Relocation Statement:

This position is not eligible for relocation assistance. Visit our PinFlex page to learn more about our working model

In-Office Requirement Statement:

We recognize that the ideal environment for work is situational and may differ across departments. What this looks like day-to-day can vary based on the needs of each organization or role. 

This role will need to be in the office for in-person collaboration as needed (1-2 times a year as an estimate) and therefore can be situated anywhere in the country. Due to team collaboration needs, this role is for candidates who can work Eastern or Central time zone hours, with Eastern time zone hours preferred.

 

#LI-REMOTE

  At Pinterest we believe the workplace should be equitable, inclusive, and inspiring for every employee. In an effort to provide greater transparency, we are sharing the base salary range for this position. The position is also eligible for equity. Final salary is based on a number of factors including location, travel, relevant prior experience, or particular skills and expertise.

Information regarding the culture at Pinterest and benefits available for this position can be found here .

US based applicants only $71,041 — $146,260 USD

Our Commitment to Inclusion:

Pinterest is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best qualified people in every job. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member) or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state or local laws. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you require a medical or religious accommodation during the job application process, please complete  this form for support.

 

By submitting this application, I certify that all information submitted in my application and throughout the hiring process is true, accurate, and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any false statement, omission, or misrepresentation may disqualify me from employment consideration or result in termination if discovered after hire.