
Revenue Accounting Lead at Fireworks AI
San Mateo, CAFull-timeFinancePosted 23 days ago
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<div class="content-intro"><h2><strong>About Us:</strong></h2>
<p data-start="107" data-end="729">At Fireworks, we’re building the future of generative AI infrastructure. Our platform delivers the highest-quality models with the fastest and most scalable inference in the industry. We’ve been independently benchmarked as the leader in LLM inference speed and are driving cutting-edge innovation through projects like our own function calling and multimodal models. Fireworks is a Series C company valued at $4 billion and backed by top investors including Benchmark, Sequoia, Lightspeed, Index, and Evantic. We’re an ambitious, collaborative team of builders, founded by veterans of Meta PyTorch and Google Vertex AI.</p></div><p>We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented <strong>Revenue Accounting Lead</strong> to join our Finance organization. This role will own and scale the company’s revenue accounting processes, ensure compliance with ASC 606, and partner cross-functionally with Sales, Legal, FP&A, Deal Desk, and Operations to support the company’s rapid growth.</p>
<p>This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building scalable processes, and wants to make a meaningful impact at a high-growth AI company.</p>
<h2><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></h2>
<ul>
<li>Lead all aspects of revenue accounting operations, including contract review, revenue recognition, deferred revenue, and month-end close activities</li>
<li>Ensure compliance with ASC 606 and maintain accurate revenue recognition policies and documentation</li>
<li>Review customer contracts and collaborate with Legal and Sales Operations to determine accounting implications for complex deal structures</li>
<li>Prepare and review revenue-related journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting schedules</li>
<li>Partner closely with FP&A to support forecasting, ARR/MRR reporting, and SaaS metrics analysis</li>
<li>Drive automation and process improvements across quote-to-cash and revenue close workflows</li>
<li>Support external audits, including preparation of revenue accounting memos and audit schedules</li>
<li>Develop and maintain scalable internal controls related to revenue processes and systems</li>
<li>Collaborate with Billing, Collections, and GTM teams to improve operational efficiency and data integrity</li>
<li>Assist with implementation and optimization of ERP and revenue systems</li>
<li>Build scalable policies and infrastructure to support international expansion and evolving product offerings</li>
<li>Mentor and guide junior accounting team members as the organization grows</li>
</ul>
<h2><strong>What We’re Looking For</strong></h2>
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA strongly preferred</li>
<li>6+ years of progressive accounting experience, including revenue accounting in a SaaS or technology company</li>
<li>Strong understanding of ASC 606 and SaaS revenue recognition concepts</li>
<li>Experience reviewing complex customer contracts and translating accounting guidance into operational execution</li>
<li>Strong analytical skills and attention to detail</li>
<li>Experience working in high-growth startup or fast-scaling environments preferred</li>
<li>Familiarity with ERP systems such as NetSuite and revenue automation tools such as Stripe, Orb, or Zuora</li>
<li>Ability to communicate effectively across technical and non-technical teams</li>
<li>Self-starter with strong project management and organizational skills</li>
<li>Comfortable navigating ambiguity and building processes from the ground up</li>
</ul>
<h2><strong>Nice to Have</strong></h2>
<ul>
<li>Experience in AI, cloud infrastructure, consumption-based pricing, or usage-based billing models</li>
<li>Experience supporting IPO readiness or SOX compliance initiatives</li>
<li>Prior public accounting experience, preferably within a Big Four firm</li>
<li>Experience managing or mentoring team members</li>
</ul>
<h2><strong>Why Join Us</strong></h2>
<ul>
<li>Opportunity to help shape the financial foundation of a rapidly growing AI company</li>
<li>High-impact role with visibility across Finance and executive leadership</li>
<li>Collaborative and mission-driven culture</li>
<li>Competitive compensation, equity, and benefits</li>
<li>Flexible and hybrid-friendly work environment</li>
</ul>
<p> </p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p>Total compensation for this role also includes meaningful equity in a fast-growing startup, along with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Base salary is determined by a range of factors including individual qualifications, experience, skills, interview performance, market data, and work location. The listed salary range is intended as a guideline and may be adjusted.</p></div><div class="title">Base Pay Range (Plus Equity)</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$200,000</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>$230,000 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><h2><strong>Why Fireworks AI?</strong></h2>
<ul>
<li>Solve Hard Problems: Tackle challenges at the forefront of AI infrastructure, from low-latency inference to scalable model serving.</li>
<li>Build What’s Next: Work with bleeding-edge technology that impacts how businesses and developers harness AI globally.</li>
<li>Ownership & Impact: Join a fast-growing, passionate team where your work directly shapes the future of AI—no bureaucracy, just results.</li>
<li>Learn from the Best: Collaborate with world-class engineers and AI researchers who thrive on curiosity and innovation.</li>
</ul>
<p><em>Fireworks AI is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all innovators.</em></p></div>
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