Job Description
By bringing together next-gen technology and the finest live data available, Genius Sports is enabling a new era of sports for fans worldwide, delivering experiences that are more immersive, interactive and personalised than ever before. Learn more at geniussports.com
THE ROLE:
This role is responsible for overseeing the revenue accounting for a $440 million line of business and will be critical to ensuring accurate revenue recognition, compliance with ASC 606, and providing key insights to support strategic business decisions.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Reports directly to the Group Revenue Controller.
- Own the end-to-end revenue accounting process for a c$600M business segment, ensuring timely and accurate month-end close activities.
- Analyse and record complex revenue transactions in accordance with US GAAP, specifically ASC 606.
- Partner closely with Sales, FP&A and Legal teams to understand contracts and business activity to ensure proper revenue treatment.
- Perform detailed contract reviews to identify performance obligations, determine transaction price allocation, and assess appropriate revenue recognition.
- Certify revenue-related balance sheet accounts and provide clear documentation and support.
- Support external audits and internal controls compliance by providing required documentation and explanations.
- Ensure revenue-related processes and controls comply with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements; assist in maintaining and testing internal controls and documentation.
- Identify and implement process improvements to streamline revenue accounting operations and improve accuracy.
- Prepare monthly and quarterly revenue reports and analytics to support management reporting and financial planning.
- Maintain and update revenue recognition policies and procedures as needed.
- Stay current on accounting standards and best practices to ensure continuous compliance.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING:
- Qualified in CIMA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent.
- 5+ years of experience in revenue accounting, preferably in a large or fast-growing organization.
- Strong understanding of US GAAP, particularly ASC 606.
- Experience working with large, complex revenue streams and multi-element deals.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience of revenue analysis.
- Building strong working relationships outside and inside of Finance.
- Reporting standardisation.
- A continuous improvement ethos.
- Expert user of Microsoft Excel and proficient in PowerBI.
- Detailed, organised and flexible
IT WILL BE A BONUS IF YOU:
- Have experience of a SOX environment
- Come with Sportsbook industry experience
- Have working knowledge of Workday Financials
- Are experienced in acquisition integration
We enjoy an ‘office-first’ culture and maximize opportunities to collaborate, connect and learn together. Our hybrid working models differ depending on your role and location.
As well as a competitive salary and range of benefits, we’re committed to supporting employee wellbeing and helping you grow your skills, experience and career. Learn more about how rewarding life at Genius can be at Reward | Genius Sports.
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We strive to create an inclusive working environment, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and the ability to make a difference. Learn more about our values and culture at Culture | Genius
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