Job description
Want to help us help others? We’re hiring!
GoFundMe is a global community of over 150 million people who come together every day with the common purpose of helping one another. Our mission is to help people help each other through our best in class technology. In 2022, GoFundMe joined together with Classy, a leading nonprofit fundraising software company that enables nonprofits to connect supporters with the causes they care about. Together, we have empowered people and organizations to raise more than $30 billion since 2010. Our vision is to become the most helpful place in the world.
Join us! The GoFundMe team is searching for our next Lead Technical Revenue Accountant to help us scale the future, in a fast-paced environment that’s growing rapidly.
Our Lead Technical Revenue Accountant will ensure the accuracy, scalability, and efficiency of revenue recognition for GoFundMe’s high-volume, global transactions. As a key strategic partner for newly developed product initiatives, you’ll develop and scale system-enabled compliance and reporting frameworks that expand and transform our platform capabilities. You’ll also collaborate closely with Finance, Product, Engineering, and Operations to shape robust data workflows, address evolving payment processing needs, and ensure end-to-end compliance with accounting standards. By refining complex accounting processes and integrating new offerings in a controlled, scalable manner, this role drives high-impact initiatives and fuels continuous improvements. If you’re passionate about bridging advanced accounting standards with forward-thinking solutions and working across teams to bring innovative ideas to life - this position offers a chance to shape our global growth, support timely and accurate financial reporting, and help us deliver on our mission with both precision and agility.
The Job…
- Develop and optimize scalable, automated accounting processes to support evolving revenue streams while driving operational efficiency and compliance, establishing project management frameworks to streamline technical and go-to-market accounting initiatives for continuous improvement.
- Provide technical accounting guidance on new business models and product launches, assessing revenue implications and aligning with accounting standards.
- Research, document, and implement revenue recognition policies (ASC 606), reviewing revenue-related contracts to ensure proper accounting treatment.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to design, implement, and test revenue recognition systems, enhancements, and ERP integrations - focusing on large-scale data workflows from payment platforms.
- Engage cross-functional teams (FP&A, Accounting, Legal, Tax, Product) to develop standard operating procedures that ensure top-line integrity and proactively drive accuracy, compliance, and readiness for new revenue-impacting initiatives.
- Track and review revenue related contracts to ensure revenue implications are documented and in compliance with the company’s revenue policy.
- Engage and align multiple business partners such as FP&A, Accounting, Legal, Tax, Product in the development of standard operating procedures as they impact the revenue process and top line results and proactively ensure that all revenue impacting activities are thoroughly assessed for accuracy and compliance.
- Maintain robust internal controls to mitigate revenue-recognition risks and support timely, accurate close cycles, including journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
- Assist in ad-hoc analyses and projects for the revenue, finance, accounting and tax teams, leveraging data-driven insights to support strategic decision-making and organizational growth.
You…
- 5+ years progressive accounting experience, combining public accounting fundamentals with industry exposure and a focus on revenue recognition.
- B.A. or B.S. in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a closely related discipline.
- CPA certification (or equivalent) is strongly preferred.
- Hands-on reconciliation experience (e.g., working with payment platforms or fintech solutions) and can tackle complex, high-volume, multi-currency transactions in a global setting.
- Strong understanding of US GAAP (particularly ASC 606) with proven success in researching, documenting, and effectively applying complex technical accounting guidance.
- Expert Excel skills; experience with advanced analytics or automation tools is a major advantage.
- Proficiency working with databases and SQL across standard commercial databases or demonstrated ability to learn these systems is required.
- Resourceful self-starter who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, proactively drives results, adapts swiftly, and makes a real impact.
- Meticulous attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate across diverse teams and business functions.
- Eagerness to design, lead and implement robust internal controls and best practices, positioning the company for future public-readiness and compliance requirements.
- Exceptional analytical skills, translating complex financial data into actionable insights that support strategic decision-making.
Why you’ll love it here…
- Make an Impact: Be part of a mission-driven organization making a positive difference in millions of lives every year.
- Innovative Environment: Work with a diverse, passionate, and talented team in a fast-paced, forward-thinking atmosphere.
- Collaborative Team: Join a fun and collaborative team that works hard and celebrates success together.
- Competitive Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive healthcare benefits.
- Holistic Support: Enjoy financial assistance for things like hybrid work, family planning, and commuting, along with generous parental leave, flexible time-off policies, and mental health and wellness resources to support your overall well-being.
- Growth Opportunities: Participate in learning, development, and recognition programs to help you thrive and grow.
- Commitment to DEI: Contribute to diversity, equity, and inclusion through ongoing initiatives and employee resource groups.
- Community Engagement: Make a difference through our volunteering and Gives Back programs.
We live by our core values: impatient to be great, find a way, earn trust every day, fueled by purpose. Be a part of something bigger with us!
GoFundMe is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that actively pursues candidates of diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to providing diversity, equity, and inclusion training to all employees, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnicity, nationality or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy status, marital status, age, medical condition, mental or physical disability, or military or veteran status.
The total annual salary for this full-time position is $100,000-$150,000 + equity + benefits. As this is a remote position, the salary range was determined by role, level, and possible location across the US. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range based on your location during the hiring process.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact us at [email protected].
Dedication to Diversity
GoFundMe and Classy are committed to leveraging Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging to cultivate a culture that embraces and supports the unique identities, experiences, and perspectives of our people and customers.
Our diversity recruiting priority is recognized under our first DEIB Driver: Opportunity Foster Diversity - we identify, recruit, and invest in top talent- ensure our people reflect the unique identities, experiences, and perspectives of the communities we serve and are all given the chance to grow.
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Learn more about GoFundMe:
We’re proud to partner with GoFundMe.org, an independent public charity, to extend the reach and impact of our generous community, while helping drive critical social change. You can learn more about GoFundMe.org’s activities and impact in their FY ‘24 annual report.
Our annual “Year in Help” report reflects our community’s impact in advancing our mission of helping people help each other.
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