About this role
HappyRobot is hiring a Revenue Accounting Lead in San Francisco to help establish and scale the revenue accounting function from scratch. This full-time remote-friendly position suits an experienced finance professional with a systems-oriented mindset who wants to automate financial processes using advanced tools.
Role Overview
HappyRobot is looking for a Revenue Accounting Lead to act as a builder who will establish the revenue accounting department from the ground up, reporting directly to the Head of Accounting. Because the revenue model involves technical components like platform fees, compute credits, professional services, and usage overages, the role requires designing recognition patterns and automating them simultaneously. This zero-to-one position invites candidates who think like finance engineers to build scalable systems rather than merely processing routine transactions.
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About the Company
HappyRobot serves as the infrastructure allowing enterprises to build and orchestrate autonomous AI workforces that make decisions, execute actions, and run operations across enterprise systems. Originating in Y Combinator's S23 batch and backed by prominent investors like a16z, Base10, Prysm Capital, and Eurazeo with over $150 million raised, the company scales critical operations globally. Guided by principles of extreme ownership, craftsmanship, kindness, focused urgency, talent density, and first-principles thinking, the team builds cutting-edge infrastructure for the real economy.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply directly on the official HappyRobot company careers page.
Questions candidates ask
What is the salary range for the Revenue Accounting Lead position?
The position offers an annual salary between $160,000 and $210,000 USD, along with company equity and comprehensive benefits.
How many years of experience are required for this role?
Candidates should have 4 to 6 years of progressive revenue accounting experience, ideally with usage-based, consumption, or SaaS revenue models.
Is a CPA required to apply?
A CPA or progress toward a CPA is considered a plus, but it is not strictly required. A bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field is needed.
Where is the job located?
The role is based in San Francisco with remote work flexibility.
What specific technical accounting knowledge is necessary?
Candidates must have a solid working knowledge of ASC 606, including performance obligation analysis and variable consideration judgment.