Oversee Pinterest's global revenue recognition and sales contract processes, ensuring accurate and timely revenue recognition in compliance with ASC 606.
Develop and maintain global revenue recognition policies, SEC disclosure and related SOX controls to reflect changes in our business, GAAP or SEC guidance.
Serve as the subject matter expert and primary contact for all technical revenue recognition matters, collaborating with Sales, Product, Engineering, IT, Finance, and Customer Support.
Perform technical accounting research and prepare memos to document revenue recognition conclusions and other technical accounting positions supporting key financial disclosures related to revenue.
Train cross-functional teams on revenue recognition and related topics to ensure clarity and consistency across the organization.
Inform and train the revenue accounting team of new revenue accounting arrangements to ensure accurate bookings in the general ledger and review results for accuracy.
Partner with Order Management, collections, payment & risks and accounting teams to proactively identify risks, address contract nuances, and implement best practices.
Serve as the primary liaison and main point of contact with internal and external auditors to facilitate efficient audit processes and respond to technical queries on revenue.
Analyze revenue trends and metrics to generate actionable insights that inform strategic decision-making and support business growth.
Champion continuous process improvement and automation initiatives to scale operations.
Requirements
Visit a Pinterest office for collaboration up to 2 times per month (PinFlex requirement).
Deep technical expertise in ASC 606 and related accounting guidance and external disclosure guidance.
Ability to research and evaluate complex accounting rules and contract structures and assess developing accounting issues or changes in rules or regulations.
Internet advertising experience preferred.
Impeccable verbal and written communication skills—able to distill complex accounting concepts for a variety of audiences, including senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
Strong collaboration skills and a track record of building effective partnerships with cross-functional teams (e.g., Sales, Product, Engineering, IT, Finance, Customer Support).
Demonstrated executive presence, critical thinking, and problem-solving ability.
Minimum 10+ years of experience in revenue recognition or technical accounting roles with a minimum of 6 years in public accounting.
National office or technical advisory roles and experience with ad or platform technology company experience are pluses.
Certified public accountant preferred.
Benefits
The position is also eligible for equity.
Flexibility to do your best work (PinFlex).
In-person collaboration 1-2 times/month.
Information regarding the culture at Pinterest and benefits available for this position can be found here.
Medical or religious accommodation during the job application process available via form.
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