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Senior Revenue Recognition Accountant

Appian, a public enterprise software company focused on process automation, is hiring a Senior Accountant, Revenue Recognition to own revenue accounting processes at its McLean, VA headquarters. The role will review and approve customer contracts for appropriate ASC 606 treatment, support month-end close and audits, and provide guidance to Sales and Legal on complex revenue issues.

Skills

  • Strong knowledge of ASC 606 and software revenue accounting principles
  • Experience with NetSuite or other ERP revenue/finance modules
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (modeling, pivot tables, formulas)
  • Experience supporting external audits and SEC reporting
  • Excellent written and verbal communication for cross-functional interactions
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and detail-oriented skills

Responsibilities

  • Review fully executed customer contracts and conclude on appropriate revenue accounting treatment under ASC 606.
  • Review and approve revenue allocations and revenue plans in NetSuite to ensure accurate recognition in the general ledger.
  • Provide revenue accounting guidance on draft contracts to Legal and Sales teams.
  • Prepare supporting documentation including revenue checklists, position papers, and allocation spreadsheets for booked orders.
  • Assist manager with technical research on complex revenue accounting issues and SSP (fair value) analyses.
  • Support external audits and quarterly reviews by providing requested documentation for revenue transactions.
  • Assist with preparation of SEC filings and respond to auditor inquiries as needed.

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting (required)
  • CPA certification (required); MS in Accounting preferred

Benefits

  • Health coverage and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with mental health support
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
  • Retirement/pension plan
  • Wellness dollars and tuition reimbursement
  • Family-forming benefits and continuous professional development (Appian University, mentorship programs)
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Established in 1999, Appian is a cloud computing and enterprise software company helping organizations build apps and workflows rapidly, with a low-code automation platform. Appian is headquartered in McLean, Virginia.

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March 23, 2026
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