Revenue Accountant

About Us Liquid Instruments builds next-generation test and measurement technology for engineers and scientists pushing the boundaries of discovery. Our founders came out of the Australian National University, with research roots tied to NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory. Today, we use deep expertise in high-speed digital signal processing to build software-defined test and measurement platforms. One reconfigurable FPGA-based device replaces racks of traditional lab equipment, delivering flexibility, performance, and cost efficiency. We’re a growing, venture-backed company with teams in San Diego, California, and Canberra, Australia. Our culture is collaborative and technically curious, and it values ownership, clarity, and impact across time zones. The Role You’ll own revenue recognition and related accounting across our products and subscriptions and help build the systems that support our growth. Day to day, that means complex invoicing, order terms and conditions, billing review, ASC 606 revenue recognition, and reconciliations. You’ll have a solid understanding of accounting and GAAP compliance and play close attention to detail. You’ll support the month-end close and work with Sales and Operations to make sure what we sell is accounted for correctly. The Revenue Accountant will report to the Accounting Controller and work on-site in our Del Mar office. What You’ll Do Recognize revenue under US GAAP (ASC 606): identify performance obligations, determine transaction price, and allocate consideration across hardware, software, subscriptions, and warrantiesAccount for hardware-specific items: shipment and delivery terms, acceptance provisions, returns and RMAs, warranties, and channel/distributor arrangementsPrepare monthly revenue, deferred revenue, and contract asset/liability entries and reconciliationsSupport inventory and COGS accounting, including revenue-to-cost-of-sales matching on shipmentsSupport month-end close: account reconciliations, AR aging review, revenue entries, and supporting schedules with variance analysis and flux commentaryPrepare and review journal entries and customer transactions across our ERP, website, CRM, and IMSWork cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Product, Billing, and Operations on new offerings, non-standard terms, promotions, pricing changes, and operational impacts on revenueOptimize our systems by building, documenting, and improving revenue controls and workflows, and automate as the company scalesRun accounts receivable: invoicing, payment application, collections, and account researchResolve invoicing, payment, and balance issues before they escalateRecord electronic payment deposits accurately and post them on time in our ERPFollow up with customers on payments, balances, portal applications, and discrepancies, with clear documentation and a professional toneCommunicate revenue impacts clearly to non-accounting partners and influence business decisions with a balanced technical and operational perspectiveKeep internal and external stakeholders informed on billing, payments, account status, and reportingServe as a subject matter expert within the revenue organization and a trusted partner to other departmental teamsProvide backup assistance to expense management and sales tax activities What We’re Looking For Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field3+ years of revenue accounting experience, ideally in technology or software-defined servicesStrong working knowledge of US GAAP and ASC 606 (and IFRS 15 for international entities)ERP/accounting system experience (we use Xero) and advanced Excel or Google Sheets skillsSharp attention to detail and the ability to work independently in a fast-moving environmentClear, professional communication with customers, vendors, and teammates, including the ability to explain accounting to non-finance colleaguesHands-on experience using AI tools to work more efficiently Nice to Have CPA or CPA-eligibleStartup, high-growth, or public accounting experience serving tech clientsExperience with billing and revenue tools like Stripe About You You’re reliable and own your daily responsibilities.You’re adaptable and comfortable in a small team with shifting priorities.You’re curious about why problems happen and drive to long-term resolution.You take projects from idea to completion. What We Offer Medical and dental insurance, with 100% of employee premiums paidEquity in Liquid Instruments401(k) with company matchFour weeks of paid vacation, plus sick time and holidaysLaptop for work useVenture-backed startup experience Salary $85,000 – $100,000 annually