Revenue Analyst

AVEVA is creating software trusted by over 90% of leading industrial companies.

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Job Title: Revenue Analyst

Location:   Lake Forest, CA

Reports to:  Sr. Revenue Manager

Work Type: Hybrid (3 days a week onsite)

Role summary

The Revenue Analyst is responsible for the financial control of revenue contracts for all U.S. and Canadian entities.

Reporting to the Senior Revenue Manager, the Revenue Analyst supports the Revenue Controllership function and statutory reporting requirements. At AVEVA, the Financial Control function has full ownership of entity ledgers, accounting, tax, compliance, treasury, and reporting.

Strong revenue controllership at AVEVA requires a focus on accurate financial reporting, a thorough understanding of commercial contracts and go-to-market models, adherence to internal controls, timely reporting to Group Finance, and close collaboration with Finance Operations to continuously improve processes and controls.

The Revenue Analyst will also play a key role in maintaining a strong internal control environment by supporting Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance activities and ensuring the effectiveness of Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR) related to revenue recognition and contract accounting.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Review and validate revenue recognition in accordance with IFRS 15, US GAAP, and company policies.
• Review contract assets, contract liabilities, deferred revenue, and related reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Perform month-end, quarter-end, and year-end revenue close activities, including cut-off testing and variance analysis.
• Reconcile revenue data between Salesforce, Oracle, and FDW, ensuring completeness and accuracy of reported revenue.
• Execute and maintain SOX controls related to revenue recognition, contract accounting, and revenue reporting.
• Ensure timely completion of control activities and retention of supporting documentation in compliance with SOX requirements.
• Prepare and maintain revenue process documentation, risk and control matrices (RCMs), and audit support schedules.
• Support internal and external audits, SOX testing, walkthroughs, and remediation of control deficiencies.
• Ensure compliance with the Group's Internal Control Framework and drive continuous improvement of revenue processes and controls.
• Partner with Finance Operations, Order Entry, Tax, and Shared Service teams to resolve issues and strengthen the revenue control environment.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Bachelors degree or higher education, CPA preferred
• or equivalent preferred, with Big Four or National firm experience working with clients in the software industry
• At least three years of revenue accounting experience in software industry; IFRS experience desirable
• Strong technical and analytical skills; Strong understanding and demonstrated experience in revenue accounting processes under current revenue recognition for software and SAAS arrangements (“ASC 606”).
• Oracle software experience strongly preferred; SAP and salesforce experience desirable
• Ability to identify issues and develop/implement/document solutions, procedures, and controls
• Skills with the ability to manage priorities and execute in a fast-paced environment with attention to details
• Ability to take ownership of assigned responsibilities and work under minimum guidance

*Due to hybrid requirements, only candidates within a commutable distance (50-mile radius of the posted location) will be considered. Relocation is not provided.

*This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Finance at AVEVA

Our team of almost 500 Finance professionals are central to AVEVA’s £1bn+ business. We cover everything from procurement and FP&A to sales forecasting and internal risk management, and we’re playing a leading role in our company’s transition to a subscription-based business model.

AVEVA is laying the groundwork for serious, sustainable growth, meaning there’s a lot for the team to do – and a lot of interesting opportunities. We’ve got a skilled and well-staffed team, strong leadership with a clear vision, and a big role to play in the business’s transformation: it’s a great time to be joining us!

Find out more: https://www.aveva.com/en/about/careers/

USA Benefits include:

Flex work hours, 20 days PTO rising to 25 with service, three paid volunteering days, primary and secondary parental leave, well-being support, medical, dental, vision, and 401K.

It’s possible we’re hiring for this position in multiple countries, in which case the above benefits apply to the primary location. Specific benefits vary by country, but our packages are similarly comprehensive.

Find out more: aveva.com/en/about/careers/benefits/

Hybrid working

We work in a hybrid way at AVEVA. Most roles are based at a local AVEVA office, with an expectation of being on-site 50% of your working hours to support collaboration and connection. Some positions are fully office-based depending on the nature of the work, and certain roles that support specific customers or markets may be remote. The working arrangement for this position will be confirmed during the hiring process.

Hiring process

Interested? Great! Get started by submitting your cover letter and CV through our application portal. AVEVA is committed to recruiting and retaining people with disabilities. Please let us know in advance if you need reasonable support during your application process.

Find out more: aveva.com/en/about/careers/hiring-process

About AVEVA

AVEVA is a global leader in industrial software with more than 6,500 employees in over 40 countries. Our cutting-edge solutions are used by thousands of enterprises to deliver the essentials of life – such as energy, infrastructure, chemicals, and minerals – safely, efficiently, and more sustainably.

We are committed to embedding sustainability and inclusion into our operations, our culture, and our core business strategy. Learn more about how we are progressing against our ambitious 2030 targets: sustainability-report.aveva.com/

Find out more: aveva.com/en/about/careers/

AVEVA requires all successful applicants to undergo and pass a drug screening and comprehensive background check before they start employment. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with local laws and may, subject to those laws, include proof of educational attainment, employment history verification, proof of work authorization, criminal records, identity verification, credit check.  Certain positions dealing with sensitive and/or third-party personal data may involve additional background check criteria.

AVEVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to being an exemplary employer with an inclusive culture, developing a workplace environment where all our employees are treated with dignity and respect. We value diversity and the expertise that people from different backgrounds bring to our business.  AVEVA provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify your recruiter. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.