OverviewHEAD OF ACCOUNTING – SOFTWARESTRATFORD-UPON-AVON – 2–3 DAYS ONSITE (TUES–THURS)Are you a qualified accountant with a sharp eye for revenue? Do you thrive in hands-on roles where you can lead, improve, and deliver?We’re helping a leading software business hire a Head of Accounting – Revenue & Cost of Sale. This is a key role within the group finance function, where you’ll take ownership of revenue recognition and cost accounting, manage a small team, and support system and process improvements during a busy period.WISH LISTStrong technical grasp of revenue recognition (FRS 102 / IFRS 15)Experienced people-managerComfortable taking ownership of complex problems and delivering solutions independentlyResponsibilitiesOwn and apply revenue recognition policies in line with FRS 102Lead a team of analysts to meet month-end and reporting deadlinesReview and validate the financial terms of contracts, renewals, and change requestsManage revenue and cost of sale recognition processes end-to-endPrepare and post accurate journal entries at month-endReconcile deferred income, accrued income, prepayments, and fulfilment costsProvide insight and analysis on revenue forecasts and performanceCollaborate closely with sales, projects, and finance to gather contract dataIdentify and implement process improvements across systems (NetSuite, Salesforce)Support external audit and ensure financial complianceQualifications / Your ProfileGood working knowledge of MS ExcelExtensive experience of revenue recognition & cost of sale accountingExperienced people-managerExperience with NetSuite ZoneBilling (advantageous)Salary & BenefitsBonusPrivate medical25 days holidaysOpportunity to lead and shape a critical finance function during a time of changeEmployment detailsSeniority level: DirectorEmployment type: Full-timeJob function: Finance and Accounting/AuditingIndustries: Software Development and IT System Custom Software Development
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