The Director of Accounting, Revenue Recognition will oversee revenue recognition processes, ensure ASC 606 compliance, develop policies, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. They will train teams, analyze trends, and improve processes for efficient operations.
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At Pinterest, we’re on a mission to bring everyone the inspiration to create a life they love. Our Finance & Accounting team plays a critical role in powering that mission—ensuring growth is responsible, scalable, and future-focused. We’re looking for a strategic, collaborative, and technically strong Director of Accounting, Revenue Recognition to ensure ASC 606 compliance and lead our revenue processes in a dynamic, cross-functional environment.
What you’ll do:
- 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 to align processes with business objectives and regulatory requirements and ensure compliance with Pinterest’s revenue recognition policies.
- Responsible for technical accounting research and memos to document revenue recognition conclusions and other technical accounting positions in support of key financial disclosures related to revenue.
- Train cross-functional teams on revenue recognition and related topics, ensuring clarity and consistency across the organization.
- Responsible for informing and training the revenue accounting team of new revenue accounting arrangements to ensure accurate bookings in the general ledger and reviewing 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 in a fast-paced environment.
What we’re looking for:
- Our PinFlex future of work philosophy for this Accounting organization requires this role to visit a Pinterest office for collaboration up to 2 times per month.
- Deep technical expertise in ASC 606 and related accounting guidance and external disclosure guidance along with the ability to research and evaluate complex accounting rules and contract structures, assess and evaluate developing accounting issues or changes in rules or regulations to ensure the company is prepared for any such changes in advance; 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.
Relocation Statement:
- This position is not eligible for relocation assistance. Visit our PinFlex page to learn more about our working model.
In-Office Requirement Statement
- We let the type of work you do guide the collaboration style. That means we're not always working in an office, but we continue to gather for key moments of collaboration and connection.
- This role will need to be in the office for in-person collaboration 1-2 times/month, and the role is based in San Francisco, CA.
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At Pinterest we believe the workplace should be equitable, inclusive, and inspiring for every employee. In an effort to provide greater transparency, we are sharing the base salary range for this position. The position is also eligible for equity. Final salary is based on a number of factors including location, travel, relevant prior experience, or particular skills and expertise.
Information regarding the culture at Pinterest and benefits available for this position can be found here.
US based applicants only
$175,922—$362,192 USD
Our Commitment to Inclusion:
Pinterest is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best qualified people in every job. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member) or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state or local laws. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you require a medical or religious accommodation during the job application process, please complete this form for support.
Top Skills
Accounting Memos
Asc 606
Gaap
Sec Guidance
Sox Controls
Pinterest San Francisco, California, USA Office
San Francisco, CA, United States
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