Senior Revenue Accountant

<div class="content-intro"><p>Here at Appian, our values of <strong>Intensity </strong>and <strong>Excellence </strong>define who we are. We set high standards and live up to them, ensuring that everything we do is done with care and quality. We approach every challenge with ambition and commitment, holding ourselves and each other accountable to achieve the best results. When you join Appian, you’ll be part of a passionate team dedicated to accomplishing hard things, together.</p></div><p> </p>

<p><span style="color: #020a51;"><em>Are you a meticulous financial professional ready to play a critical role in fueling the financial integrity of a global leader in AI-Powered Process Automation?</em></span></p>

<p style="color: !important;"><span style="color: #9ca3af;"><strong>ABOUT THE TEAM</strong></span></p>

<p style="color: !important;"><span style="color: #374151;">Our Finance and Revenue Accounting team ensures financial accuracy and provides strategic guardrails to support Appian’s rapid revenue growth. We design, optimize, and scale the mission-critical revenue accounting framework, including SOX compliance parameters, and internal controls to ensure our internal financial operations support Appian's rapid market expansion and revenue growth in the AI-Powered Process Automation market.</span></p>

<p style="color: !important;"><span style="color: #9ca3af;"><strong>THE OPPORTUNITY</strong></span></p>

<p style="color: !important;"><span style="color: #374151;">This position offers an exceptional launchpad for a mid-level accounting professional seeking high-visibility ownership and career acceleration within a fast-growing corporate landscape. At Appian, you will have the autonomy to manage critical revenue accounting cycles, assist directly with high-stakes external audits, and collaborate cross-functionally to enhance revenue reporting accuracy—all within a highly collaborative, face-to-face culture at our corporate headquarters.</span></p>

<p style="color: !important;"><span style="color: #9ca3af;"><strong>WHAT YOU'LL DO</strong></span></p>

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<li><span style="color: #374151;">Review Customer Contracts: Review and approve customer contracts for software and services subscription revenue and ensure timely and accurate entry into the accounting system, including preparation and review of supporting revenue recognition checklists for compliance with ASC 606 standards.</span></li>

<li><span style="color: #374151;">Support Renewal Process: Partner directly with Sales Operations and Renewals Team to support the software subscription renewal process by creating opportunities in Salesforce for renewable orders and maintaining reports of past due renewals.</span></li>

<li><span style="color: #374151;">Support Monthly Close: Assist with month-end reconciliation of all revenue accounts as well as unbilled receivables and deferred revenue during our fast-paced Monthly Revenue close cycles..</span></li>

<li><span style="color: #374151;">Quarterly Close & Reporting: Prepare quarter-end analysis and reporting of current vs. long-term Unbilled A/R and Deferred Revenue.</span></li>

<li><span style="color: #374151;">Facilitate Audit and Reporting Requests: Assist with audit requests by compiling necessary revenue documentation and support ad hoc financial reporting requests and projects.</span></li>

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<p style="color: !important;"><span style="color: #9ca3af;"><strong>REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS</strong></span></p>

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<li><span style="color: #374151;">Degree: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.</span></li>

<li><span style="color: #374151;">Experience: 3+ years demonstrated progressive experience in revenue accounting or corporate accounting.</span></li>

<li><span style="color: #374151;">Technical Mastery: Proven proficiency preparing journal entries and account reconciliations within an enterprise corporate landscape.</span></li>

<li><span style="color: #374151;">Compliance Domain: Strong foundational knowledge of ASC 606 revenue recognition principles, financial control frameworks, and corporate audit procedures.</span></li>

<li><span style="color: #374151;">Technical Tooling: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for complex financial modeling and data manipulation.</span></li>

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<p style="color: !important;"><span style="color: #9ca3af;"><strong>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</strong></span></p>

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<li><span style="color: #374151;">Active CPA designation or active progression toward passing the CPA examinations.</span></li>

<li><span style="color: #374151;">Hands-on experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) financial systems such as NetSuite.</span></li>

<li><span style="color: #374151;">Prior background within public accounting.</span></li>

<li><span style="color: #374151;">We value experience with enterprise platforms as these skills translate well into our Enterprise-Grade Orchestration environment.</span></li>

</ul><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p>The base salary range represents a good faith and reasonable estimate of the range at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant work experience, qualifications, internal peer equity, and market and business conditions that exist when extending an offer. A discretionary bonus may be awarded in recognition of individual and company performance.</p>

<p>In addition, Appian provides generous benefits offerings that include a 401(k) plan with company match, flexible time off, paid parental leave, medical, dental, and vision plans, life insurance, disability insurance, wellness programs, flexible spending accounts, health savings account contributions, an employee referral bonus program, and learning and development resources. Certain positions may be eligible for equity awards. </p>

<p>Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation, commission, bonus, or benefit plans.</p></div><div class="title">Base Salary Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$75,000</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>$175,000 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>Tools and Resources </strong></span></p>

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<li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Training and Development: During onboarding, we focus on equipping new hires with the skills and knowledge for success through department-specific training. Continuous learning is a central focus at Appian, with dedicated mentorship and the First-Friend program being widely utilized resources for new hires. </span></li>

<li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Growth Opportunities: Appian provides a diverse array of growth and development opportunities, including our leadership program tailored for new and aspiring managers, a comprehensive library of specialized department training through Appian University, skills based training, and tuition reimbursement for those aiming to advance their education. This commitment ensures that employees have access to a holistic range of development opportunities.</span></li>

<li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Community: We’ll immerse you into our community rooted in respect starting on day one. Appian fosters inclusivity through our 8 employee-led <a style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" href="https://careers.appian.com/affinity-groups/">affinity groups</a>. These groups help employees build stronger internal and external networks by planning social, educational, and outreach activities to connect with Appianites and larger initiatives throughout the company.</span></li>

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<p><strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Benefits</span></strong></p>

<p>Appian offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and financial future. Benefits may include health coverage, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free mental health support, life and disability insurance, an Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), a retirement/pension plan, wellness dollars, tuition reimbursement, family-forming benefits and more. Benefits vary by country—please ask your Talent Acquisition contact for details specific to the location you are applying to.</p>

<p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>About Appian</strong></span></p>

<p>Appian provides AI automation for the most important business processes at the world’s largest organizations. Our platform is known for its unique power, reliability, and scale. We’ve been automating processes for more than 25 years and have proven expertise in enterprise operations. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.appian.com/">appian.com</a>. </p>

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