#WeAreCrowdStrike and our mission is to stop breaches. As a global leader in cybersecurity, our team changed the game. Since our inception, our market leading cloud-native platform has offered unparalleled protection against the most sophisticated cyberattacks. We’re looking for people with limitless passion, a relentless focus on innovation and a fanatical commitment to the customer to join us in shaping the future of cybersecurity. Consistently recognized as a top workplace, CrowdStrike is committed to cultivating an inclusive, remote-first culture that offers people the autonomy and flexibility to balance the needs of work and life while taking their career to the next level. Interested in working for a company that sets the standard and leads with integrity? Join us on a mission that matters - one team, one fight.
About The Role
We're seeking a strategic and technical revenue accounting leader to join our finance team at CrowdStrike, a hyper-growth SaaS company revolutionizing the cybersecurity industry. Reporting directly to the VP, Revenue Controller, you'll be responsible for navigating the complexities of our revenue contracts, ensuring accurate and compliant revenue recognition, and providing expert guidance on ASC 606 and other revenue accounting regulations. As a trusted advisor to the executive team, commercial organization, and external auditors, you'll work closely with key stakeholders to ensure seamless communication, mitigate revenue accounting risks, and drive business growth and success in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Additionally, you'll play a critical role in driving business transformation and scaling our business, leveraging your expertise to identify opportunities for process improvements, optimize revenue accounting operations, and implement scalable solutions that support our rapid growth.
What You'll Do
- Build, develop, and mentor a high-performing team that embodies the company's values and culture.
- Lead the team responsible for managing the end-to-end global revenue accounting process, ensuring accuracy, data quality, and timeliness of results.
- Ensure effective risk assessment and internal controls are in place, including maintaining global revenue recognition policies and overseeing the contract lifecycle.
- Ensure the highest quality accounting and financial reporting processes, including relevant, accurate, and complete external disclosures.
- Work closely with sales, legal, revenue operations, deal desk, product, and finance teams to ensure accurate revenue recognition interpretations and efficient order-to-cash operations.
- Participate in developing and scaling order-to-cash systems, processes, and controls, leading transformation initiatives to achieve desired outcomes.
- Build strong professional relationships with key business partners, external auditors, and the executive team, providing timely and high-quality communication and guidance.
What You'll Need
- Experience: 15+ years of relevant experience in public accounting and SaaS/software or tech industry, with a mix of Big 4 accounting experience and high-growth public companies.
- Masterful knowledge of ASC 606 and related US GAAP pronouncements, including its application on complex revenue arrangements.
- Proven track record of building and developing strong teams, with experience in mentoring and developing talent.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex situations and present conclusions in simple terms.
- Passionate and persistent about operational excellence, with experience in leading teams through ambiguity and championing change.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent, with a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other financial analysis tools, with experience in relevant systems such as Netsuite and Salesforce CPQ.
Benefits Of Working At CrowdStrike
- Remote-first culture
- Market leader in compensation and equity awards
- Competitive vacation and flexible working arrangements
- Comprehensive and inclusive health benefits
- Physical and mental wellness programs
- Paid parental leave, including adoption
- A variety of professional development and mentorship opportunities
- Offices with stocked kitchens when you need to fuel innovation and collaboration
CrowdStrike is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone is valued for who they are and empowered to succeed. Our approach to cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture is rooted in listening, learning and collective action. By embracing the diversity of our people, we achieve our best work and fuel innovation - generating the best possible outcomes for our customers and the communities they serve.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you need assistance accessing or reviewing the information on this website or need help submitting an application for employment or requesting an accommodation, please contact us at recruiting@crowdstrike.com for further assistance.
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CrowdStrike, Inc. is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The base salary range for this position in the U.S. is $190,000 - $290,000 per year + variable/incentive compensation + equity + benefits. A candidate’s salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location.
