Senior Accountant

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Senior Accountant

Job ID 2026-5967

Brand Vista Global

Category Accounting/Finance

Location : City Columbus

Work Base Hybrid

Position Type Permanent Full-Time

Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Revenue Accountant to join our growing Accounting team. This role will be responsible for managing and analyzing revenue recognition processes for a business that primarily generates revenue through customer contracts, subscriptions, service agreements, and other recurring contractual arrangements.

The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of both ASC 606 and IFRS 15 revenue recognition standards, contract analysis, month-end close activities, and financial reporting. This position will partner closely with Sales, Legal, Finance, Billing, and Operations teams to ensure accurate and compliant revenue accounting while supporting the company''s continued growth. This role is essential to maintaining the integrity of our financials and creating bandwidth for higher-level reporting and process improvements.

Vista is the world's leading global business aviation company, providing worldwide business flight services through its network of subsidiaries and a team of over 4,000 experts. A global group headquartered in Dubai, Vista integrates a unique portfolio of companies to offer asset-free services that cover all key aspects of business aviation, including guaranteed and on-demand global flight coverage, subscription and membership solutions, and trading and management services.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue accounting close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and fluctuation analyses.
• Review and assess customer contracts to determine appropriate revenue recognition treatment under ASC 606 and IFRS 15.
• Analyze contract modifications, renewals, amendments, and terminations to ensure proper accounting treatment.
• Ensure accurate accounting for deferred revenue, unbilled receivables, contract assets, and contract liabilities.
• Partner with Billing and Operations teams to investigate and resolve revenue-related discrepancies.
• Prepare revenue-related reporting and supporting schedules for internal management and external auditors.
• Assist with technical accounting research and documentation related to complex customer arrangements.
• Support external audits and internal control testing as applicable.
• Collaborate with FP&A to support revenue forecasting and variance analysis.
• Participate in ERP, revenue automation, and system implementation projects to improve efficiency and scalability.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with internal stakeholders to obtain necessary documentation, clarify variances, and improve reconciliation processes.
• Process Optimization: Recommend and support initiatives to improve accuracy, efficiency, and automation of revenue accounting workflows.
• Mentor, train, and coach staff accountants or other colleagues.

Required Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience, including experience focused on revenue accounting.
• Knowledge of ASC 606 and IFRS 15 and related revenue recognition principles preferred.
• Experience reviewing and interpreting customer contracts and commercial agreements.
• Ability to evaluate accounting issues beyond surface-level data and apply sound judgment in resolving discrepancies.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP, or similar), with strong Excel skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office tools.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to manage recurring tasks and deadlines within a structured close calendar.
• Self-motivated and dependable, with excellent communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally.
• Comfortable adapting to evolving processes, changing priorities, and growing responsibilities over time.

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