Technical Accountant (Revenue)

Job Summary:

The Technical Revenue Accountant will be responsible for supporting BDO Government Services accounting and financial reporting requirements by analyzing complex transactions, applying appropriate accounting guidance, and documenting conclusions related to revenue recognition in accordance with U.S. GAAP.

Job Duties:

• Ensures proper application of revenue recognition policies and supports development of related best practices
• Interprets and applies U.S. GAAP, including ASC 606, to new contract setup and arrangements in ERP
• Reviews contracts and accounting scenarios to determine appropriate revenue treatment and timing of recognition
• Partners with Principals and Project Managers on project status and milestone updates
• Supports monthly and quarterly close activities related to revenue, including journal entries and reconciliations
• Supports audit requests related to revenue accounting and financial reporting
• Prepares ad hoc reports, analysis, and special projects, as needed
• Other duties, as required

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• N/A

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Education

• Bachelor''s degree, required; with a focus in Accounting or Finance, preferred

Experience

• Five (5) or more years of general accounting experience, required
• Experience with technical accounting and/or revenue recognition, required
• Prior experience working within a professional services firm or other complex service-based environment, preferred

License/Certifications:

• CPA, preferred

Software

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, required
• Prior experience using Unanet and/or NetSuiteERP, preferred

Language(s)

• N/A

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Displays superior verbal and written communication skills
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and revenue recognition principles
• Ability to analyze contracts and prepare clear accounting documentation
• Capable of working and communicating effectively with professionals at all levels
• Able to work in a deadline-drive environment and handle multiple projects / tasks with attention to detail
• Ability to maintain the highly confidential nature of information

Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.

National Range: $80,000 - $110,000

Maryland Range: $80,000 - $110,000

NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $80,000 - $110,000

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Our purpose is to be the people our clients count on to grow with confidence and achieve what matters most. Our values guide how we bring that purpose to life each day. Together, they shape how we work with one another, serve our clients, and create meaningful impact.

BDO provides assurance, tax, and advisory services to clients across the U.S. and around the world. No matter your role, you'll be part of a team helping clients navigate complexity and move forward with clarity.

We are proud to be an ESOP company, offering participants a stake in the firm's success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. As a qualified retirement plan, the ESOP is a meaningful addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings. It also reinforces an ownership mindset that strengthens our connection to one another, our clients, and the future we're building together.

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• Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets

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