Director of Revenue Accounting

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We are looking for a Director of Revenue Accounting to join our Finance leadership team. Based onsite in our Santa Clara, California headquarters, this role will report to the Senior Director of Revenue Accounting and lead all aspects of Gross Revenue Accounting. You will keep current on regulatory updates, ensure compliance with US GAAP, foster strong partnerships across the organization, and advise business partners and executive leaders. Does this role sound exciting? Apply now!

What you'll be doing:

• Oversee quarter-end close activities, including journal entry review, account reconciliations, revenue flux analysis, and management reporting. Present revenue results and trends to senior Finance leaders.
• Oversee billing across hardware, software license and subscription, and professional services revenue streams. Ensure timely, accurate invoicing, billing, and transaction validation in line with contract terms and SOX requirements.
• Serve as a technical authority on ASC 606 for complex offerings, including multi-element arrangements, custom engineering services, cloud and subscription offerings, and royalty and licensing agreements.
• Lead revenue accounting for product launches, new revenue streams, pricing changes, and acquisitions, embedding accounting requirements at the design stage.
• Own and refine the Standalone Selling Price methodology, including SSP ranges, documentation, and analysis for new products, bundles, and evolving business models.
• Analyze customer contracts, MSAs, and SOWs to identify performance obligations, variable consideration, and non-standard terms affecting revenue recognition.
• Lead and develop revenue accounting professionals through clear expectations, mentorship, and technical coaching, building a bench with deep ASC 606 expertise.
• Use AI, data analytics, and automation to improve accuracy, reduce manual effort, and proactively identify revenue risks and anomalies.
• Represent Revenue Accounting in ERP upgrades, subledger implementations, and billing system enhancements. Act as the primary Finance voice in defining requirements, validating configurations, leading UAT, and ensuring go-live readiness.
• Partner with Sales Operations, Business Development, and FP&A on pre-deal revenue structuring, forecasting, and the accounting implications of go-to-market strategies and negotiations.
• Monitor changes to ASC 606, ASC 340, and SEC guidance. Assess their impact on company policies and communicate implications to Finance leadership and external auditors.

What We Need to See:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Accounting or Finance required; CPA required.
• 12+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 5 years in a senior revenue accounting role at a large public technology company; Big 4 public accounting experience strongly preferred.
• 5+ years of leadership roles.
• Deep technical expertise in ASC 606.
• Strong understanding of internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) in a SOX environment.
• Experience leading and developing a team, with a track record of building technical capability, managing competing priorities, and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Hands-on experience with SAP (SD, FI, RAR modules) and SAP S/4HANA.
• Excellent communication and executive presence and ability to move at the speed of light.

Ways to Stand Out from the Crowd:

• Hands-on experience implementing SAP S/4HANA, ideally with revenue accounting module RAR.
• Experience navigating complex, non-standard customer contracts in industries such as semiconductor, AI infrastructure, cloud computing, or enterprise software.
• Proven ability to use data analytics and automation tools to modernize revenue accounting operations, reduce manual touchpoints, and build scalable processes in a high-growth environment.
• Strong cross-functional influencer who has served as a trusted business partner to Sales, Legal, and Product teams!

Widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers, NVIDIA offers highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. As you plan your future, see what we can offer to you and your family www.nvidiabenefits.com/

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and other objective job-related factors. The expected base salary range for this position is 216,000 USD – 345,000 USD. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until November 17, 2026. This posting is for an existing vacancy. NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.

NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.