Director, Revenue Accounting

This is an incredible opportunity to be part of a company that has been at the forefront of AI and high-performance data storage innovation for over two decades. DataDirect Networks (DDN) is a global market leader renowned for powering many of the world's most demanding AI data centers, in industries ranging from life sciences and healthcare to financial services, autonomous cars, Government, academia, research and manufacturing.

"DDN's A3I solutions are transforming the landscape of AI infrastructure." – IDC 

“The real differentiator is DDN. I never hesitate to recommend DDN. DDN is the de facto name for AI Storage in high performance environments” - Marc Hamilton, VP, Solutions Architecture & Engineering | NVIDIA 

DDN is the global leader in AI and multi-cloud data management at scale. Our cutting-edge data intelligence platform is designed to accelerate AI workloads, enabling organizations to extract maximum value from their data. With a proven track record of performance, reliability, and scalability, DDN empowers businesses to tackle the most challenging AI and data-intensive workloads with confidence. 

Our success is driven by our unwavering commitment to innovation, customer-centricity, and a team of passionate professionals who bring their expertise and dedication to every project. This is a chance to make a significant impact at a company that is shaping the future of AI and data management. 

Our commitment to innovation, customer success, and market leadership makes this an exciting and rewarding role for a driven professional looking to make a lasting impact in the world of AI and data storage. 

DDN is seeking a Director, Revenue Accounting to lead global revenue accounting and support the Company’s next phase of growth. This role will be responsible for ensuring accurate and compliant revenue recognition under ASC 606 across complex software licensing, subscription, and hardware contracts. The role will oversee the monthly revenue close and drive improvements in revenue processes, systems, and controls. The ideal candidate combines technical expertise with a proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives, implement scalable solutions, and drive organizational change.

Key responsibilities:

• Own global revenue accounting activities, including monthly close, revenue recognition, reconciliations, and related financial reporting in accordance with ASC 606
• Review and interpret complex customer contracts across software licenses, subscriptions, maintenance/support, and hardware
• Partner with Sales, Legal, and Deal Desk to evaluate and structure non-standard deals, ensuring alignment between commercial terms and revenue recognition requirements
• Establish and maintain standalone selling price (SSP) methodologies and support ongoing updates as product and pricing models evolve
• Support external audits, serving as a key point of contact for revenue recognition matters and audit deliverables
• Drive modernization of revenue systems and processes, leveraging automation and AI to improve scalability, accuracy, and efficiency
• Lead and develop a revenue accounting team, fostering technical depth, operational excellence, and cross-functional partnership

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred
• 8–10+ years of progressive experience in revenue accounting, including a combination of public accounting and high-growth technology or software industry experience
• Proven expertise with ASC 606 revenue recognition, with required experience accounting for complex multi-element arrangements
• Experience supporting implementation and enhancement of revenue recognition systems (e.g., Zuora Revenue or similar), including integration with ERP and automation of revenue accounting processes
• Advanced analytical and technical accounting skills with ability to independently research and resolve complex issues

Salary Range for role: $195,000 - $225,000

DDN has a very strong orientation towards these 4 characteristics and any successful employee will demonstrate these capabilities: 

Self-Starter - Takes independent action to identify and solve problems. Seeks out relevant information needed to make decisions. Gets involved with new initiatives. 

Success/Achievement Orientation - Delivers quality results consistently. Targets, achieves (or exceeds) measurable results. Sets challenging goals, focuses on critical priorities, and is accountable. 

Problem Solving - Recognizes problems and responds with a systematic assessment that identifies and addresses cause of issue. Practical, realistic, and resourceful. 

Innovative - Builds and improves key business processes that enhance the effectiveness of DDN. Generates new ideas, challenges the status quo, and solves problems creatively.

DataDirect Networks, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender, sex stereotyping, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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