[Hiring] Senior Accounting Manager, Revenue @Khan Academy

Role Description

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Accounting Manager, Revenue to lead key accounting operations, ensure the integrity of our financial reporting processes, and manage a high-performing team. This role will oversee the full cycle order-to-cash process, revenue recognition under ASC 606, month-end close, and preparation of audit-ready financial documentation. The ideal candidate brings strong GAAP expertise, progressive accounting experience, and a proactive, process-improvement mindset.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership and Management
  • Directly manage and develop accounting staff, including hiring, onboarding, training, and performance management.
  • Provide clear goals, regular feedback, and professional development to support team members.
  • Review team deliverables for accuracy and completeness, ensuring high-quality output.
• Revenue Recognition & Technical Accounting
  • Lead and oversee revenue recognition in compliance with ASC 606, including contract review, performance obligation assessment, and revenue allocation.
  • Partner cross-functionally with Sales, Legal, and Philanthropy to review contracts and ensure proper accounting treatment.
  • Prepare technical accounting memos and supporting documentation for revenue recognition conclusions.
  • Monitor and implement updates to accounting standards and ensure compliance with US GAAP.
• Order-to-Cash (O2C) Oversight
  • Manage the full cycle order-to-cash process, including billing, cash application, accounts receivable, collections, and revenue reporting.
  • Ensure timely and accurate invoicing aligned with contractual terms and funding agreements.
  • Oversee AR aging, allowance analysis, and bad debt provisioning.
  • Evaluate and enhance O2C workflows, systems, and internal controls to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Financial Close, Reconciliations & Audit Support
  • Lead key components of the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
  • Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
  • Prepare audit-ready reconciliations and supporting documentation, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and clear audit trails.
  • Serve as a primary contact for external auditors for revenue, receivables, and related areas.
  • Support preparation of financial statements and variance analyses.
  • Support treasury activities as needed, including cash flow monitoring, bank reconciliations, liquidity management, and coordination with banking partners.
• Internal Controls & Process Improvement
  • Establish and maintain strong internal controls over financial reporting.
  • Identify opportunities for automation and continuous process improvement.
  • Support ERP implementations, system enhancements, and documentation of accounting policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including revenue accounting experience
• Strong expertise in ASC 606 and revenue recognition principles
• Hands-on experience managing the full cycle order-to-cash process
• Experience preparing detailed account reconciliations and maintaining audit-ready supporting documentation
• Deep knowledge of US GAAP and internal controls
• Experience supporting external audits
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• High level of integrity and accountability
• Collaborative and cross-functional mindset
• Process-oriented with a continuous improvement focus
• CPA preferred
• Motivated by the Khan Academy mission “to provide a free world-class education for anyone, anywhere"
• Proven cross-cultural competency skills demonstrating self-awareness, awareness of others, and the ability to adopt inclusive perspectives, attitudes, and behaviors to drive inclusion and belonging throughout the organization

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Ample paid time off as needed – Your well-being is a priority
• 8 pre-scheduled Wellness Days in 2026 occurring on a Monday or a Friday for a 3-day weekend boost
• Remote-first culture - that caters to your time zone, with open flexibility as needed, at times
• Generous parental leave
• An exceptional team that trusts you and gives you the freedom to do your best
• The chance to put your talents towards a deeply meaningful mission and the opportunity to work on high-impact products that are already defining the future of education
• Opportunities to connect through affinity, ally, and social groups
• 401(k) + 4% matching & comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, and life