Senior Manager, Revenue Recognition
Brooks Automation US LLC

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Senior Manager, Revenue Recognition

Job Description

Brooks Automation is a growing, fast-paced technology leader of automation solutions which support the dynamic and expanding semiconductor and life sciences lab markets. At Brooks, new ideas, technologies, and ways of thinking are driving our future. Our customer-focused culture encourages employees to embrace innovation and collaborate with one another to achieve new heights.

We are looking for a Senior Manager of Revenue Recognition as we accelerate our growth journey. Reporting to the Senior Director of Technical Accounting and Revenue Recognition, this position is a highly visible role within the organization who will partner and collaborate with various teams throughout the organization, play an instrumental role in overseeing Revenue accounting close and maintain ultimate responsibility for successful resolution of complex technical accounting revenue issues that require accounting judgment.

What you'll do:

• Lead monthly and quarterly revenue accounting close process by managing a team of professionals and performing close-related tasks, including review of revenue journal entries, account reconciliations and supporting analysis, as well as other related procedures to ensure accounting accuracy.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on all technical accounting matters related to revenue recognition (ASC 606).
• Effectively research technical accounting guidance and prepare or review technical accounting memoranda documenting conclusions related to complex revenue arrangements, including engineering services, product customization, as well as future new product and service offerings.
• Conduct review of new and existing customer contracts and transactions with non-standard terms and conditions, research and document accounting conclusions to ensure proper revenue recognition in accordance with GAAP.
• Maintain responsibility for updating the Company's revenue recognition policies and related documentation.
• Ownership of worldwide revenue recognition to ensure GAAP compliance via partnering with International Accounting team leaders on analysis of complex revenue transactions and documenting related analysis and conclusions in technical accounting memoranda.
• Manage SSP and other revenue recognition related analysis.
• Assist with reviewing revenue recognition related matters in the course of M&A transactions, integrating revenue recognition accounting process and developing scalable revenue recognition model via partnering with cross functional teams to ensure compliance with GAAP and efficient revenue processes.
• Play instrumental role in developing Customer Contract Deal Desk process via partnering with Legal, Business Finance, Sales, and other cross functional teams.
• Review revenue-related financial statement disclosures and supporting SOX packages for related management review
• Perform and / or review key SOX controls and related documentation; participate and support other SOX initiatives, including controls rationalization and process documentation.
• Drive continuous process improvement and automation initiatives towards best-in-class efficiency and industry best practices
• Serve as a key contact on all revenue-related items during the annual audits and quarterly reviews, ensure timely and successful completion of audit-related deliverables.
• Participate in special projects or ad-hoc analysis in support of finance department and company initiatives
• Successfully coach, mentor, manage, lead and develop a team of accounting professionals.

What you'll bring:

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, CPA preferred

Experience

• 7+ years of revenue accounting experience with a combination of public accounting and public company industry experience preferred, Big 4 experience is a plus
• Subject matter expert knowledge of ASC 606 and experience in reviewing and analyzing complex revenue recognition arrangements in accordance with applicable guidance
• Experience driving revenue recognition and scaling accounting processes in a high-growth environment
• A solutions-oriented team player and collaborator with strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Strong leadership and team management skills with ability to lead the team and develop followship.
• Strong analytical, written and verbal communication skills, with a sharp focus on details
• Ability to effectively work with all levels within the organization and cross-functionally, including FP&A, Customer Care, Sales and Legal teams.
• Experience with reviewing and analyzing revenue recognition related matters on M&A transactions is a strong plus.
• MS Excel skills at an advanced level; Oracle Cloud, Oracle, Tableau, Alteryx and other data analytic software is a plus
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Working knowledge of SOX

What we offer:

• Competitive salaries
• Heavily subsidized medical, dental, and vision
• Holidays, PTO, and Flexible work schedules
• 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Referral Program
• Student Loan Program

This is a HYBRID role.

Brooks Automation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all.

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Brooks is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and proudly serves as an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.

Diversity enhances our innovative capabilities and strengthens our ability to serve our customers and communities effectively. At Brooks Automation, we celebrate the unique experiences and perspectives each individual brings, believing they are essential to our collective success. Join us in building a workplace where every team member is valued and can thrive.

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