Senior Revenue Accountant

the Team: Our Revenue Accounting team is responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely recognition of revenue in accordance with relevant accounting standards. We are a collaborative, forward-thinking team focused on continuous improvement and leveraging technology and AI to streamline our close processes. As we continue to grow and introduce new products and partnerships, this role will be critical in maintaining the quality and integrity of our revenue close while helping shape the processes that support our next phase of growth. Here’s what you’ll do day-to-day: Own end-to-end revenue recognition for the Gusto Retirement segment (401K SaaS, IRA, AUM fees, plan administration) Prepare monthly journal entries, subledger reconciliations, and supporting schedules for retirement revenue streams Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close within established timelines Apply ASC 606 guidance to complex arrangements including variable consideration, contract modifications, and principal vs. agent assessments Build and maintain automated solutions using AI tools, Python/SQL, or Excel scripting to eliminate manual work Identify and implement process improvements across the revenue close, reducing cycle time and increasing accuracy Partner with auditors during annual audits — lead walkthroughs, provide documentation, respond to inquiries Collaborate cross-functionally with Retirement Operations, FP&A, Engineering, and Data teams on revenue data integrity and new product launches Here’s

what we're looking for: Bachelor's in Accounting; CPA preferred (active or in progress) 5+ years of accounting experience, with at least 3 years focused on revenue accounting Strong ASC 606 knowledge applied to SaaS, subscription, or fee-based models Proven track record building automation — scripts, tools, or workflows that reduced manual effort (you can speak to these concretely) Advanced Excel; Python or SQL a strong plus NetSuite or revenue subledger experience a plus Big 4 or public accounting background preferred; fintech or financial services a

bonus Comfortable with ambiguity, curious about AI, and excited to build processes from scratch Our cash

compensation amount for this role is $87,660/yr to $108,114/yr in Denver & most major metro locations, and $106,385/yr to $131,208/yr for San Francisco & New York. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate location, experience and expertise and may vary from the amounts listed above. Gusto has physical office spaces in Denver, San Francisco, and New York City. Employees who are based in those locations will be expected to work from the office on designated days approximately 2-3 days per week (or more depending on role). The same office expectations apply to all Symmetry roles, Gusto's subsidiary, whose physical office is in Scottsdale. Note: The San Francisco office expectations encompass both the San Francisco and San Jose metro areas. When approved to work from a location other than a Gusto office, a secure, reliable, and consistent internet connection is required. This includes non-office days for hybrid employees. Our customers come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for small businesses, you will find a home at Gusto. Gusto is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. Gusto considers qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Gusto is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. We want to see our candidates perform to the best of their ability. If you require a medical or religious accommodation at any time throughout your candidate journey, please fill out this form and a member of our team will get in touch with you. Gusto takes security and protection of your personal information very seriously. Please review our Fraudulent Activity Disclaimer . Personal information collected and processed as part of your Gusto application will be subject to Gusto's Applicant Privacy Notice .

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