Senior Revenue Accountant

Who We Are

Babylist is the leading registry, e-commerce, and content platform for growing families. More than 9 million people shop with Babylist every year, making it the go-to destination for seamless purchasing, trusted guidance, and expert product recommendations for new parents and the people who love them. What began as a universal registry has grown into a full ecosystem for new parents, including the Babylist Shop, Babylist Health, and a flagship showroom in Los Angeles. Hundreds of brands in baby and beyond partner with Babylist to engage meaningfully with families during one of life’s most important transitions. With over $1 billion in annual GMV, and more than $500 million in 2024 revenue, Babylist is reshaping the $320 billion baby product industry. We’re helping parents feel confident, connected, and cared for at every step. As we build the generational brand in baby, our mission remains simple: to connect growing families with everything they need to thrive.To learn more, visit www.babylist.com.

Our Ways of Working

Babylist thrives as a remote-first company, with HQ team members located across the U.S. and Canada. We meet in person twice a year—once as a company and once by department to strengthen the relationships that power our work. We show up consistently, stay purpose-driven, leverage AI to amplify our impact, and achieve results—together, from anywhere.

What the Role Is

Babylist is looking for a Senior Revenue Accountant to join our accounting team. As the Senior Revenue Accountant,  you will play a crucial role in analyzing contracts and recording multi-channel revenue  transactions. You will assist with maintaining accounting schedules related to custom media and advertising sales. You will also collaborate cross-functionally with the Partnerships and Accounting/Finance teams, ensuring appropriate stakeholders have the information they need in regards to advertising agreements.  You will be responsible for participating in the month end close process, working with internal business partners, and reviewing the balance sheet/P&L and providing commentary. 

Who You Are

• A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is required. CPA is preferred
• You should have a minimum of 5 years of experience in general and/or revenue accounting. Must be familiar with analyzing contracts under ASC606 and revenue recognition principles (identifying performance deliverables and recognizing revenue accordingly)
• Proficiency in GAAP revenue recognition accounting principles and methods is vital
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data, conduct variance analysis, and make data-driven decisions
• Precision and a keen eye for detail are necessary to maintain accurate financial records
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and present financial data effectively
• A proactive problem-solving attitude to address discrepancies and improve processes
• The ability to adapt to changing business needs and a dynamic work environment
• You're comfortable and enthusiastic about working in an AI-forward environment where AI tools are part of daily operations
• You embrace using technology to enhance your work while keeping people at the center

How You Will Make an Impact

• Collaborate cross-functionally with the Sales, Finance and Accounting teams, ensuring appropriate dissemination of information 
• Research and document complex revenue recognition matters. Review new revenue agreements and establish appropriate revenue recognition accounting policy alongside Accounting Manager
• Prepare and update supporting schedules, 606 calculations, and record media (and other) revenue journal entries as part of the accounting month-end close process. 
• Reconcile general ledger balances for media revenue related accounts.
• Prepare schedules and respond to inquiries received from auditors as part of the year-end financial statement audit.
• Work with Accounting Manager and partners in sales to develop processes and policies for various types of media contract arrangements.
• Support process improvements and automation initiatives to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of revenue recognition.
• Perform balance sheet and P&L flux analysis for media, affiliate and other revenue accounts
• Support accounting team and assist with ad hoc projects on an as needed basis

Why You Will Love Working At Babylist

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