About Whisker Labs

We’re on a mission to save lives and property, leading the next wave in smart home technology and fire prevention with Ting. This intelligent sensor and concierge service monitors a home’s electrical network to detect electrical hazards that often lead to the most devastating and catastrophic fires. While on the job preventing fires inside a home, Ting also helps monitor the electrical grid, contributing to increased community fire safety and reduced environmental impact that comes with fire reduction. We’re steadfastly addressing the long-underserved realm of electrical fire prevention with leading-edge technology and embarking on the next stage of our growth. Visit tingfire.com for more information. 

About the Role:

Joining Whisker Labs means becoming part of a dynamic, fast-growing company where every team member plays a vital role in executing our mission. Embracing a critical mission, a dedication to frontline challenges, and an owner's mindset are what unite us. The Revenue Accountant is no exception and is pivotal in ensuring the efficiency and effectiveness of our fire safety solutions.

As a Revenue Accountant, you will blend skill proficiency with strong judgment to support and advance Whisker Labs’ financial operations. This role requires a unique combination of skills, clear communication, and the ability to manage internal relationships effectively.

Key responsibilities and qualifications are listed below for this remote, full-time position that may require occasional travel as needed for training and team meetings.  This role will report to the Controller.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the revenue recognition process and all related tasks, from contract review to customer billing to revenue deferrals and recognition as part of the monthly close process.
• Ensure compliance with ASC 606 revenue recognition standards
• The current revenue recognition process is Excel-based, but is transitioning to a SaaS-based process. The hire will be expected to learn the current process, assist with the transition to the new process, and then lead the new process.
• The Revenue Accountant will be a key member of the accounting close process, including preparing journal entries and performing account reconciliations, and will also play a significant role in the annual audit.
• Assist with sales tax process, including collaboration with Operations team on raw data review, reconciliation, and preparation for processing through tax software; review and reconciliation of processed data; collaborating with service provider(s) to ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual sales tax filings; and troubleshooting issues with prior-period returns.
• Prepare revenue reports, metrics, analyses and other ad-hoc duties within the Finance team as needed.
• Liaise between other members of the Finance group as well as key members of the operations team to ensure seamless operations. Work collaboratively with other team members, sharing knowledge and supporting each other to achieve common goals.
• Support team efforts to continuously improve and gain operation efficiencies by creating and maintaining documentation for internal training, workflow processes, and communication/troubleshooting.

Work Schedule and Travel: Work remotely from home and be willing to work on a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed, and travel as needed for training and team meetings.

Candidate Qualifications:

• A minimum of 3 years' experience in accounting, strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, particularly with revenue recognition and Accounting Standard ASC 606.
• Minimum of a 4-year College degree and/or related certification in Accounting preferred.
• Maniacal attention to detail and unrelenting focus on accuracy in all duties and processes required.
• Expert-level Excel skills are required.
• Experience with software implementations/migrations and revenue related systems and tools a strong plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex accounting information in a clear and understandable manner.
• A strong team player with the flexibility to adapt to rotating schedules and the demands of a startup environment.

Why Join Us?

By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to be a part of a groundbreaking technology that is creating a new category while helping to protect families, homes, and communities from the devastating impacts of electrical fires. We are a passionate team, dedicated to revolutionizing fire prevention to make the world a safer place. Our pace and growth trajectory offer exceptional opportunities for professional development, and we offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits. If you want to take ownership, shape strategy, and drive meaningful change, you’ll love Whisker Labs.

Whisker Labs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

The pay range for this role is:

90,000 - 110,000 USD per year (Remote - United States)