Revenue Accounting Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing defense autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations for the Department of Defense (DoD) through autonomous and intelligent platforms.

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Revenue Accounting Manager to build and lead our revenue accounting function from the ground up. This is a unique opportunity to establish and scale revenue recognition processes while partnering closely with business development, contracts, and legal teams to support contract structuring and negotiations in a fast-growing, high-impact defense technology company.

This role will oversee all aspects of revenue accounting and invoicing, ensuring accurate recognition and reporting in accordance with ASC 606. The ideal candidate combines deep technical accounting expertise with a practical understanding of contract structures, billing, and internal controls. This role will collaborate closely with Business Development, Proposals, Contracts, Legal, and Finance to ensure revenue is recognized properly and cash is collected efficiently.

The Revenue Accounting Manager will play a key role in establishing scalable processes, policies, and systems to support Saronic’s continued growth and complexity.

Key Responsibilities :

• Leadership & Process Ownership
• Lead in the development of Saronic’s revenue accounting function and processes, including revenue recognition, billing, and collections.
• Build and document policies, procedures, and controls to support the full quote-to-cash cycle.
• Assist in the design and lead the implementation of the Company’s internal control framework for revenue-related processes, ensuring audit readiness and compliance.
• Technical & Operational Revenue
• Serve as a contributing subject matter expert on ASC 606, including guidance related to percentage-of-completion / cost-to-cost methods, standalone selling price (SSP), variable consideration, and contract modifications. Experience applying these principles in a government contracting context is highly desirable.
• Partner cross-functionally to review customer contracts, support structuring of new deals, and ensure appropriate accounting conclusions.
• Oversee billing operations and ensure invoices are accurate, timely, and compliant with contract terms and applicable regulations.
• Monitor revenue-related KPIs, including backlog, unbilled receivables, and remaining performance obligations.
• Collaborate with Finance and business leaders to forecast revenue and cash flow.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Develop strong relationships with Business Development, Proposals, Contracts, and Legal teams to support the award lifecycle of complex government and commercial contracts.
• Provide revenue guidance during proposal and contract negotiations to ensure accounting alignment.
• Support ERP system enhancements and automation of revenue and billing workflows (NetSuite experience preferred).

Qualifications :

Physical Demands :

Benefits :

Medical Insurance :   Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services

Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents

Dental and Vision Insurance :   Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care

Saronic pays 100% of the premium under the basic plan for employees and 80% for dependents

Time Off :   Generous PTO and Holidays

Parental Leave :   Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents

Competitive Salary :   Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses

Retirement Plan :  401(k) plan

Stock Options :  Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success

Life and Disability Insurance :  Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage

Pet Insurance :  Discounted pet insurance options including 24 / 7 Telehealth helpline

Additional Perks :  Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office

This role requires access to export-controlled information or items that require “U.S. Person” status. As defined by U.S. law, individuals who are any one of the following are considered to be a “U.S. Person” : (1) U.S. citizens, (2) legal permanent residents (a.k.a. green card holders), and (3) certain protected classes of asylees and refugees, as defined in  8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) .

Saronic does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.