The Revenue Accounting department is responsible for reviewing customer contracts in line with relevant revenue accounting treatment, making recommendations on revenue recognition strategies, determining treatment of multi-element deliverables, and general accounting functions such as journal entries, month-end close, revenue allocations, and monthly/quarterly audits. Quest Software has adopted RevPro in order to comply with ASC 606 - Revenue from Contracts with Customers. We are currently looking for a Revenue Analyst (with a minimum of 2 years of experience) to join us in Cork (Hybrid Work environment/remote options possible) for a 12-month Maternity cover FTC.

-The Revenue Analyst will be responsible for reviewing and recording revenue in accordance with ASC 606, ensuring that monthly and quarterly deadlines are achieved. Key responsibilities include:

-Review of deals and Revenue Contracts that closed within the fiscal month and ensure proper accounting on any revenue adjustments required in line with revenue accounting guidance.

-Take ownership of month/quarter-end close tasks, including revenue-related accounting GL entries and reconciliations for various deferred revenue GL accounts.

-Review and account for contra revenue-related entries such as channel partner rebates.

-Work proactively and cross-functionally with the Contracts and Sales Operations teams to reduce the number of revenue/cost issues that result in non-standard processing of revenue transactions.

-Provide support to the Deal Desk and Sales in up-front structuring of transactions.

-Apply a strong work ethic to work in real time with business units on non-standard revenue transactions to ensure that relevant accounting issues are identified, resolved, and appropriately documented.

-Work with Sales Operations and Accounts Receivable to improve the quote-to-cash cycle.

-Assist in developing and implementing accounting policies, procedures, and controls.

-Stay current on new revenue accounting rules and help develop appropriate policies and processes.

-Participate in ad-hoc Finance projects as they come up, such as finance integration and acquisitions.

-Bachelor’s or master's degree in accounting; Qualified or part-qualified Accountant, ACA/ACCA or equivalent.

-2 or more years of relevant accounting experience in industry and/or public accounting.

-Relevant accounting experience in a software company, working with various revenue POBs such as license, SaaS, support & maintenance, and professional services.

-Strong knowledge of US GAAP, especially in the area of revenue recognition / ASC 606 - Revenue from Contracts with customers.

-Excellent organization skills and detail-oriented, with the ability to prioritize and handle multiple competing tasks simultaneously.

-Experience with Oracle, OBIEE, and RevPro a plus.

-Excellent communication skills and the ability to develop effective working relationships within and across departments.

-Strong Excel skills required.

-Hands-on, be part of a team that helps the company develop processes and procedures as we grow, willingness to get into the details.

-Strong analytical skills and teamwork qualities.

Company Overview

Quest Software builds the foundation for enterprise AI with solutions in data governance, cybersecurity, and platform modernization. More than 45,000 companies — including 90% of the Fortune 500 — trust Quest to solve their most critical IT challenges. From securing identities and modernizing platforms to preparing data for AI, we help enterprises unlock their full potential.

Why Quest

At Quest, your work makes an impact. You’ll help organizations get AI-ready while building your career with a global team of innovators. We offer:

• Competitive pay, annual bonuses, and top-performer recognition.
• Comprehensive health, family, and retirement benefits.
• Flexible work options, generous PTO, and wellness programs.
• Professional growth through learning platforms, mentorship, and leadership programs.
• Inclusive teams that reflect the world we serve, supported by Employee Resource Groups and our Equality & Inclusion Council.

Come join us. For more information, visit us on the web at Quest Careers | Innovate. Collaborate. Grow.

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