Principal Technical Accountant

Title: Principal Technical Accountant

Location: Remote United States

Job Description:

Innovate with purpose

At BILL, we believe in empowering the businesses that drive our economy. By replacing outdated financial processes with innovative tools, we help businesses—from startups to established brands—make smarter decisions and gain control of their operations. And we don’t stop there: we’re creating the future of financial automation so businesses can spend more time on what matters.

Working here means you become part of a vision-driven team that’s ready to tackle challenges and build cutting-edge solutions. We value purpose, drive, and curiosity—and we thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. We're remote-first, with office spaces in San Jose, CA and Draper, UT — and opportunities to connect in person when it counts. BILLders collaborate to deliver real impact for businesses that need more time in their busy weeks.

BILL builds high performing teams and we seek to hire the best talent for every role. We're committed to building a workplace that fosters inclusion and diverse perspectives, valuing each person’s unique skills and experiences. We’d love to hear from you—you might be just what we’re looking for, whether in this role or another.

 Let’s give businesses more time for what matters.

Make your impact within a rapidly growing Fintech Company

• As Director of Technical Accounting, you will lead our revenue recognition strategy, manage complex non-routine transactions, and oversee stock-based compensation accounting and forecasting. 
• This position requires a strong foundation in US GAAP, specifically navigating the nuances of SaaS and FinTech revenue streams. 
• Serve as the primary technical accounting subject matter expert partnering with Sales, Legal, FP&A and other business stakeholders to provide guidance and ensure compliance with US GAAP.
• It’s an individual contributor position.
• Draft and maintain technical accounting memos. 
• Review complex, non-standard customer contracts and partnership agreements to determine appropriate revenue recognition treatment, standalone selling price (SSP) allocations, and gross versus net revenue presentation. 
• Maintain and update BILL’s accounting policies.
• Monitor standard-setting bodies (FASB, SEC) for updates impacting our accounting policies and procedures and implement required changes. 
• Act as the primary liaison with external auditors for revenue, equity, and other  complex transaction matters, ensuring timely resolution of technical issues. 

We’d love to chat if you have:

• Active CPA license.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including a minimum of 6 years at a Big 4 public accounting firm, at a public technology or fintech company, with 6+ years focused on technical accounting.
• Deep ASC 606, ASC 310 and ASC 326 expertise, ideally in SaaS, payments or platform businesses with transaction-based revenue.
• Hands-on experience with ASC 718, ASC 260 and ASC 805.
• Proven track record writing technical memos for complex, judgmental transactions and defending accounting conclusions with auditors.
• Clear, concise communicator who can translate technical accounting into business impact for executives and business partners.

Our ranges for each role and job level are based on a variety of factors including candidate experience, expertise, and geographic location and may vary from the amounts listed below. The role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, flexible spending & health savings account, paid holidays, paid time off, and other company benefits. The estimated salary  ranges noted below roles in the specific  geographic zones

Zone 1: San Francisco Bay Area CA (includes HQ), New York City, Seattle, Los Angeles County

$172,600 - $216,300 USD

Zone 2: CA (Non San Francisco Bay Area and Los Angeles County), Austin TX, Massachusetts

$155,400 - $194,700 USD

Zone 3: Utah (includes Utah office), Dallas TX, Houston TX, Florida, North Carolina, Illinois, Colorado, Arizona, Georgia, Oregon, Pennsylvania

$146,700 - $183,900 USD

This role is eligible to participate in BILL’s sales incentive and equity plans. Our ranges for each role and job level are based on a variety of factors including candidate experience, expertise, and geographic location and may vary from the amounts listed above. The role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, flexible spending & health savings account, paid holidays, paid time off, and other company benefits.

The On Target Earnings (OTE) range noted below are remote based roles in the specific geographic zone

Zone 1: San Francisco Bay Area CA (includes HQ), New York City, Seattle, Los Angeles County

$172,600 - $216,300 USD

Zone 2: CA (Non San Francisco Bay Area and Los Angeles County), Austin TX, Massachusetts

$155,400 - $194,700 USD

Zone 3: Utah (includes Utah office), Dallas TX, Houston TX, Florida, North Carolina, Illinois, Colorado, Arizona, Georgia, Oregon, Pennsylvania

$146,700 - $183,900 USD

Our ranges for each role and job level are based on a variety of factors including candidate experience, expertise, and geographic location and may vary from the amounts listed above. The role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, flexible spending & health savings account, paid holidays, paid time off, and other company benefits.

Zone 1: San Francisco Bay Area CA (includes HQ), New York City, Seattle, Los Angeles County

$172,600 - $216,300 USD

Zone 2: CA (Non San Francisco Bay Area and Los Angeles County), Austin TX, Massachusetts

$155,400 - $194,700 USD

Zone 3: Utah (includes Utah office), Dallas TX, Houston TX, Florida, North Carolina, Illinois, Colorado, Arizona, Georgia, Oregon, Pennsylvania

$146,700 - $183,900 USD

What’s in it for you? 

Redefining how businesses automate their work is a fast-paced, exciting, and fun environment. But we also have benefits and perks to ensure the magic isn’t only experienced by our customers, but by our employees as well. 

Here is a preview of some of the amazing benefits here at BILL:

• BILL covers the majority of your medical, dental, and vision premiums, and that includes your dependents.
• HSA & FSA accounts
• Life Insurnace, Long & Short-term disability coverage
• Mental Wellbeing & Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 10 company holidays, 2 floating holidays and flexible time off
• Employee Stock Purchase Program with employee discounts
• Employee recognition and referral programs
• and much more

BILL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe our best ideas come from the unique stories, perspectives, and experiences of our team members. We welcome people of all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to bring their authentic selves and contribute to our culture.