Manager Revenue Accounting

It started with a simple idea: what if surgery could be less invasive and recovery less painful? Nearly 30 years later, that question still fuels everything we do at Intuitive . As a global leader in robotic-assisted surgery and minimally invasive care , our technologies—like the da Vinci surgical system and Ion —have transformed how care is delivered for millions of patients worldwide. We’re a team of engineers, clinicians, and innovators united by one purpose: to make surgery smarter, safer, and more human. Every day, our work helps care teams perform with greater precision and patients recover faster, improving outcomes around the world. The problems we solve demand creativity, rigor, and collaboration. The work is challenging, but deeply meaningful—because every improvement we make has the potential to change a life. If you’re ready to contribute to something bigger than yourself and help transform the future of healthcare , you’ll find your purpose here. Primary Function of Position The Revenue Accounting Manager will serve as a key leader in the modernization and transformation of Intuitive's revenue accounting function. The role will focus on leading strategic initiatives, including rebate program enhancements, revenue systems implementations, process automation efforts and other cross-functional projects that improve operational efficiency, strengthen controls, and enable future growth. This individual will translate accounting requirements into scalable business processes and technology solutions while partnering across Finance, Commercial, and IT organizations. The manager will also provide leadership and support for critical revenue accounting operations, including the monthly and quarterly financial close, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with Company policy and U.S. GAAP. Roles and Responsibilities Lead strategic initiatives that enhance the scalability, efficiency, and effectiveness of the Company's revenue accounting processes, systems, and controls. Serve as the Revenue Accounting lead on major cross-functional projects, including rebate program initiatives, revenue systems implementations, process automation efforts, and other business transformation activities. Partner with Accounting, FP&A, Commercial Operations, IT, Customer Finance, and other stakeholders to design and implement sustainable business processes and technology-enabled solutions. Translate complex accounting requirements into practical system designs, business requirements, process flows, controls, and user acceptance testing strategies. Drive project execution from requirements gathering and solution design through testing, deployment, stabilization, and operational adoption. Evaluate the accounting implications of new business models, commercial programs, system changes, and strategic initiatives, including the application of ASC 606 and ASC 842 where applicable. Support internal and external audit activities related to revenue processes, system implementations, and key accounting judgments. Support the monthly and quarterly financial close process by overseeing select revenue accounting activities, reviewing key analyses, and assisting with the resolution of complex accounting matters. Develop, coach, and mentor team members while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. Communicate complex accounting, system, and process matters effectively to both finance and non-finance stakeholders. Required Skills and Experience Minimum of 6 years of progressive public accounting and relevant industry experience. Strong knowledge of revenue recognition under ASC 606. Demonstrated experience leading operational accounting close activities and reviewing complex account analyses. Experience supporting system implementations, process transformation, or finance technology projects. Experience with enterprise resource planning and related financial systems. Strong project management skills, including the ability to organize cross-functional work, manage competing priorities, identify risks, and drive timely decisions. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical matters in clear business language. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and process-design skills, with a practical and solutions-oriented approach. Demonstrated ability to build effective relationships, lead through influence, and develop high-performing teams. Ability to operate effectively in a dynamic environment while maintaining accuracy, sound judgment, and attention to detail. This role requires working onsite in our Sunnyvale, CA office Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday every week. Required Education and Training Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field Preferred Skills and Experience CPA preferred  Big Four experience preferred  Experience with lease accounting under ASC 842  Experience with lease accounting systems is a plus Experience with SAP #WeAreIntuitive #LI-HYBRID  Due to the nature of our business and the role, please note that Intuitive and/or your customer(s) may require that you show current proof of vaccination against certain diseases including COVID-19.  Details can vary by role. Intuitive is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type, without regard to race, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information or any other status protected under federal, state, or local applicable laws. Mandatory Notices U.S. Export Controls Disclaimer:  In accordance with the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (15 CFR §743.13(b)), some roles at Intuitive Surgical may be subject to U.S. export controls for prospective employees
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