Controller II, Revenue Accounting

Job's mission

As Revenue Reporting Manager, you will operate in a highly visible role within a fast‑paced, global semiconductor equipment manufacturing environment. As part of the Global Sales Finance team, you will ensure accurate, timely, and compliant revenue reporting under IFRS 15 and deliver clear insights to support business decisions. 

Reporting to the Director Finance & Control – Global Revenue Accounting, you will lead key global revenue recognition and period-end close activities (month/quarter/year-end). You will also help improve the end-to-end revenue process in SAP S/4HANA, including integration from Sales (SD) to Revenue Accounting & Reporting (RAR) and postings into Finance (FI/Universal Journal), as well as related processes and reporting outside S/4HANA. 

This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the company’s SAP S/4HANA transformation by helping redesign and strengthen revenue accounting processes, controls, and reporting. You will work closely with Finance, Global Sales, Sales Operations, and Corporate Accounting to translate complex commercial arrangements into robust and transparent revenue outcomes. 

The ideal candidate is an analytical, solution‑oriented finance professional who is comfortable operating in a global matrix, proactively challenges the status quo, and combines strong IFRS knowledge with a hands‑on mindset. 

What you will be working on

Revenue Recognition & Reporting 

• Assess complex commercial arrangements and determine the appropriate revenue recognition treatment under IFRS 15, partnering closely with Global Sales, Sales Operations, Corporate Accounting, and Business Control. 

• Deliver accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue reporting, including accrued and deferred revenue positions. 

• Own key revenue period-end close activities (month/quarter/year-end), including close calendar management, cut-off validation, and timely completion of revenue entries and adjustments. 

• Prepare and review period-end close deliverables, including RAR-to-FI reconciliations, revenue and deferred/accrued roll-forwards, fluctuation analysis, and management and statutory reporting packages. 

• Coordinate period-end revenue controls and audit support, ensuring appropriate documentation, approvals, and evidence for internal controls and external audit requirements. 

• Perform revenue reconciliations and proactively identify, investigate, and resolve discrepancies. 

• Monitor contract assets and deferred revenue balances and ensure revenue recognition aligns with the fulfillment of performance obligations. 

 

Business Partnering 

• Act as a trusted finance business partner to Global Sales, Accounts Receivable, and Sales Operations, enabling clear reporting and effective communication to minimize overdue receivables. 

• Support new business models and commercial structures by assessing revenue recognition implications and designing compliant, scalable process flows. 

 

Governance, Controls & Compliance 

• Maintain and enhance revenue recognition documentation, policies, and procedures to meet internal control standards and internal/external audit requirements. 

• Stay current on changes in accounting standards and regulations related to revenue recognition, ensuring ongoing IFRS 15 compliance and best‑practice application. 

 

Planning & Analysis 

• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning by providing accurate revenue‑related data, analysis, and insights to stakeholders. 

• Prepare clear, concise presentations and analyses for senior management. 

 

Experience & Competencies 

• Strong experience in IFRS revenue recognition (IFRS 15) within a complex, international environment. 

• Proven ability to partner cross‑functionally and influence stakeholders across Finance, Sales, Operations, and corporate functions. 

• Experience working with fully integrated ERP systems, preferably SAP (ECC and/or S/4HANA). 

• Exposure to ERP system implementations or major finance transformation projects is a advantage. 

• Comfortable working in a global, matrix‑driven organization with multiple stakeholders. 

• Strong analytical capability combined with pragmatic, hands‑on execution. 

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex accounting topics into clear, business‑focused insights. 

What we are looking for

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance; MBA preferred. 

• 6–8 years of relevant experience in semiconductor manufacturing or a comparable high‑technology manufacturing environment. 

• Big 4 audit experience is preferred. 
• CPA / RA or equivalent professional certification is desirable. 

What sets you apart

• High‑impact position with strong visibility across Finance and Global Sales. 

• Opportunity to shape future‑state revenue processes during SAP S/4HANA transformation. 

• Clear path to increased ownership and leadership within Global Sales Finance.