Director, Technical Revenue Accounting at Figma

Figma is growing our team of passionate creatives and builders on a mission to make design accessible to all. Figma’s platform helps teams bring ideas to life—whether you're brainstorming, creating a prototype, translating designs into code, or iterating with AI. From idea to product, Figma empowers teams to streamline workflows, move faster, and work together in real time from anywhere in the world. We’re seeking an experienced Director, Technical Revenue to join our Revenue Accounting team. In this role, you’ll lead complex ASC 606 assessments, develop clear and comprehensive technical revenue memos, and collaborate with cross-functional partners to determine the appropriate revenue treatment for new products, pricing models, and commercial arrangements. You’ll play a meaningful role in shaping our revenue recognition policies and scaling our quote-to-cash systems as the business continues to grow. This is a full time role that can be held from one of our US hubs or remotely in the United States.

What you’ll do at Figma:

• Own and evolve ASC 606 revenue policies for SaaS and consumption-based models, including credits, usage-based pricing, variable consideration, and contract modifications
• Lead technical accounting research and author clear, decision-ready memos, policies, and playbooks (e.g., SSP frameworks, non-standard deal guidance)
• Review complex enterprise and strategic contracts, advising Sales, Deal Desk, and Legal on structure, risk, and revenue implications
• Define revenue recognition approaches for new products and offerings, including performance obligations, SSP, principal vs. agent considerations, and contract changes
• Translate complex accounting guidance into practical recommendations and scalable processes for cross-functional partners
• Partner with auditors to support revenue positions, including leading position papers, walkthroughs, and evidence strategies while ensuring SOX-compliant controls
• Build and develop a high-performing technical revenue team; coach managers; raise bar on judgment/communication/technical rigor

We'd love to hear from you if you have:

• CPA certification with 12+ years of progressive accounting background including deep expertise in technical revenue accounting under ASC 606
• Strong command of US GAAP and SaaS revenue models including multi-element arrangements SSP variable consideration contract modifications usage-based pricing
• Proven ability to evaluate complex contracts for appropriate revenue treatment across scenarios
• Track record influencing/defending accounting positions with external auditors/senior stakeholders
• Skilled at translating complex accounting concepts into clear actionable guidance for non-accounting audiences

While not required it’s an added plus if you also have:

• Background in public accounting (e.g., Big 4) combined with in-house experience at high-growth SaaS or technology company
• Familiarity with consumption-based or usage-based revenue models at scale
• Comfortable operating in fast-paced environments with evolving products/business models
• Experience leading managers/developing technical accounting talent

Pay Transparency Disclosure:

If based in Figma’s San Francisco or New York hub offices this role has annual base salary range $235000 - $317000 USD annually (varies by location). Job level/compensation decided based on individual qualifications objectively assessed during interview process (skills/prior experience/potential impact/scope), market demands & specific work location. Range may be modified for remote roles localized by factor between 80% - 100% of range. Figma offers equity plus competitive benefits including health/dental/vision insurance retirement contributions parental leave mental health/wellness benefits PTO learning & development stipend work from home stipend cell phone reimbursement sales incentive pay annual bonus plan for eligible non-sales roles. Equal Opportunity Employer statement included.