(Req# 4694)
Position Description:
This position will work closely with the Senior Manager to analyze and interpret complex financial agreements for revenue recognition purposes. The responsibilities will include the following:
• Share responsibility for the integrity and accuracy of worldwide revenue and assist in the timely preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual revenue reporting and analysis requirements
• Ensure the integrity of key processes by understanding systems, flow of transactions, internal controls and recommending/driving efficiency and effectiveness improvements
• Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures related to revenue to ensure adherence to relevant literature such as EITF-0021 and EITF 08-01, etc.
• Ability to foster proactive working relationships with cross-functional organizations within and outside the finance department including Sales, Marketing, Business Development, Legal, Finance, and Customer Service
• Business partner with Sales team with subject matter expertise in revenue and find solutions to critical business requirements that work for revenue recognition
• Responsible for Americas Sales districts for deal review and approval, working in conjunction with Marketing
• Ensure deal structure and technical accounting position is properly reflected in financial statements
• Research accounting literature for non-standard revenue recognition issues and provide analysis and conclusions
• Work closely with external audit team regarding all quarterly and annual audit requirements related to revenue
• Participate in on-going SOX compliance efforts as necessary
• Review/prepare journal entries resulting from reallocation of VSOE and/or revenue deferrals
• Prepare ad hoc analysis, when needed
Position Requirements:
• Requires a B.S. Degree in Accounting with a minimum of 2-3 years of public accounting audit experience or 4-5 years of corporate finance/accounting experience with a strong working knowledge of US GAAP revenue recognition principles and compliance
• CPA preferred. High technology sector focus preferred
• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and team orientation essential
• Creative and innovative team player with a positive approach and a focus on business issues
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task
ABOUT AFFYMETRIX
Affymetrix (AFFX) is a pioneer in creating breakthrough tools that are driving the genomic revolution. The vision, innovation, and devotion of Affymetrix employees help us empower scientists around the world to alleviate human suffering. It is not just the sheer power of GeneChip® technology that inspires us; it is the potential for it to help people.
The culture at Affymetrix is based on core values of daring, passionate and platinum. Our employees create a highly energized, team-oriented work environment. We are an employer committed to supporting the aspirations and achievements of our employees and offer our employees a comprehensive, competitive program of benefits and a corporate culture based on core values of daring, passionate and platinum.
**Affymetrix is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to a diverse workforce is demonstrated through all aspects of our hiring and employment practices.**
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