Tailscale

Technical Accounting Manager

United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Software, Biotechnology, InternetIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should have 7+ years of progressive accounting experience with a strong focus on revenue recognition and audit preparation, ideally in a fast-paced SaaS or tech environment. A CPA with a public accounting background (Big 4 preferred) is required, along with a deep understanding of U.S. GAAP, including ASC 606 and ASC 718. Proven success in leading or supporting first-time audits and implementing accounting systems or processes is necessary. Proficiency with revenue recognition tools such as NetSuite ARM or Zuora RevPro is expected, with bonus points for experience with usage-based or hybrid SaaS models and B2B revenue streams. The ideal candidate is independent and proactive, possessing strong project leadership, adaptability to ambiguity, and a continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

The Technical Accounting Manager will drive audit readiness by leading end-to-end preparation, documentation, and coordination with external auditors. This role involves evaluating and interpreting contracts to support ASC 606 compliance, including preparing revenue checklists, journal entries, and technical memos. Responsibilities also include streamlining and enhancing revenue and billing system logic and data flows for operational accuracy and GAAP alignment. The manager will partner on deal desk strategy with Legal, Operations, and Sales to assess revenue implications of complex deals and support contract structuring decisions. Additionally, they will oversee and refine accounting policies across revenue and SBC, provide insights to leadership, and lead special projects to support the scaling of the finance function.

Skills

Technical Accounting
ASC 606
GAAP
Financial Reporting
Compliance
Revenue Recognition
Billing Systems
Deal Desk
Contract Evaluation
Audit Readiness
Cross-functional Collaboration

Tailscale

Secure VPN for remote resource access

About Tailscale

Tailscale offers a secure networking solution that allows users to access remote resources like virtual machines and databases from anywhere using a WireGuard-based Virtual Private Network (VPN). Its service is designed for businesses and individuals needing to manage private resources remotely, with a focus on simplicity and minimal setup. Tailscale's freemium model attracts a wide user base, allowing users to start for free and upgrade for additional features. The company aims to enhance data security while providing an easy-to-use remote access solution.

None, CanadaHeadquarters
2019Year Founded
$111.9MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Enterprise Software, CybersecurityIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Work Hours
Remote Work Options
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Professional Development Budget
Home Office Stipend
Phone/Internet Stipend
Company Equity

Risks

A critical vulnerability in Windows client poses remote code execution risk.
Cooling venture funding may impact Tailscale's future investment opportunities.
Scalability challenges may arise with rapid enterprise adoption of zero-trust solutions.

Differentiation

Tailscale uses WireGuard's Noise protocol for trusted encryption standards.
It integrates with existing identity providers like GSuite and Office365 for easy setup.
Tailscale offers over 100 integrations, fitting into almost any tech stack.

Upsides

Tailscale's zero-trust solution meets growing demand for enterprise security.
The $100 million Series B funding boosts product expansion and market reach.
Integration with Mullvad enhances privacy with a global VPN server network.

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