Director, Revenue Operations

We’re looking to hire a Director of Revenue Operations to join us in our mission to improve human health and quality of life through the development, distribution, and application of advanced computational methods!

Schrödinger is on the cutting edge of computer-aided drug discovery and materials science. Our software suites continue to revolutionize the design of therapeutics and materials - FEP+, WaterMap, Glide, Maestro, and LiveDesign are just a few examples of the programs we’ve created.

As a member of our Finance team, you’ll play a crucial role in tracking and growing our revenue. By collaborating with our Sales, Legal, Business Development, and Finance departments, you’ll assure the accurate recording of complex revenue transactions, and advise on best strategies for growing it. 

Who will love this job:

• A certified public accountant who’s knowledgeable about ASC Topics 606, 808, 730, and 958
• A diligent reader, interpreter, and summarizer of legal language in contracts
• An Excel expert with a high attention to detail
• A NetSuite professional who can work independently with minimal direction
• An excellent communicator with fantastic organizational skills, who can summarize complex topics for a variety of audiences
• A problem-solver who can successfully navigate complex data sets and develop actionable insights

What you’ll do:

• Review complex contracts, assessing and documenting the appropriate revenue recognition in accordance with US GAAP
• Research and document the accounting treatment of future business opportunities, and take part in collaborative business committees to advise on the revenue impact of different deal structures
• Interact with and provide information to external auditors as necessary
• Lead or assist in special projects as necessary 
• Work closely with FP&A team around quarterly forecast guidance 
• Contribute to the annual operating plan and long range planning for revenue purposes

 What you’ll need: 

• At least five years of relevant revenue recognition experience within the software/high tech or life science industries (“Big Four” or a publicly-traded company)
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA accreditation a plus)
• MBA, Consulting, or Financial Service experience is preferred, but not required

Pay and perks:

Sound exciting? Apply today and join us!

As an equal opportunity employer, Schrödinger hires outstanding individuals into every position in the company. People who work with us have a high degree of engagement, a commitment to working effectively in teams, and a passion for the company's mission. We place the highest value on creating a safe environment where our employees can grow and contribute, and refuse to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious belief, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, union status, sexual orientation, or gender identity. To us, "diversity" isn't just a buzzword, but an important element of our core principles and key business practices. We believe that diverse companies innovate better and think more creatively than homogenous ones because they take into account a wide range of viewpoints. For us, greater diversity doesn't mean better headlines or public images - it means increased adaptability and profitability.