Revenue Specialist

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Itron has an exciting opportunity for a Revenue Specialist with strong potential for career development. In this role, you will develop, implement, and maintain revenue recognition models that support complex customer deployment projects across the Utilities & Energy landscape. You will partner closely with project managers and cross‑functional stakeholders to ensure revenue is accurately recognized, reported, and compliant with U.S. GAAP. This position plays a critical role in delivering transparent, customer‑centric financial insights that enable informed business decisions and operational excellence.

Duties & Responsibilities

• •Review customer contracts to identify performance obligations and contract elements in alignment with revenue recognition standards and Itron policies.
• •Develop, maintain, and enhance accurate revenue recognition models for assigned customer deployment projects, demonstrating accountability and attention to detail.
• •Partner collaboratively with project managers and key stakeholders to update monthly forecasts for revenue and costs, ensuring timely and accurate financial insights.
• •Perform critical analysis of forecast changes to assess revenue recognition impacts and proactively identify risks or opportunities.
• •Monitor and prepare monthly revenue, cost, deferred revenue, and unbilled receivable reports that support internal and external stakeholders.
• •Evaluate, design, and implement scalable processes and internal controls that ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and support Itron’s innovative, agile operating model.
• •Communicate and educate cross‑functional partners on revenue recognition requirements in a clear, authentic, and customer‑focused manner.
• •Assist the Revenue Manager in documenting and communicating professional judgments related to revenue recognition.
• •Oversee customer invoicing for assigned projects, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and a positive customer experience.
• •Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations related to revenue recognition and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• •Maintain accurate records of assets, liabilities, and other financial transactions within financial systems.
• •Build and sustain strong, collaborative relationships with project managers, finance partners, and other stakeholders.
• •Contribute positively to a high‑performing, inclusive, and continuous‑improvement‑focused team environment.

Required Skills & Experience

• •Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, with a strong emphasis in accounting.
• •1+ years of experience with revenue recognition accounting principles and related pronouncements.
• •Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and the application of revenue recognition standards to customer contracts.
• •Strong analytical skills with the ability to independently identify issues early and propose thoughtful, compliant solutions.
• •Demonstrated accountability, attention to detail, and ability to see tasks through to completion in a dynamic environment.
• •Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex accounting concepts to non‑finance partners.
• •Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• •Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced, technology‑driven organization.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• •Public accounting experience; Big 4 experience strongly preferred.
• •CPA certification or active pursuit of CPA designation.
• •Experience with Oracle financial systems, including the Oracle Projects module.
• •Exposure to project‑based accounting environments, particularly within technology, utilities, or energy‑related industries.
• •Demonstrated willingness to take on additional responsibilities, contribute innovative ideas, and support continuous process improvement.

Benefits Info:

This position also includes a competitive benefit package including; financial, social, health and wellbeing programs, paid vacation, 401k matching, employee stock purchase program, hybrid work schedule, and more!

The successful candidate’s starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience and may vary by location. The base salary is $75,000-115,250 annually.

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Itron is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and providing an authentic workplace experience for all employees. If you are excited about this role but your past experiences don't perfectly align with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. In the end, you may be just who we are looking for!

The successful candidate's starting wage will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience.

Itron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact a recruiting representative at 1-800-635-5461 or email Accessibility@itron.com .

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