At Azenta, new ideas, new technologies and new ways of thinking are driving our future. Our customer focused culture encourages employees to embrace innovation and challenge the status quo with novel thinking and collaborative work relationships.

All we accomplish is grounded in our core values of Customer Focus, Achievement, Accountability, Teamwork, Employee Value and Integrity

Job Description

At Azenta, new ideas, new technologies and new ways of thinking are driving our future. Our customer-focused culture encourages employees to embrace innovation and challenge the status quo with novel thinking and collaborative work relationships.   

Azenta Life Sciences is a global leader in the life sciences space with headquarters in Burlington, MA, and offices and operations worldwide. We are a market leader in automated bio sample management solutions and genomic services across areas such as drug development, clinical and advanced cell therapies for the industry's top pharmaceutical, biotech, academic and healthcare institutions globally.   We provide unparalleled capabilities with our lab analysis, sample management and storage services, informatics software, and consumables, with the largest installed base managing millions of samples globally.  

Azenta is seeking an experienced and technically strong Revenue Accounting Manager to play a key role in the application of ASC 606 under US GAAP across the company’s key and complex revenue transactions. The successful candidate will bring strong technical accounting expertise, sound judgement, and the ability to translate complex accounting requirements into practical business solutions. 

This is a high-impact role for an individual who enjoys working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and who can combine technical accounting knowledge, leadership, analytical skills, and continuous improvement to strengthen Azenta’s global revenue accounting processes. 

What You’ll Do…  

Play a key role in the critical judgements and application of ASC 606 under US GAAP for Azenta’s  key material transactions. 

Provide Leadership and guidance to the global SMS revenue team. 

Determines relative selling price/SSP allocations for complex multiple element arrangements. 

Review of contracts and new offerings identifying multiple performance obligations.. 

Generate and post revenue related journal entries. 

Understand and apply appropriate percentage of completion accounting . 

Provides guidance on revenue recognition & accounting matters. 

Works directly with business partners to identify, gather information and resolve any revenue recognition issues. 

Analyze critical data and provide business partners key metrics and summary reporting as needed. 

Perform and review key SOX controls maintaining documentation and follow-up as needed. 

Key member of the monthly financial close team; works closely with accounting team to meet close  deadlines by providing timely revenue accounting guidance. 

Compiles and reviews entity level data aggregated for SEC filing and other critical reporting. 

Provides audit support for moderate to complex areas requiring estimates & judgment. 

Drive continuous improvement by identifying operational gaps and implementing effective solutions. 

 What you will Bring…  

Qualified ACCA / ACA / CIMA / CPA or equivalate 

Minimum of 5 years relevant experience with 2+ years leadership experience required 

Proven background in revenue recognition experience applying ASC 606 standards to transactions 

Strong analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills   

Listed Public company and top accountancy firm experience is a plus 

Ability to work in dynamic, fast paced, fast growing company 

Excellent verbal and written communication skills 

Ability to research, apply, and document applicable accounting guidance 

MS Excel skills at an advanced level 

Experience with Oracle , Tableau, and other data analytic software is a plus 

Experience with Revenue Recognition Software a plus 

Working Conditions/ Schedule  

This position is intended to be on-site, with an expectation of working out of the Company’s Burlington, Massachusetts executive offices four days per week and as otherwise necessary. Travel to other Company sites and events may be required.  

EOE  M/F/Disabled/VET  

If any applicant is unable to complete an application or respond to a job opening because of a disability, please email at [email protected] for assistance. 

Azenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

The posted pay range for this position is an estimate based on current market data and internal pay structure. Final compensation may vary above or below this range depending on factors such as experience, education (including licensure and certifications),  qualifications, performance, and geographic location, among other relevant business or organizational needs.