Senior Accountant - Revenue Recognition
$84k - $110k USD
About IonQ:
IonQ, Inc. [NYSE: IONQ] is the world’s leading quantum company delivering solutions to solve the world’s most complex problems. IonQ’s newest generation quantum computers, IonQ Tempo and IonQ Forte Enterprise, are the latest in cutting-edge systems that have been helping customers and partners such as Amazon Web Services, AstraZeneca, and NVIDIA achieve 20x performance results. The company achieved 99.99% two-qubit gate fidelity, setting a world record in quantum computing performance in 2025.
The company is accelerating its technology roadmap and intends to deliver the world’s most powerful quantum computers with 2 million qubits by 2030 to accelerate innovation in drug discovery, materials science, financial modeling, logistics, cybersecurity, and defense. IonQ’s advancements in quantum networking position the company as a leader in building the quantum internet.
We are looking for a Senior Accountant, Revenue. As a Senior Accountant, you’ll be part of a cross-functional team whose mission is to lead IonQ on its journey to build the world’s best quantum computers to solve the world’s most complex problems.
In this role, you will work closely with accounting leaders and technical program managers throughout the global organization to appropriately recognize revenue on contracts with customers. You will assist in other related areas of the accounting close cycle, including accounts receivable, deferred revenue, and cost of revenue. You will also partner with key members of the SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting, Program Finance, and FP&A teams to support internal and external deliverables.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare revenue recognition journal entries in accordance with ASC 606.
- Prepare account reconciliations and key analyses for all revenue related accounts.
- Assist the Revenue Manager with the creation of key technical analyses for new contracts in accordance with ASC 606.
- Manage the operational aspect of invoicing and cash collections.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with sales and legal to understand, account and settle commission liabilities.
- Prepare monthly revenue related financial reports for executive management.
- Coordinate with external auditors on revenue recognition and cost of revenue inquiries.
- Prepare revenue related SEC reporting disclosure templates.
- Maintain and improve internal controls to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data.
- Assist in the system implementation of a systemic revenue recognition subledger.
- Identify and implement areas for process improvement and automation to increase efficiency
You’d be a good fit with:
- 3-5 years of professional experience
- 2-3 years of ASC 606 experience
- Detail oriented with strong analytical and project management skills
- Strong team work and communication skills
- Experience in automation and a desire to improve outdated processes
- Bachelors in Accounting/Finance, CPA is preferred
You’d be a great fit with:
- Revenue related audit experience, particularly with government entities and percentage of completion revenue contracts
- Basic understanding of ASC 606 and its practical application
- Experience with SAAS and technology companies
Location: This is a hybrid role based in our College Park, MD office, requiring in-office presence 1-4 times per month.
Travel: Up to 10%
Job ID: 1399
The approximate base salary range for this position is $84,455 - $110,132. The total compensation package includes base, bonus, and equity.
Compensation will vary based on individual factors such as education, qualifications, and experience of the final candidate(s), specific office location, and calibration against relevant market data and internal team equity. Posted base salary figures are subject to change as new market data becomes available. Our benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, matching 401K, unlimited PTO and paid holidays, parental/adoption leave, legal insurance, and a home technology stipend. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided when a candidate receives an offer of employment.
IonQ's HQ is located in College Park, Maryland, just outside of Washington DC. We are actively building out our recently opened manufacturing and production facility in Bothell, WA (near Seattle). Depending on the position, you may be required to be near one of our offices in College Park, Seattle, Toronto, Canada, and Basel, Switzerland. However, IonQ will expand into additional domestic and international geographies, so don’t let this stop you from applying!
At IonQ, we believe in fair treatment, access, opportunity, and advancement for all while striving to identify and eliminate barriers. We empower employees to thrive by fostering a culture of autonomy, productivity, and respect. We are dedicated to creating an environment where individuals can feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued.
We are committed to equity and justice. We welcome different voices and viewpoints and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, ancestry, physical and/or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
US Technical Jobs. The position you are applying for will require access to technology that is subject to U.S. export control and government contract restrictions. Employment with IonQ is contingent on either verifying “U.S. Person” (e.g., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum) status for export controls and government contracts work, obtaining any necessary license, and/or confirming the availability of a license exception under U.S. export controls. Please note that in the absence of confirming you are a U.S. Person for export control and government contracts work purposes, IonQ may choose not to apply for a license or decline to use a license exception (if available) for you to access export-controlled technology that may require authorization, and similarly, you may not qualify for government contracts work that requires U.S. Persons, and IonQ may decline to proceed with your application on those bases alone. Accordingly, we will have some additional questions regarding your immigration status that will be used for export control and compliance purposes, and the answers will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law.
US Non-Technical Jobs. Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum. Accordingly, we will have some additional questions regarding your immigration status that will be used for export control and compliance purposes, and the answers will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law.
If you are interested in being a part of our team and mission, we encourage you to apply!