Director of Revenue (Financial Administration)

About Charles River Associates

Charles River Associates (CRA) is a leading global consulting firm that provides economic financial and business managementexpertiseto major law firms corporations and governments around the world. CRA advises clients on economic and financial matterspertaining tolitigation and regulatory proceedings and guides corporations through critical business strategy and performance-related issues.

Position Overview

The Director of Revenue is a strategic finance leadership role responsible for shaping and executing the firms end-to-end revenue strategy. This position oversees revenue accounting accounts receivable and billing while driving operational efficiency cash flow optimization and scalable growth across the business. The role ensures compliance with US GAAP (ASC 606) and serves as a key advisor to leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and lead the end-to-end revenue lifecycle including contract review revenue recognition billing and collections
• Serve as a strategic advisor to leadership on revenue performance risks and opportunities
• Drive monthly close for revenue and related accounts ensuring accuracy and compliance with ASC 606
• Lead AR and billing teams to improve invoicing accuracy collections performance and reduce DSO
• Partner with consulting leadership to enhance revenue realization contract structuring and pricing execution
• Ensure SOX compliance and audit readiness
• Lead finance transformation initiatives including automation and ERP/billing system enhancements
• Collaborate with FP&A to lead forecasting budgeting and revenue analytics
• Deliver actionable insights to senior leadership on revenue drivers and trends
• Build mentor and develop a high-performing global revenue organization

Desired Qualifications

• CPA required
• 810 years of experience in public accounting and/or industry
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP (ASC 606)
• Experience leading revenue accounting AR or billing functions
• Proven leadership and ability to build high-performing teams
• Experience with ERP systems and finance transformation initiatives
• Strong analytical communication and business partnering skills

To Apply

To be considered for a position in the United States we require the following:

• Resume please include current address personal email and telephone number;
• Cover letter (optional) please describe your interest in CRA and how this role matches your goals.

If you are interested in applying for one of our international locations please visit our Careers site to view and apply for available jobs.

Career Growth and Benefits

• CRAs robust skills development programs including a commitment to offering 100 hours of training annually through formal and informal programs encourage you to thrive as an individual and team member. Beginning with research and analysis skill building training continues with technical training presentation skills internal seminars and career mentoring and performance coaching from an assigned senior colleague. Additional leadership and collaboration opportunities exist through internal firm development activities.
• We offer a comprehensive total rewards program including a superior benefits package wellness programming to support physical mental emotional and financial well-being and in-house immigration support for foreign nationals and international business travelers.

Work Location Flexibility

CRA creates a work environment that enables our colleagues to benefit from being together in the office to best deliver on our promise of career growth mentorship and inclusivity. At the same time we recognize that individuals realize a range of benefits when working from home periodically. We currently expect that individuals spend at least 3 to 4 days a week working in the office (which may include traveling to another CRA office or to client meetings) with specific days determined in coordination with your practice or team.

Our Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity

Charles River Associates is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability status as a protected veteran or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Salary and other compensation

A good-faith estimate of the annual base salary range for this position is $165000 - $180000. Stating pay within this range may vary based on factors such as education level experience skills geographic location market conditions and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position may be eligible for additional bonus incentive compensation.

CRA offers a comprehensive benefits package subject to eligibility requirements which may include: medical dental and vision insurance; 401(k) retirement plan with employer match; life and disability insurance; paid time off (vacation sick leave holidays); paid parental leave; wellness programs and employee assistance resources; and commuter benefits.