Revenue Manager

Job Description

Join the Legal Tech Revolution at Litera

Are you ready to shape the future of how law is practiced? At Litera, we’re on a mission to Raise The Bar™️ for the legal profession by delivering transformational and globally-trusted solutions to law firms and corporate legal teams worldwide. We’ve been a leader in legal tech innovation for 30 years and are leading the legal AI revolution to this day with most of the world’s largest law firms as our clients. If you’re passionate about building AI-forward solutions that scale globally and want your work to impact millions of legal professionals worldwide, this is your opportunity to be part of an extraordinary team that’s elevating the craft of law.

As part of our strategic growth and commitment to fostering collaboration and operational excellence, we are transitioning to a hybrid working model. This position is based in Chicago, IL and candidates should reside within reasonable commuting distance, as this role requires on-site presence at least three days per week .This hybrid approach enables us to build a collaborative and innovative work environment while maintaining the flexibility that supports both productivity and work-life balance. We are actively seeking talented individuals to join our team in this exciting new phase of growth.

Overview: 

As a Revenue Manager at Litera, you will be part of a dynamic team that is passionate about driving innovation in the legal technology space. You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge tools and collaborate with industry experts to deliver solutions that make a real difference in the legal profession.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee end-to-end revenue accounting in accordance with ASC 606 and internal policies.
• Review and approve complex revenue arrangements, multi‑element contracts, and non‑standard terms.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, variance analyses, and supporting documentation.
• Ensure the accuracy of deferred revenue, unbilled receivables, and contract asset balances.
• Maintain and enhance internal controls related to revenue recognition.
• Partner with Sales, Customer Success, Legal, and FP&A to ensure alignment across the order-to-cash workflow.
• Support external audits by preparing schedules and providing explanations and documentation.
• Supervise and mentor revenue accounting staff.
• Review team deliverables for accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including direct experience with revenue recognition.
• CPA or equivalent strongly preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of ASC 606.
• Experience with SaaS, subscription, or services-based revenue models.
• Proficiency with ERP and CRM systems (e.g., NetSuite, Salesforce).
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience in working in teams, and a desire to collaborate with a variety of stakeholders of different seniority across group and individual business units.
• Strong sense of ownership and a proactive approach to solving problems and driving progress.
• Good ability to manage a workload spread across a variety of projects and workstreams and prioritize key actions.
• Management experience leading accounting teams.
• Experience in hyper-growth, equity-backed SaaS companies.

Why Join Litera?

• The company culture: We emphasize helping each other grow, doing the right thing always, and being part of a journey to amplify impact, creating an exciting and fulfilling work environment
• Commitment to Employees: Our people commitment is based on what employees love most about being part of the team, focusing on tools that matter to the difference-makers in the legal world and amplifying their impact
• Global, Dynamic, and Diverse Team: Our is a global company with ambitious goals and unlimited opportunities, offering a dynamic and diverse work environment where employees can grow, listen, empathize, and problem-solve together
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Experience peace of mind with our health insurance, retirement savings plans, generous paid time off, and a supportive work-life balance. We invest in your well-being and future, ensuring a rewarding career journey.
• Career Growth and Development: We provide career paths and opportunities for professional development, allowing employees to progress through various technical and leadership roles

Pay Transparency Notice for Location(s) Applicants:

The annual salary range for this position is $100,000- - $130,000. Actual compensation is determined by factors including education, work experience, certifications, and other relevant qualifications. Litera offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company contribution, and incentive and recognition programs. All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements.