Michael Miyahara
San Francisco
Summary
Revenue accounting leader with proven expertise in ASC 606 implementation and operational scaling for global subscription platforms. Designed and executed revenue policy frameworks that enhance compliance and streamline processes. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize pricing strategies, ensuring audit-ready financial reporting.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Revenue
THE BEACHBODY COMPANY
San Francisco
01.2023 - Current
- Led revenue accounting for $1B global subscription platform, enhancing financial integrity for digital fitness products and recurring revenue models.
- Partnered with product, legal, and sales leadership to design scalable subscription revenue frameworks, supporting business growth.
- Acted as internal authority on ASC 606 interpretation, guiding new pricing structures, contract modifications, and product launches.
- Primary revenue accounting liaison for external auditors on complex accounting judgments.
- Automated key SOX controls using Alteryx, reducing month-end close timelines by two days while strengthening audit controls.
Senior Revenue Manager
SIRIUS XM
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Led technical revenue accounting for $600M+ in emerging and non-standard revenue streams under ASC 606.
- Revenue accounting lead supporting the $296M Stitcher acquisition, including integration of revenue processes.
- Identified $15M in revenue-share overpayments through thorough contract review and in-depth technical revenue analysis.
- Enhanced revenue close transparency and established reporting frameworks across multiple revenue streams.
Senior Manager, Revenue
ALPHABET (Fitbit)
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Developed standalone selling price models and revenue allocation frameworks for bundled arrangements, enhancing clarity in pricing strategies.
- Designed SAP-based revenue automation improving consistency and auditability of bundled revenue recognition.
- Led technical accounting for global product launches and bundled hardware-subscription offerings, ensuring compliance and effectiveness.
- Served as subject matter expert for cross-functional product and finance teams, facilitating collaboration and informed decision-making.
Senior Revenue Manager
CLOUDERA
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Implemented NetSuite ARM enabling automated revenue schedules and scalable SaaS revenue reporting.
- Partnered with deal desk, sales leadership, and RevOps to structure complex enterprise SaaS contracts.
- Led ASC 606 adoption, developing revenue policies and conducting technical accounting analysis to ensure compliance.
- Managed and mentored six revenue accountants, overseeing monthly revenue close to enhance accuracy and timeliness.
- Presented technical accounting positions and revenue insights to CFO and VP Finance.
Revenue Manager
CISCO SYSTEMS (Splunk)
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Led revenue system initiatives, enhancing contract lifecycle management and reporting accuracy.
- Served as primary revenue liaison for complex deal reviews and external audit processes.
- Advised sales and legal teams on contract structuring, optimizing GAAP revenue outcomes.
Education
B.S.B.A. - Finance
Boston University
Boston, MASkills
- ASC 606 revenue recognition
- SaaS and subscription models
- NetSuite ARM implementation
- SAP revenue automation
- Quote-to-cash design
- Revenue systems transformation
- Technical accounting and policy development
- SOX controls and automation
- Cross-functional GTM partnership
- Revenue forecasting and optimization
- Revenue Recognition Standards
Early Career
Revenue leadership roles across Adobe, Autodesk, Broadcom (Symantec), Ivanti, and TIBCO (2005–2014) spanning revenue recognition policy development, ASC 605/VSOE analysis, technical accounting memoranda, and APAC regional revenue leadership.
Public Accounting Experience
Built foundational GAAP and technical accounting expertise at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP and Deloitte (LLP) (2003-2005), drafted formal accounting memoranda, supported audit engagements for large public-company clients, and developed practical approaches to complex accounting and tax issues
Timeline
Director of Revenue
THE BEACHBODY COMPANY
01.2023 - Current
Senior Revenue Manager
SIRIUS XM
01.2019 - 01.2023
Senior Manager, Revenue
ALPHABET (Fitbit)
01.2018 - 01.2019
Senior Revenue Manager
CLOUDERA
01.2016 - 01.2018
Revenue Manager
CISCO SYSTEMS (Splunk)
01.2014 - 01.2016
B.S.B.A. - Finance
Boston University