Will Smerdon
Solving complex problems at the intersection of accounting, operations, and technology
I lead revenue accounting and operations functions that connect people, processes, and systems to drive scale and reliability. My approach blends accounting depth with a builder's mindset—using automation, data, and cross-functional alignment to simplify complexity and create leverage for the business.
About Me
Where accounting meets engineering
I'm an Australian expat based in Seattle, driven by a passion for solving complex business problems that sit at the intersection of accounting, operations, and technology. Currently, I lead Revenue Accounting and Order to Cash operations at Cursor, where I'm helping build the financial infrastructure for one of the fastest-growing AI developer tools companies.
Technical Translator
Bridging the gap between accounting guidance and business reality—turning complex standards into practical, scalable solutions
Team Builder
Built and scaled accounting teams across Revenue, Cost, and Billing Operations
Multi-Jurisdictional Expertise
Operated under AASB (Australia), ASPE & IFRS (Canada), and US GAAP—navigating diverse regulatory and audit frameworks
Process Automation Pioneer
Reduced financial close from 45 to 5 days through automation at Stripe
Experience
14+ years building finance excellence
From global public accounting to leading finance at some of the most innovative tech companies in the world.
Revenue Accounting & Order to Cash
Leading revenue accounting and order to cash operations at the AI-powered developer tools company, building scalable financial infrastructure to support hypergrowth.
- Establishing revenue recognition frameworks for AI product offerings
- Building scalable order-to-cash processes
- Implementing financial controls and automation
Senior Director, Revenue Accounting
Led revenue accounting function for the automated data movement platform, overseeing complex revenue recognition for usage-based and subscription models.
- Scaled revenue accounting for rapid company growth
- Led technical accounting initiatives and audit support
- Drove process improvements and automation initiatives
Head of GTM Accounting & SaaS
Joined at ~700 employees. Led ASC 606 implementation, revenue accounting automation, and GTM accounting across product launches and new business models.
- Led ASC 606 implementation with National Office review for gross vs net presentation
- Reduced financial close from 45 to 5 days through automation
- Migrated 1,500+ customers from manual to automated billing
- SME & DRI for end-to-end Revenue Accounting Automation
- In-house revenue recognition consultant for Stripe's Billing Product
- Advised product, finance, legal, sales, and engineering on accounting impact of new initiatives
Audit & Assurance Manager
Progressive career across three global offices, specializing in financial services and technology sector audits.
- Managed audit engagements across financial services and tech sectors
- Developed expertise in revenue recognition and complex accounting
- Built strong foundation in SOX compliance and internal controls
Vectra Corporation
Feb 2008 - Feb 2011
Adelaide, Australia
Accounts Officer & ISO Management Representative
Dual role managing accounting functions and quality management systems for IT services company.
- Managed accounts payable, receivable, and financial reporting
- Designed and implemented Quality Management System
- Maintained ISO 9001, 14001, and 18001 certifications
Expertise
Deep expertise in SaaS finance
Specialized skills developed across high-growth technology companies, from revenue recognition to process automation.
Revenue & Accounting
Operations & Systems
Business Partnership
Compliance & Audit
Posts
Latest from LinkedIn
Recent thoughts and updates from my LinkedIn.
Excited to share that I've joined Cursor to lead Revenue Accounting and Order to Cash operations. Looking forward to building the financial infrastructure for one of the fastest-growing AI developer tools companies...
After an incredible journey at Fivetran, I'm grateful for the opportunity to have scaled the revenue accounting function during a period of rapid growth. Thank you to everyone who made this chapter so rewarding...
Reflecting on my time at Stripe: From 700 employees to a global fintech leader. Key lesson learned - automation isn't just about efficiency, it's about enabling your team to focus on what matters most...
Contact
Let's connect
I'm always interested in discussing new opportunities, sharing insights about SaaS finance, or connecting with fellow professionals in the tech industry.
Based in
Seattle, Washington
Originally from Adelaide, Australia