Senior FP&A Analyst

Our Mission At Palo Alto Networks®, we’re united by a shared mission—to protect our digital way of life. We thrive at the intersection of innovation and impact, solving real-world problems with cutting-edge technology and bold thinking. Here, everyone has a voice, and every idea counts. If you’re ready to do the most meaningful work of your career alongside people who are just as passionate as you are, you’re in the right place. Who We Are We believe collaboration thrives in person. That’s why most of our teams work from the office full time, with flexibility when it’s needed. This model supports real-time problem-solving, stronger relationships, and the kind of precision that drives great outcomes. Job Description Your Career Palo Alto Networks is looking for a Senior Analyst to help drive Financial Planning & Analysis through the Company’s continued high pace growth. This person will be responsible for several planning & analysis processes working with cross-functional teams to support month end close process as per a strict timeline, projects and implement process improvements in a fast-paced environment. Your Impact Partner with Finance / Business stakeholders to develop long - range plans, annual budgets, and monthly forecasts Prepare the monthly / quarterly forecast file and explain the variances (Forecast / Budget vs Actuals ) Understanding the key business drivers Headcount Planning & tracking Financial Modelling Management Reporting & KPI’s Gather and analyze data to solve problems and evaluate scenarios and support decision making Interpret results using a variety of techniques, ranging from simple data aggregation to complex data analysis Provide insight on the goals, forecasts, and financial performance of individual business areas Interpret financial and operational performance to identify business risks and opportunities Improve financial status by analyzing results, trends, and variances & recommend actions Manage and drive the Month Close Process Accurate accruals computation Help analyze the Journals posted and reduce the number of Non Standard Journals Automate where possible, the calculation and posting of Accruals Ensuring compliance with financial guidelines & company policies Communicate effectively with team and business partners to build relationships and present actionable and insightful recommendations Qualifications Your Experience CA or MBA with bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent military experience required 5+ years of related experience in FP&A in a large US MNC Experience with SAP or large ERP systems a plus Proficient with Excel and PowerPoint Critical Thinking - Ability to look at the numbers, trends, and data and come to new conclusions based on the findings Thorough working knowledge of finance, basic accounting, and business analysis Independently and proactively analyze financial information and develop solutions to complex problems Ability to multitask, stay organized and prioritize deadlines in a fast-paced environment Promote teamwork and collaboration Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business initiatives and projects Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and deadlines Experience working in a fast-paced environment Energetic and positive Additional Information The Team You have a passion for numbers, our organization has a passion for cybersecurity. You’re looking for an opportunity with a more fulfilling mission. We have open positions for top talent seeking a financial challenge. Our department deals with numbers daily, supporting sales, marketing, R&D, supply chain and more, building solutions and providing accurate, insightful financial information to empower our business lines. The ideal candidate has exceptional skills in accounting and analytics and an innovative mindset to approach finance problems differently. Within finance and accounting, we seek people who are looking to try new things, while solving business critical equations. If you’re seeking a financial challenge but with a world-wide impact – this is it. Our Commitment We’re problem solvers that take risks and challenge cybersecurity’s status quo. It’s simple: we can’t accomplish our mission without diverse teams innovating, together. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with a disability. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability or special need, please contact us at Palo Alto Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in our workplace, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or other legally protected characteristics. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.