Manager- General Ledger

Company Description

Our Mission
At Palo Alto Networks everything starts and ends with our mission:
Being the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life.
Our vision is a world where each day is safer and more secure than the one before. We are a company built on the foundation of challenging and disrupting the way things are done, and were looking for innovators who are as committed to shaping the future of cybersecurity as we are.

Our Approach to Work
We lead with flexibility and choice in all of our people programs. We have disrupted the traditional view that all employees have the same needs and wants. We offer personalization and offer our employees the opportunity to choose what works best for them as often as possible - from your wellbeing support to your growth and development, and beyond

At Palo Alto Networks, we believe in the power of collaboration and value in-person interactions. This is why our employees generally work from the office three days per week, leaving two days for choice and flexibility to work where you feel most effective. This setup fosters casual conversations, problem-solving, and trusted relationships. While details may evolve, our goal is to create an environment where innovation thrives, with office-based teams coming together three days a week to collaborate and thrive, together

Your Career
This position calls for someone who possesses leadership capabilities, solid operational and technical accounting background and works proactively to drive results. This person is a self-starter, flexible, has a high level of integrity and is goal-oriented in a fast-paced, team-oriented, collaborative environment. This role has regular interaction with senior leadership and stakeholders across the company and requires strong verbal and written communication skills. The candidate will need to have a proven track record of hiring, developing, and retaining the best talent.

Your Impact

• Manage the monthly financial close process for International entities
• Review journal entries & account reconciliations to ensure all costs are accurately recorded
• Review & present the monthly/quarterly flux analysis to internal stakeholders
• Interact with cross-functional teams at all levels to deliver timely and accurate management and financial reporting
• Coordinate the services provided by third-party accounting service providers
• Participate in strategic projects including new leases and office constructions
• Ensure compliance with internal control policies and statutory requirements
• Manage the audits for the international entities with external auditors to ensure compliance
• Analyze the impact of statutory accounting and bridge the US GAAP records
• Review the information for preparation of tax returns
• Work with Tax, Treasury, and other functions to ensure overall coordination of all financial accounting activities
• Mentor team members to scale & deliver
• Execution of assigned team goals, team management & career development

Your Experience

• CA or CPA mandatory with bachelors degree in accounting
• Minimum 10 years of experience in GL/RTR in a large US MNC
• Sound knowledge of US GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting
• Experience with SAP or large ERP systems a plus
• Experience with account reconciliations tools like Blackline a plus
• Proficient with Excel and PowerPoint
• Able to see the big picture yet hands on
• Ability to multitask, stay organized and prioritize deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Promote teamwork effective leader
• Energetic & positive attitude

Our Commitment
Were trailblazers that dream big, take risks, and challenge cybersecuritys status quo. Its simple: we cant 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.

Is role eligible for Immigration Sponsorship? No.
Please note that we will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Covid-19 Vaccination Information for Palo Alto Networks Jobs

• Vaccine requirements and disclosure obligations vary by country.
• Unless applicable law requires otherwise, you must be vaccinated for COVID or qualify for a reasonable accommodation if:
  • The job requires accessing a company worksite
  • The job requires in-person customer contact and the customer has implemented such requirements
  • You choose to access a Palo Alto Networks worksite
• If you have questions about the vaccine requirements of this particular position based on your location or job requirements, please inquire with the recruiter.

Locations - Bangalore, India