Senior International Accountant Palo Alto Networks
Palo Alto Networks, a network security company, is looking for an experienced and knowledgeable individual to provide support to the overall close process for the company. This individual will also assist in improving processes and financial systems planning, development and implementation.
Responsibilities:
- Support month-end, quarter end and year-end accounting close for areas of functional responsibility
- Review international service provider submissions for errors, communicate, help train and ensure compliance with US GAAP and company policies
- Prepare journal entries to record the monthly submissions into the consolidated general ledger
- Prepare account reconciliations
- Reconcile intercompany transactions between entities
- Follow up and resolve outstanding accounting issues
- Assist the international service providers in completing statutory audits and other filings
- Document and help develop processes and assist with projects to improve performance and efficiencies
- Assist with training the other international staff handling the consolidation at the corporate level
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree, Accounting or related major
- CPA designation or MBA a plus
- 7+ years of experience in staff/senior accounting functions. 2+ years with an international focus
- Familiar with financial statements, close procedures and internal controls
- Experience with SAP is preferred, must be proficient on top tier ERP systems
- Strong technical accounting and analytical skills. Understanding ASC 830 is required
- Excellent communication skills for frequent interaction with peers and management
- Ability to function with a heavy workload, prioritize and meet deadlines
- Strong experience with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel
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United States
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