GL Accountant

Who We Are

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries with appropriate documentation, uploading them into SAP ERP for global legal entities.
• Execute account reconciliations in Blackline, ensuring high accuracy and timely resolution of reconciling items.
• Assist and actively participate in the monthly financial close process and all related accounting activities.
• Identify and execute process improvements to increase operational efficiency and reduce financial risk.
• Support the corporate accounting team by preparing audit schedules for internal and external audits.
• Collaborate effectively with external auditors to provide requested documentation and explanations for assigned areas.
• Prepare financial analytics to assist controllers with monthly flux analysis and close-related reviews.
• Communicate seamlessly with cross-functional teams across different regions to ensure alignment and efficiency.
• Assist in any additional and ad-hoc accounting activities required by the Record-to-Report (R2R) team.

Required Qualifications

• CA or CPA qualified with a bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in GL/RTR functions within a large US multinational corporation.
• Sound knowledge of US GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting standards.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint for financial analysis and presentation.
• Highly detail-oriented with a proven ability to process transactions efficiently and accurately.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SAP, Oracle, or other similar enterprise ERP systems.
• Hands-on experience with account reconciliation tools, specifically Blackline.
• Energetic and positive attitude with a strong track record of promoting teamwork.
• Our Commitment
• We’re trailblazers that dream big, 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 [email protected].
• 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.