GL Accountant

Job Summary

Palo Alto Networks is seeking a detail-oriented GL Accountant to drive financial accounting quality and efficiency within our fast-paced, high-growth environment. In this role, you will execute critical accounting processes and maintain robust internal controls. You will collaborate with cross-functional global teams to support key projects and implement continuous process improvements. This is an exciting opportunity to ensure accurate financial reporting and contribute to the strategic success of our global Finance team.

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

In order to be the cybersecurity partner of choice, we must trailblaze the path and shape the future of our industry. This is something our employees work at each day and is defined by our values: Disruption, Collaboration, Execution, Integrity, and Inclusion. We weave AI into the fabric of everything we do and use it to augment the impact every individual can have. If you are passionate about solving real-world problems and ideating beside the best and the brightest, we invite you to join us!

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.

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 accommodations@paloaltonetworks.com.

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.