About Zscaler
Serving thousands of enterprise customers around the world including 40% of Fortune 500 companies, Zscaler (NASDAQ: ZS) was founded in 2007 with a mission to make the cloud a safe place to do business and a more enjoyable experience for enterprise users. As the operator of the world’s largest security cloud, Zscaler accelerates digital transformation so enterprises can be more agile, efficient, resilient, and secure. The pioneering, AI-powered Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange™ platform protects thousands of enterprise customers from cyberattacks and data loss by securely connecting users, devices, and applications in any location.
Named a Best Workplace in Technology by Fortune and others, Zscaler fosters an inclusive and supportive culture that is home to some of the brightest minds in the industry. If you thrive in an environment that is fast-paced and collaborative, and you are passionate about building and innovating for the greater good, come make your next move with Zscaler.
Our General and Administrative teams help to support and scale our great company. Whether striving to grow our workforce, nurture an amazing culture and work environment, support our financial and legal operations, or maintain our global infrastructure, the G&A team provides a strong foundation for growth. Put your passion, drive and expertise to work with the world's cloud security leader.
We are seeking an experienced Assistant Manager FP&A to join our FP&A team. You will play a crucial role in supporting our R&D organisation, which will include the Engineering teams. You will create Headcount reconciliations, spend management for different leaders, maintaining key performance indicators (KPIs) and providing financial support for the Engineering Department. Reporting to the Manager, FP&A you'll be responsible for:
- Be a key business partner to the Engineering leadership providing financial insights and guidance to support strategic decision-making & manage headcount planning and reconciliation for engineering roles, including full-time employees, contractors, and consultants
- Work closely with HR and engineering managers to track hiring and headcount costs & Provide financial oversight on engineering projects, including resource allocation, cost tracking, and return on investment (ROI) analysis for both ongoing and future engineering initiatives.
- Support the capitalization of engineering-related expenses such as software development (IUSW) and hardware procurement, working with accounting to ensure financial treatment
- Prepare detailed monthly & quarterly reports specific to engineering operations, including variance analysis on project spend, R&D allocation, and resource utilization
- Deliver regular financial updates to the engineering leadership team, highlighting key performance indicators (KPIs) and budget adherence & create financial models to assess the long-term financial impact of engineering projects, new technology adoption, or strategic shifts in product development.
What We're Looking for (Minimum Qualifications)
- Master's degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field. Advanced degree or professional certifications (e.g., CA, CPA, MBA) with minimum of 4 years of experience in financial analysis or related roles, with a strong track record of success.
- Working knowledge of SQL, with the ability to extract and analyse data from databases..
- Proficiency in financial modelling and analysis, with advanced skills in Excel & Analytical skills, with the ability to dig into data and uncover underlying reasons and trends
What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)
- Previous experience in FP&A. Exposure to Engineering teams will be a big plus.
- Proven ability to collaborate with non-financial business partners, providing insights and guidance to help them understand the financial impact of their decisions.
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At Zscaler, we believe that diversity drives innovation, productivity, and success. We are looking for individuals from all backgrounds and identities to join our team and contribute to our mission to make doing business seamless and secure. We are guided by these principles as we create a representative and impactful team, and a culture where everyone belongs. For more information on our commitments to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging, visit the Corporate Responsibility page of our website.
Our Benefits program is one of the most important ways we support our employees. Zscaler proudly offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families throughout their life stages, including:
- Various health plans
- Time off plans for vacation and sick time
- Parental leave options
- Retirement options
- Education reimbursement
- In-office perks, and more!
By applying for this role, you adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and Zscaler policies, including those related to security and privacy standards and guidelines.
Zscaler is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions), age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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