Senior Analyst, SOX and External Reporting Assurance

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 we’re looking for innovators who are as committed to shaping the future of cybersecurity as we are.

Who We Are

We take our mission of protecting the digital way of life seriously. We are relentless in protecting our customers and we believe that the unique ideas of every member of our team contributes to our collective success. Our values were crowdsourced by employees and are brought to life through each of us everyday - from disruptive innovation and collaboration, to execution. From showing up for each other with integrity to creating an environment where we all feel included.

As a member of our team, you will be shaping the future of cybersecurity. We work fast, value ongoing learning, and we respect each employee as a unique individual. Knowing we all have different needs, our development and personal wellbeing programs are designed to give you choice in how you are supported. This includes our FLEXBenefits wellbeing spending account with over 1,000 eligible items selected by employees, our mental and financial health resources, and our personalized learning opportunities - just to name a few!

At Palo Alto Networks, we believe in the power of collaboration and value in-person interactions. This is why our employees generally work full time from our office with flexibility offered where needed. This setup fosters casual conversations, problem-solving, and trusted relationships. Our goal is to create an environment where we all win with precision.

Your Career

Palo Alto Networks is looking for a highly motivated Senior Analyst, SOX & External Reporting Assurance who is excited to join a high growth Company. This member will be a part of the SOX & External Reporting Assurance Team and reporting to the Senior Manager, SOX & External Reporting Assurance. 

Senior Analyst, SOX and External Reporting Assurance will perform testing and related activities for Business SOX processes. They will participate in evaluating the Company’s SOX program and partner with functions across the Company to ensure a strong environment for ICFR. They will participate in executing SOX audit projects and coordinate testing deliverables with process owners for provision to the external auditors. They will also have the opportunity to participate in other external reporting assurance efforts.

The ideal candidate must have project management skills, be a self-starter, proactive, confident in interacting with management and external stakeholders, bring business experience, passion, and have experience in using analytical tools, preferably in a technology industry.

The candidate must demonstrate ability to adhere to our corporate core values of Disruption, Execution, Collaboration, Integrity and Inclusion.

Your Impact

• Perform Business process walkthroughs according to established audit standards
• Prepare process documentation and testing procedures for Business processes
• Execute SOX 404 Business audit procedures and testing for internal controls assessment, and ensure supporting documentation and control evidence adequately corroborates testing conclusions
• Assist in evaluating audit findings and deficiencies, and coordinate remediation of deficiencies
• Assist in preparing risk assessments and audit programs
• Assist in evaluating new processes, policies and systems that improve organization efficiency and effectiveness and enhance risk mitigation activities
• Assist in communication with external auditors, consultants, and business process owners
• Develop business relationships and proactively interact with process owners and management to gather information and resolve problems
• Perform other tasks and projects as assigned in support of the SOX team and corporate objectives

Your Experience

• BS degree in Accounting / Finance/Information Systems or related field or equivalent military experience
• 5+ years’ experience through public accounting / auditing and / or industry experience 
• Big 4 experience is a plus
• CPA, CIA, CISA or equivalent certification preferred
• Understanding of SOX audit requirements / standards and business process analysis
• Knowledge of SAP ERP in a corporate environment preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft/G-Suite applications with a general understanding of data analytics techniques
• Ability to communicate and present effectively. Good initiative, interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Detail and team oriented, with strong learning capacity and ability to multi-task and prioritize, adapt to change and deliver results in a fast-paced environment
• Self-motivated, self-starter, energetic, enthusiastic. Ability to thrive as an individual contributor in a high functioning team
• MUST be local to SF bay area to be in office

The Team

The SOX and External Reporting Assurance team is responsible for managing and executing the company’s SOX 404 and external reporting assurance ensuring we are best in class.

You will be part of a dynamic, disruptive, and fast-paced team of highly specialized professionals with varied skill sets spread out between the US and India. 

Compensation Disclosure

The compensation offered for this position will depend on qualifications, experience, and work location. For candidates who receive an offer at the posted level, the starting base salary (for non-sales roles) or base salary + commission target (for sales/commissioned roles) is expected to be between $94000/YR - $152000/YR. The offered compensation may also include restricted stock units and a bonus. A description of our employee benefits may be found here.

Our Commitment

We’re problem solvers that 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.