Senior FP&A Process Analyst (SAP Analytics Cloud)

Company Description

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. 

Job Description

Your Career 

Become a member of the CFO Organization’s Transformation team at Palo Alto Networks! We are seeking a highly motivated Finance Transformation Analyst with a strong background in Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) processes who is excited to join a high growth company. The role will provide the opportunity to work alongside FP&A Leadership to optimize the structure, improve forecasting accuracy, enhance governance, and build scalable solutions for future growth. The ideal candidate must possess strong knowledge of the project life cycle for Finance software Tableau/SAC/Anaplan, exceptional communication skills and a proven ability to deliver game changing business outcomes.

Your Impact 

• Collaborate with business organizations (Entity and Regional Controllers) to assist in the implementation of process improvements, automation, and continuous improvement projects. Support FP&A-related system implementations
• Identify and drive improvement and efficiency opportunities within current FP&A
• processes and solutions through current or future technology capabilities like Tableau, SAC, S/4HANA, Analytics, Robotic Process Automation (RPA)
• Execute Finance Transformation projects, governance, and development of process documentation and training materials
• Develop and execute system testing to properly account for FP&A functions (includingTableau, SAP S/4HANA, SAC, etc.)
• Conduct multiple User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and post-launch validations to ensure seamless system implementation
• Develop project updates and internal communication within the organization and present information in cross-functional meetings by using data and insights to inform conclusions and support decision-making
• Understand structural Governance of Master Data and its linkage to other drivers and attributes
• Act to resolve issues that prevent the team from working effectively
• Analyze complex ideas or points of view and build a range of practical and meaningful recommendations

Qualifications

Your Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting / finance or equivalent or equivalent military experience
• 5+ years of progressive experience managing projects and process improvements within the FP&A cycle, with 2+ years of experience with Finance Transformation related experience preferred
• Good understanding of software development life cycle with expertise in Planning and Execution of User Acceptance Testing
• Ability to build relationships across multiple functions, and manage and implement new processes
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and execute assignments with accuracy and efficiency
• Proven extensive technical skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint), as well as thorough abilities utilizing Google Suite
• Experience with financial systems, SAC, Anaplan, S/4HANA, SAP ERP ECC & RAR,BI, Blackline, Tableau, and SFDC are preferred
• Experience with high technology companies in the Hardware, Software and/or SaaS space is a plus

Additional Information

The Team

You have a passion for numbers, our organization has a passion for cybersecurity. You’re looking for an opportunity with a more fulfilling mission. We have open positions for top talent seeking a financial challenge. Our department deals with numbers daily, supporting sales, marketing, R&D, supply chain and more, building solutions and providing accurate, insightful financial information to empower our business lines. The ideal candidate has exceptional skills in accounting and analytics and an innovative mindset to approach finance problems differently. Within finance and accounting, we seek people who are looking to try new things, while solving business critical equations. If you’re seeking a financial challenge but with a world-wide impact – this is it.

Is role eligible for Immigration Sponsorship? No. Please note that we will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

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 [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.

Covid-19 Vaccination Information for Palo Alto Networks Jobs

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  • You choose to access a Palo Alto Networks worksite
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