Senior Manager, Revenue Operations

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 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.

Your Career

Palo Alto Networks is seeking an experienced accounting professional to join its team as a Senior Manager of Revenue Operations. The successful candidate will possess an analytical mindset, strong organizational skills and excel in communication. This role encompasses a range of financial close and reporting activities, along with close collaboration with cross-functional teams to understand business transactions and ensure accurate and complete accounting and reporting. Additionally, the position involves supporting projects and optimizing processes. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, strong leader and enthusiastic about driving efficiencies within a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Your Impact

• Lead and coordinate the Worldwide Revenue Close, including but not limited to review of monthly journal entries and reconciliations, validation of system data, tracking close status and reporting close metrics

• Mentor, develop and lead a team of analysts through Managers, fostering a collaborative solutions oriented culture

• Partner with Corporate FP&A team to provide insights into revenue trends and drivers, specifically around key metrics like ARR and RPO

• Leverage comprehensive quote to cash system and process knowledge to timely identify, quantify and resolve issues

• Identify opportunities to implement standard methodologies, automation and continuous process improvements within the Revenue Close cycle

• Work closely with the SOX team to document processes, and establish and maintain strong SOX controls

• Translate technical revenue policies into scalable, executable processes and work cross functionally to communicate financial impact.

• Lead and assist with special projects and ad hoc requests as needed

Your Experience 

• Bachelor's in Finance, Accounting or related fields. CPA is preferred

• 10+ years of hands on high-tech revenue recognition experience

• Excellent technical and operational knowledge of ASC 606

• 3 years of Big 4 public accounting experience preferred

• Minimum of 4 years management/supervisory experience, managing and developing teams

• Strong ability to maintain relationships, think critically and solve problems

• Ability to diplomatically challenge the status quo

• Standout colleague and effective communicator with all levels of management and cross functional organizations

• High proficiency in MS Office Suite and Google Suite

• Experience with financial systems, SAP ERP S4 Hana and RAR, Blackline, Tableau and SFDC a plus

• Experience with high technology clients in the Hardware, Software and/or SaaS space a plus

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) is expected to be between $138,000 - $223,500/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  [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.