Sr Revenue Analyst

Palo Alto Networks, Inc.; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 153,000; Full time

Job summary

Palo Alto Networks is seeking an experienced Revenue Accountant to own end-to-end accuracy for the SAP RAR system. You will perform and review reconciliations between SAP and RAR and other source systems, validate enterprise agreements, and ensure accurate revenue recognition in BI reporting.

You will investigate variances, conduct root cause analysis, and drive long-term fixes with IT. The role also involves leading UAT, supporting SOX 404 controls, and mentoring a global team, including

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years of progressive revenue accounting experience in technology.
• Advanced Excel and data handling skills.
• Strong understanding of ASC 606 revenue recognition for software/SaaS.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end accuracy for SAP RAR system and reconciliations (SAP ↔ RAR ↔ other sources).
• Lead review of Enterprise Agreements, validating fulfillment and revenue using BI reporting.
• Investigate and resolve variances, perform RCA, drive long-term fixes with IT.
• Drive large-scale transformation projects and act as a SME on revenue processes.
• Lead UAT for system enhancements and bug fixes.
• Identify automation opportunities; leverage Tableau for real-time reporting.
• Coach and mentor global team, including offshore BLR close team.
• Ensure compliance with SOX 404 controls and audit-ready documentation.

Skills

Revenue accounting

Analytical ability

Self-starter

Team player

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP S4/HANA

Tableau

RAR

BI reporting

Excel

Job description

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.

Job Summary

• Own end-to-end accuracy for the SAP RAR system, including performing and reviewing multiple reconciliations such as SAP to RAR revenue reconciliation and SAP to other source systems.
• Lead the review of complex Enterprise Agreements (EAs), validating fulfillment and revenue data using BI reporting to ensure accurate revenue recognition.
• Investigate and resolve system variances and issues, performing thorough Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to drive long-term technical fixes with the IT team.
• Drive large-scale transformation projects, acting as a subject matter expert to redesign revenue processes.
• Lead User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for new system enhancements and bug fixes.
• Identify and champion automation initiatives to reduce manual effort, leveraging tools like Tableau for real-time reporting and monitoring.
• Coach and mentor global team members, including allocating tasks and reviewing deliverables from the offshore Bangalore (BLR) close team to maintain high standards of quality.
• Ensure strict compliance with SOX 404 key controls and support external audits by maintaining comprehensive, audit-ready documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, related discipline or equivalent military experience.
• 4+ years of progressive experience in revenue accounting and operation in the technology industry.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel and is comfortable with handling large volumes of data
• Strong understanding of ASC 606 revenue recognition principles, particularly for complex software and SaaS business models.
• Solid organizational skills with the ability to manage priorities and execute in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.
• Motivated self-starter who takes initiative.
• Team player and effective communicator with all levels of management and cross-functional organizations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Big 4 and relevant industry experience.
• Experience working with SAP S4/HANA and RAR.

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/com-missioned roles) is expected to be the annual range listed below. The offered compensation may also include restricted stock units and a bonus. A description of our employee benefits may be found here.

$94,600.00 - $152,900.00/yr

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 [e-mail].

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.