Manager - FP&A

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

The FP&A Manager for India COE is responsible for overseeing financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis for the various team withing the GTM organization. The role involves collaborating with global stakeholders, engaging with the COE team and ensuring the delivery of accurate and timely financial insights. The FP&A Manager also plays a key role in driving process standardization and automation within the COE.

Your Impact

• Lead the financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes for GTM teams supported by the India COE
• ‘Roll up the sleeves”, Hands On Attitude
• Manage the preparation and delivery of accurate financial reports and dashboards
• Conduct variance analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities. Provide and present meaningful, concise and clear analysis to senior management on financial challenges and performances
• Partner with global finance teams to provide actionable insights that drive business performance.
• Drive process improvements and standardization initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with corporate reporting standards and local regulations
• Being the SME and mentoring the COE team members, with a heavy emphasis around training the team on standard FP&A principles and operating procedures
• Proactively look at standardization and Automation opportunities across the different Product Lines and Regions
• Support the implementation and maintenance of financial systems and tools
• Handle ad-hoc financial analysis and strategic projects as required
• Communicate effectively with team and business partners to build relationships and present actionable and insightful recommendations

Qualifications

Your Experience

Additional Information

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.