Senior AP Analyst
Senior AP Analyst
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Job Description
Your Career
Palo Alto Networks is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Accounts Payable Analyst to take a lead role in the endtoend AP process within our fastpaced and globally expanding organization. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned professional to bring their expertise to an highimpact role.
The ideal candidate is proactive handson and able to navigate complex tasks with a strong sense of ownership and attention to detail. As a key member of the finance team you will play a critical role in streamlining AP operations ensuring accuracy compliance and mentoring junior team members.
Your Impact
Manage the fullcycle AP process including invoice processing payment runs and vendor account reconciliations
Review and process highvolume invoices while ensuring compliance with company policies and tax regulations
Resolve complex vendor issues and discrepancies escalating where
necessaryCollaborate with procurement and other business units to ensure proper invoice approvals and coding
Monitor aging reports and ensure timely payments while optimizing cash flow
Manage payment runs in alignment with vendor terms ensuring accuracy and proper approvals
Reconcile payment batches and resolve exceptions related to failed or returned payments
Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules and documentation
Prepare weekly/monthly MIS reports dashboards for tracking KPIs and SLAs
Develop implement and maintain AP process improvements and automation initiatives
Assist in monthly quarterly and yearend closing activities related to AP
Collaborate with AP and Finance teams across global regions to align on best practices and support process standardization and harmonization
Supervise and support AP team members by providing guidance training and mentoring
Qualifications :
Your Experience
- Bachelors/Masters degree in Accounting Finance or a related field
- Proven experience of 7 years in AP process with at least 12 years in a senior or lead role
- Strong knowledge of accounts payable processes and procedures
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software SAP and Ariba
- Excellent analytical problemsolving and communication skills
- High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fastpaced environment
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Additional Information :
The Team
You will be joining a dedicated and supportive AP team that thrives in a collaborative environment where attention to detail and clear communication are essential. As a valued team member you will benefit from ongoing support from senior colleagues and have access to continuous learning opportunities enabling you to further develop your skills and advance your career within the organization.
Our Commitment
Were problem solvers that take risks and challenge cybersecuritys status quo. Its simple: we cant 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 .
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.
Covid19 Vaccination Information for Palo Alto Networks Jobs
- Vaccine requirements and disclosure obligations vary by country.
- Unless applicable law requires otherwise you must be vaccinated for COVID or qualify for a reasonable accommodation if:
- The job requires accessing a company worksite
- The job requires inperson customer contact and the customer has implemented such requirements
- You choose to access a Palo Alto Networks worksite
- If you have questions about the vaccine requirements of this particular position based on your location or job requirements please inquire with the recruiter.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
Key Skills
- Accounting Software
- Time Management
- Accounting Tally
- Accounts Reconciliation
- Vendor Management
- Organizational Skill
- Administrative Support
- Accounts Management
- General Ledger Accounting
- Accounting
- Communication
- General Ledger Accounts
- Financial Statements
- Sales Account Management
- Account Payables Management
