Job 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.
Your Career
Palo Alto Networks is looking for an experienced state income and local tax professional to join the team
as a Senior Tax Analyst. The ideal candidate will have broad state tax technical knowledge as well as practical experience in all aspects of state corporate income tax compliance. This role will report to the Senior Manager of State Tax and is a key contributor to the Company?s state tax operations.
Your Impact
Deliver a full range of State and Local Tax compliance services including state tax return preparation, state tax estimates, and state tax extensions
Prepare State and Local Tax supporting workpapers, such as apportionment (sales, property, payroll), credits, inclusions, and other state specific adjustments
Maintain the State and Local Tax compliance calendar with entities, groups, and filing combinations
Support the quarterly tax provision processes and documentation requirements regarding state tax matters to ensure accurate and timely US GAAP tax provision calculations and disclosures
Monitor state and local tax updates and legislation to support overall tax function
Identify and mitigate company risks and communicate areas of potential exposure
Support efforts and responses to inquiries from state auditors
Assist with ad-hoc projects as needed
Your Experience
+ Minimum 5+ years of related experience with - previous Big 4 experience a plus
Bachelor's Degree and or Masters in Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting or equivalent military experience required
Highly proficient with Excel and comfortable working with different IT applications
Proficient with Corptax Compliance Software
Must be self-directed, with strong organizational skills, and receptive to working in a remote,dynamic, and fast-paced environment
Analytical mind-set to approaching problems and strong attention to detail
The ability to operate independently, represent the tax function in cross-functional settings,make decisions and advise the business
Ability to manage multiple projects, and prioritize work, and coordinate with internal andexternal stakeholders
Excellent oral and written communication skills and
+ Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
+ Energetic, positive attitude and always looking for ways to improve
Must be located in Plano, TX area to be onsite
The Team
You have a passion for numbers; our organization has a real passion for cybersecurity. You're looking for a career with a more fulfilling mission. We have open positions to top talent seeking a financial challenge. Our Finance department deals with numbers daily, supporting infrastructure, dealing in automation, and building elegant models and solutions to empower our business lines and solutions. If you're seeking a financial challenge but with a worldwide impact, this is it.
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/commissioned roles) is expected to be between $98000-$156000/YR. The offered compensation may also include restricted stock units and a bonus. A description of our employee benefits may be found here (http://benefits.paloaltonetworks.com/) .
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.
Is role eligible for Immigration Sponsorship? No.
Please note that we will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.
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.
Your Career
Palo Alto Networks is looking for an experienced state income and local tax professional to join the team
as a Senior Tax Analyst. The ideal candidate will have broad state tax technical knowledge as well as practical experience in all aspects of state corporate income tax compliance. This role will report to the Senior Manager of State Tax and is a key contributor to the Company?s state tax operations.
Your Impact
Deliver a full range of State and Local Tax compliance services including state tax return preparation, state tax estimates, and state tax extensions
Prepare State and Local Tax supporting workpapers, such as apportionment (sales, property, payroll), credits, inclusions, and other state specific adjustments
Maintain the State and Local Tax compliance calendar with entities, groups, and filing combinations
Support the quarterly tax provision processes and documentation requirements regarding state tax matters to ensure accurate and timely US GAAP tax provision calculations and disclosures
Monitor state and local tax updates and legislation to support overall tax function
Identify and mitigate company risks and communicate areas of potential exposure
Support efforts and responses to inquiries from state auditors
Assist with ad-hoc projects as needed
Your Experience
+ Minimum 5+ years of related experience with - previous Big 4 experience a plus
Bachelor's Degree and or Masters in Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting or equivalent military experience required
Highly proficient with Excel and comfortable working with different IT applications
Proficient with Corptax Compliance Software
Must be self-directed, with strong organizational skills, and receptive to working in a remote,dynamic, and fast-paced environment
Analytical mind-set to approaching problems and strong attention to detail
The ability to operate independently, represent the tax function in cross-functional settings,make decisions and advise the business
Ability to manage multiple projects, and prioritize work, and coordinate with internal andexternal stakeholders
Excellent oral and written communication skills and
+ Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
+ Energetic, positive attitude and always looking for ways to improve
Must be located in Plano, TX area to be onsite
The Team
You have a passion for numbers; our organization has a real passion for cybersecurity. You're looking for a career with a more fulfilling mission. We have open positions to top talent seeking a financial challenge. Our Finance department deals with numbers daily, supporting infrastructure, dealing in automation, and building elegant models and solutions to empower our business lines and solutions. If you're seeking a financial challenge but with a worldwide impact, this is it.
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/commissioned roles) is expected to be between $98000-$156000/YR. The offered compensation may also include restricted stock units and a bonus. A description of our employee benefits may be found here (http://benefits.paloaltonetworks.com/) .
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.
Is role eligible for Immigration Sponsorship? No.
Please note that we will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.
Key skill Required
- Automation
- Accounting
- Cybersecurity
- Sales
- Attention to Detail
- Business Administration
- Collaboration
- Commitment
- Communication
- Compliance
- Development
- Documentation
- Energetic
- Filing
- Finance
- Immigration
- Income Tax
- Infrastructure
- Innovation
- Learning
- Legislation
- Oral and Written Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Orientation
- Positive Attitude
- Practical
- Provision
- Shaping
- Tax Compliance
- Teamwork
- Technical Knowledge
- Written Communication
