Arista Networks is an industry leader in data-driven, client-to-cloud networking for large data center, campus and routing environments. What sets us apart is our relentless pursuit of innovation. We leverage the latest advancements in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and software-defined networking to provide our clients with a competitive edge in an increasingly interconnected world. Our solutions are designed to not only meet the current demands of the digital landscape but to also anticipate and adapt to future challenges.
At Arista we value the diversity of thought and perspectives that each employee brings to the table. We believe that fostering an inclusive environment, where individuals from various backgrounds and experiences feel welcome, is essential for driving creativity and innovation.
Our commitment to excellence has earned us several prestigious awards, such as Best Engineering Team, Best Company for Diversity, Compensation, and Work-Life Balance. At Arista, we take pride in our track record of success and strive to maintain the highest standards of quality and performance in everything we do.
Job DescriptionWho You'll Work For
Arista is looking for a Financial Accountant to join its finance team in Shannon on an 18-month contract. This is an established role with a well-defined remit: you'll own the day-to-day accounting, month-end close and statutory reporting for six of Arista's international legal entities, working closely with the corporate accounting, international tax, treasury, payroll, accounts payable and accounts receivable teams.
Beyond the day-to-day, you will have scope to improve processes and controls, and you will gain hands-on exposure to US GAAP reporting, SOX controls and Irish/EMEA statutory compliance within a fast-growing, NYSE-listed global technology company.
What You'll Do
- Lead the monthly and quarterly close for six international entities, meeting group reporting deadlines.
- General ledger responsibility for prepaid expenses, fixed assets, accrued expenses, bank, other assets and liabilities, along with intercompany and payroll transactions.
- Prepare and review journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Manage the annual statutory audits for the entities, including preparation of the financial statements and directors’ reports in accordance with the local GAAP of each region.
- Prepare and submit monthly and quarterly CSO statistical surveys.
- Operate and improve SOX controls within your area and help maintain finance policies and procedures.
- Manage external service providers, such as auditors and local advisors, and build strong working relationships with stakeholders across Arista.
- Partner with the Marketing team on billing event sponsorship contributions to partners across all subsidiaries.
- Maintain clear process documentation and support cross-training so that team coverage is resilient.
- Identify and deliver process improvements that increase efficiency and accuracy.
- Other projects/duties as required.
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Qualifications- Qualified accountant (ACA) with post-qualification experience, ideally 2+ years. Recently qualified candidates with strong statutory audit experience will also be considered
- Strong working knowledge of US GAAP and FRS102, and of Irish and EMEA statutory reporting requirements.
- Hands-on experience of month-end close, balance sheet reconciliations and statutory audits.
- Experience working in a SOX-controlled environment.
- Advanced Excel skills.
- Proactive approach to identifying and implementing AI solutions to automate routine financial workflows and drive operational efficiency.
- Strong organisation and attention to detail, with the ability to manage competing deadlines.
- A clear communicator who works well both independently and as part of a team.
Desirable
- Experience using NetSuite.
- Inter company accounting experience across multiple jurisdictions.
- Experience in the technology sector.
Contract: 18-month contract.
Location: Shannon, Co. Clare. Hybrid working, with more time on-site during the initial onboarding period and greater flexibility once you are settled into the role.
Hours: Due to the international nature of this role a degree of flexibility will be offered and will be required in relation to the working hours.
Rate: Competitive, depending on experience. Full contract terms will be discussed at interview.
What’s on Offer
- Hybrid working
- Flexitime
- On-site parking
- Company events
- Wellness programme
Skills Required
- ACA-qualified accountant
- Post-qualification accounting experience, ideally two or more years
- Strong working knowledge of US GAAP and FRS 102
- Knowledge of Irish and EMEA statutory reporting requirements
- Hands-on experience with month-end close, balance sheet reconciliations, and statutory audits
- Experience working in a SOX-controlled environment
- Advanced Excel skills
- Ability to identify and implement AI solutions for financial workflow automation
- Strong organization, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing deadlines
- Clear communication skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Experience using NetSuite
- Intercompany accounting experience across multiple jurisdictions
- Experience in the technology sector
Arista Networks Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Arista Networks and has not been reviewed or approved by Arista Networks.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time away is positioned as generous, including unlimited PTO, paid holidays, and flexible hours with hybrid options. Parental leave is also included, supporting time off needs beyond standard vacation.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity participation is a notable component of rewards through RSUs and an employee stock purchase plan with a discount. This structure can materially increase total compensation when stock performance is favorable.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Everyday perks and wellness supports are broad, including on-site gym/showers, secured bike storage, stocked break rooms, discounted lunches, wellness webinars, and social events. Family-planning benefits add to lifestyle and wellbeing coverage.
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What We Do
Arista Networks was founded to pioneer and deliver software driven cloud networking solutions for large datacenter storage and computing environments. Arista’s award-winning platforms, ranging in Ethernet speeds from 10 to 400 gigabits per second, redefine scalability, agility and resilience. Arista has shipped more than 20 million cloud networking ports worldwide with CloudVision and EOS, an advanced network operating system. Committed to open standards, Arista is a founding member of the 25/50GbE consortium. Arista Networks products are available worldwide directly and through partners.
