Senior Revenue Analyst, Revenue Operations

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

As a Senior Revenue Analyst, you’ll bring strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills to a fast-paced, high-impact team. You’re a self-starter with a passion for numbers, a sharp attention to detail, and the drive to find solutions and improve processes. You value integrity, accountability, and collaboration—and you’re ready to make a global impact.

At Palo Alto Networks, our innovation doesn’t stop with R&D. In Finance, we challenge convention, build scalable models, and drive automation to power smarter decisions. If you're looking for a finance role with purpose and real-world influence, this is it.

Your Impact

• Prepare monthly and quarterly analyses, journal entries, and account reconciliations related to revenue and deferred revenue
• Conduct flux analyses, identify discrepancies, and clearly explain root causes
• Support internal and external audits through timely documentation and analysis
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners across Order Management, Operations, IT, and Finance to optimize processes across the quote-to-cash and revenue recognition cycle
• Lead and support revenue-related system implementations, including UAT and process improvements
• Ensure compliance with SOX 404 key controls
• Take on ad hoc projects and initiatives to support continuous improvement

Your Experience 

• 4+ years of progressive revenue accounting experience, ideally in the technology sector
• Big 4 and/or public company experience preferred
• Strong understanding of US GAAP, including ASC 606 for Hardware, Software, and SaaS
• Hands-on experience with system implementations and UAT
• Familiarity with SAP, Tableau, and Salesforce; experience with SAP S/4HANA a plus
• Analytical mindset with a risk-based, problem-solving approach
• Advanced Excel and Google Suite skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with a proven ability to prioritize effectively
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across all levels
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred or equivalent military experience required

The Team

You have a passion for numbers, and 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 $90000/YR - $145000/YR. The offered compensation may also include restricted stock units and a bonus. A description of our employee benefits may be found here.

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  [email protected].

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.