About Us:
Proofpoint is a global leader in human- and agent-centric cybersecurity. We protect how people, data, and AI agents connect across email, cloud, and collaboration tools. Over 80 of the Fortune 100, 10,000 large enterprises, and millions of smaller organizations trust Proofpoint to stop threats, prevent data loss, and build resilience across their people and AI workflows. Our mission is simple: safeguard the digital world and empower people to work securely and confidently. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people.
How We Work:
At Proofpoint you’ll be part of a global team that breaks barriers to redefine cybersecurity guided by our BRAVE core values:
Bold in how we dream and innovate
Responsive to feedback, challenges and opportunities
Accountable for results and best in class outcomes
Visionary in future focused problem-solving
Exceptional in execution and impact
The Role and the Team
We are seeking an experienced technical accounting professional to join our fast-paced, high-performing accounting team in Sunnyvale, CA. This individual contributor reports to the Director of Technical Accounting and Reporting and will participate in accounting areas such as leases, debt, acquisitions, etc. Being part of a global accounting team, this role will also work on tasks and projects that utilize technical and operational accounting skills, supporting other members in Finance and cross functional business partners. The ideal candidate will have a strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP with experience in a wide range of topics and general accounting functions. This is a great opportunity for knowledge and career growth as the group offers exposure to various accounting areas and system projects, and as the Company continues to expand!
Location: This is a hybrid role based in our Sunnyvale HQ, 4 days a week.
Your day-to-day
- Excellent technical research and interpretation skills with ability to document and operationalize
- Experience in complex areas such as Leases, Debt, M&A, and Equity
- Review contracts and one-off transactions and document accounting positions in formal memos
- Research and resolve accounting matters, ensuring U.S. GAAP and SOX compliance
- Review, document, and implement new accounting pronouncements
- Provide accounting guidance and support cross-functional business partners
- Assist with external reporting (financial statements, disclosures, and reporting packages) and flux analysis
- Liaise with internal and external auditors
- Prepare and maintain accounting policies and processes
- Train and guide the global accounting team members
- Participate in ad-hoc projects and finance initiatives
What you bring
- CPA licensee
- 5+ years of experience in public accounting and/or public company
- Strong analytical, organizational, and prioritization skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to provide guidance and manage cross-functional relationship
- Ownership of processes, controls, and audit inquires
- High proficiency in MS Excel including Pivot Tables and advanced formula
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Why Proofpoint?
At Proofpoint, we believe that an exceptional career experience includes a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Here are just a few reasons you’ll love working with us:
Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits
Career success on your terms
Flexible work environment
Annual wellness and community outreach days
Always on recognition for your contributions
Global collaboration and networking opportunities
Our Culture:
Our culture is rooted in values that inspire belonging, empower purpose and drive success-every day, for everyone.
We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please reach out to [email protected].
How to Apply
Interested? Submit your application along with any supporting information- we can’t wait to hear from you!
Consistent with Proofpoint values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets as set out below. Pay within these ranges varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate. The range provided may represent a candidate range and may not reflect the full range for an individual tenured employee. This role may be eligible for variable compensation and/or equity. We offer a competitive benefits package, including flexible time off, a comprehensive well-being program with two paid Wellbeing Days and two paid Volunteer Days per year, plus a three-week Work from Anywhere option.
Base Pay Ranges:
SF Bay Area, New York City Metro Area:
Base Pay Range: 111,300.00 - 174,900.00 USDCalifornia (excludes SF Bay Area), Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Washington DC Metro, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Texas, Washington, Virginia, and Alaska:
Base Pay Range: 93,300.00 - 146,630.00 USDAll other cities and states excluding those listed above:
Base Pay Range: 83,600.00 - 131,340.00 USDSkills Required
- CPA licensee
- 5+ years of experience in public accounting and/or public company
- Experience in complex areas such as leases, debt, M&A, and equity
- Excellent technical research and accounting interpretation skills with ability to document and operationalize
- Experience reviewing contracts and documenting accounting positions in formal memos
- Experience with U.S. GAAP and SOX compliance
- Ability to assist with external reporting, disclosures, and flux analysis
- Liaise with internal and external auditors and own audit inquiries
- Prepare and maintain accounting policies and processes
- Train and guide global accounting team members and provide cross-functional accounting guidance
- High proficiency in MS Excel including Pivot Tables and advanced formulas
- Strong analytical, organizational, prioritization, interpersonal and communication skills
Proofpoint Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Proofpoint and has not been reviewed or approved by Proofpoint.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage spans medical, dental, vision, life, and disability, complemented by global physical, mental, and financial health programs. Wellbeing resources such as mindfulness, resilience, and meditation courses are explicitly highlighted.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off provisions include PTO, paid holidays and sick days, with parental and family medical leave available. Added flexibility appears in wellness days, a hybrid-first model, and limited work-from-anywhere periods.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered competitive in many roles and settings, with external recognition indicating strong standing relative to peers. Feedback suggests employees in several departments view compensation favorably when considering base, bonus, and benefits together.
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What We Do
We provide the most effective cybersecurity and compliance solutions to protect people on every channel including email, the web, the cloud, and social media.
