Accountant I (Full-Time)- United States

Cisco•Research Triangle Park, NC

4d•$65,300 - $106,900•Remote

About The Position

This posting is to advertise potential job opportunities. This exact role may not be open today but could open in the near future. When you apply, a Cisco representative may contact you directly if a relevant position opens. The Corporate Controller Group (CCG) is comprised of several groups that are committed to supporting business processes with a high level of integrity and credibility through developing, influencing and implementing global financial policy and process and effective partnering. The specific group that you will belong to is the Global Accounting & Reporting (GAR) / Global Close & Reporting group, who supports virtual close, earning release and SEC filing and partnering with functional groups across the Company. There are exciting changes happening within the Cisco Finance organization as we shift to become even more passionate about our business partners and drive major groundbreaking initiatives in the way we operate.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field with a strong academic record.
Strong accounting, financial analysis, and problem-solving skills with the ability to research, evaluate, and resolve accounting-related issues while balancing attention to detail and broader business impacts.
Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills with the ability to partner across functions to gather, synthesize, and present information from multiple sources.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis, reconciliations, financial reporting, and decision-support activities.
Must be a U.S. citizen with authorization to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to accounting, treasury, audit, or financial reporting through internships, coursework, research projects, or student organizations.
Demonstrated curiosity and business acumen, with the ability to connect detailed accounting activities to broader financial and operational outcomes.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

Assist in preparing journal entries related to the debt, derivatives, and investment portfolios in support of Cisco’s accounting month-end & quarter-end closes
Assist in consulting with business partners, including Treasury and Global Tax and Customs, to analyze transactions and advise on appropriate accounting treatment
Assist in daily reconciliation and review monthly checks
Assist in performing monthly investment accounting system close and support relationship with the investment book of record service provider
Assist in reviewing investment trading activity and portfolio balances and analyze for various trends and forecasts
Assist in preparing debt and investment-related Treasury Accounting 10-K and 10-Q disclosures
Assist in preparing monthly and quarterly internal reporting package schedules

Benefits

medical, dental and vision insurance
a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
paid parental leave
short and long-term disability coverage
basic life insurance
paid time away
10 paid holidays per full calendar year
1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
1 paid day off for employee’s birthday
paid year-end holiday shutdown
4 paid days off for personal wellness
16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year (non-exempt)
flexible vacation time off program (exempt)
80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter
up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward
additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
annual bonuses (non-sales roles)
performance-based incentive pay (sales roles)