Technical Accounting Manager
About The Position
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. 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. 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!
Requirements
- 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
Responsibilities
- 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
Benefits
- 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
- flexible time off
- a comprehensive well-being program with two paid Wellbeing Days and two paid Volunteer Days per year
- a three-week Work from Anywhere option
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
