Sr. Manager, SOX and External Reporting Assurance

Palo Alto Networks is looking for a Sr. Manager, SOX & External Reporting Assurance to join our SOX and External Reporting Assurance team and report to the Sr. Director, SOX and External Reporting Assurance. This position plays a critical role in partnering with the business and IT units and in the execution of SOX 404 audit procedures and other external reporting assurance.The ideal candidate must have proven leadership and project management skills, be a self-starter, be proactive, confident in interacting with management and external stakeholders, bring business experience and passion, and have experience using analytical tools to assess strategic, financial, and operational risks, preferably in a technology industry.The candidate must demonstrate the ability to adhere to our corporate core values of Disruption, Execution, Collaboration, Integrity, and Inclusion.Your ImpactPerform business and/or IT process walkthroughs according to established audit standards.Prepare process documentation and testing procedures for business and/or IT processes and systems.Execute SOX 404 audit procedures and testing for internal controls assessment and ensure supporting documentation and control evidence adequately corroborate testing conclusions.Assist in evaluating audit findings and deficiencies, and coordinate remediation.Assist in preparing risk assessments and audit programs.Assist in evaluating new processes, policies, and systems that improve organization efficiency and effectiveness and enhance risk mitigation activities.Assist in communication with external auditors, consultants, and business process owners.Develop business relationships and proactively interact with process owners and management to gather information and resolve problems.Perform other tasks and projects as assigned to support the SOX team and corporate objectives.