Sr. Accounting Manager

Senior Accounting Manager

Founded in the San Francisco Bay Area in 2000, Fortinet continues to be a driving force in the evolution of cybersecurity and the convergence of networking and security. Securing people, devices, and data everywhere is our mission. To that end, our portfolio of over 50 enterprise-grade products is the largest integrated offering available, delivering proven cybersecurity everywhere you need it. More than 890,000 customers trust Fortinet solutions, which are among the most deployed, most patented, and most validated in the industry.

As a Senior Accounting Manager, you will: have a broad range of responsibilities involving many aspects of the monthly financial close and play a critical part in day-to-day accounting operations. This role is also responsible for assisting in the preparation of support for our quarterly & annual financial reporting. This team player will also interface with our external auditors to provide information and support during quarter end reviews and year end audits.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise the monthly GL close, including processing of journal entries, account reconciliations and the preparation of a variety of financial reports and analysis.
• Coordinate, review and approve certain internal financial reports.
• Remain current on new accounting guidance and working with technical accounting team to implement new technical pronouncements and new transactions impacting the financial statements.
• Coordinate with other teams within the Company in various projects and unusual transactions.
• Work closely with international accounting teams to ensure consistent application of accounting policies and procedures.
• Develop and improve related processes and controls to ensure accurate reporting of monthly and quarterly financial results.
• Lead automation accounting systems and applications as it relates to accounting operation and reporting process.
• Drive and manage projects to improve standardization and accelerate close timing.

Essential Functions

• Review and post journal entries. Manager month close tasks.
• Review Staff Accountant work for accuracy and inclusiveness.
• Review monthly account reconciliations in a variety of areas.
• Maintain supporting documents required for verification of accounting data.
• Maintain GL accounts to meet business and reporting needs.
• Prepare various schedules for purposes of supporting cash flow and SEC disclosure.
• Perform flux analysis at both US and consolidation levels.

We Are Looking For:

Abilities & Competencies

• Strong technical accounting expertise in U.S. GAAP
• Extremely attentive to detail
• Strong general ledger accounting skills required
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Knowledge of Word, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Oracle experience highly preferred
• Strong interpersonal team skills and ability to work well in a team environment
• Must be organized and able to work well under pressure
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• CPA and Big 4 accounting experience highly valued
• Previous public tech company experience highly valued

About Our Team:

Join our team, recognized for its collaborative spirit and seamless teamwork with accomplished leaders. Our team culture emphasizes respect, open communication, and shared success, creating an environment where every member can thrive and contribute to meaningful impact.

Why Join Us:

We encourage candidates from all backgrounds and identities to apply. We offer a supportive work environment and a competitive Total Rewards package to support you with your overall health and financial well-being. Embark on a challenging, enjoyable, and rewarding career journey with Fortinet. Join us in bringing solutions that make a meaningful and lasting impact to our 660,000+ customers around the globe.

Fortinet offers employees a variety of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), 11 paid holidays, vacation time, and sick time as well as a comprehensive leave program.

Wage ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, and job level. Earnings for this position are expected to be $140,000 - $200,000. Exact salary offers will be determined by factors such as the candidate's subject knowledge, skill level, qualifications, experience, and geographic location. All roles are eligible to participate in the Fortinet equity program, Bonus eligibility is reviewed at time of hire and annually at the Company's discretion.

About Us

Fortinet (NASDAQ: FTNT) secures the largest enterprise, service provider, and government organizations around the world. Fortinet empowers its customers with intelligent, seamless protection across the expanding attack surface and the power to take on ever-increasing performance requirements of the borderless network - today and into the future. Only the Fortinet Security Fabric architecture can deliver security without compromise to address the most critical security challenges, whether in networked, application, cloud or mobile environments. Fortinet ranks number one in the most security appliances shipped worldwide and more than 500,000 customers trust Fortinet to protect their businesses. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io. Fortinet is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in our company, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, military/veteran status or any other applicable legally protected characteristics in the location in which the candidate is applying.