Operations Manager - Palo Alto Networks Financial Services

As a member of our team, you will be shaping the future of cybersecurity. We work fast, value ongoing learning, and we respect each employee as a unique individual. Knowing we all have different needs, our development and personal wellbeing programs are designed to give you choice in how you are supported. This includes our FLEXBenefits wellbeing spending account with over 1,000 eligible items selected by employees, our mental and financial health resources, and our personalized learning opportunities - just to name a few!

At Palo Alto Networks, we believe in the power of collaboration and value in-person interactions. This is why our employees generally work full time from our office with flexibility offered where needed. This setup fosters casual conversations, problem-solving, and trusted relationships. Our goal is to create an environment where we all win with precision.

Your Career

Palo Alto Networks® is the fastest-growing security company in history. We offer the chance to be part of an important mission: ending breaches and protecting our way of digital life. If you are a motivated, intelligent, creative, and hardworking individual, then this job is for you!

Reporting to the Director of Palo Alto Networks Financial Services, NAM , the Operations Manager will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of PANFS. Palo Alto Networks Financial Services (PANFS), was formed to provide financing solutions to customers seeking payment structures for our products and services. PANFS reports into Treasury

Your Impact

• Manage all pre-sales and post-sales financing activities including:
  • Coordinate documentation process with sales, legal, and the customer
  • Assist sales with deal structuring and pricing
  • Secure all required credit, pricing, and non-standard terms and condition approvals
  • Coordinate with accounting and accounts payable to ensure timely funding of new PANFS financings
  • Work with other cross-functional teams to ensure timely processing of deals, managing quarter-end and year-end deadlines
• Working with accounting, sales operations, order management, IT and other teams to ensure the financing program is aligned/integrated into the company's overall booking/order process
• Manage the day-to-day leasing and financing system Solifi
• Manage complete set of management reports
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, legal and regulatory requirements

Your Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance or Accounting; MBA or other certifications are a plus
• 8+ years' experience of leasing and financing experience
• Previous experience with Solifi or other leasing and financing systems, SFDC, and/or SAP
• Excellent communication skills; able to build relationships at all levels
• Collaborative and highly professional demeanor.
• Exceptional organization, prioritization, multi-tasking and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Google Suite applications as well as certain Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to solve problems and think quickly under pressure.
• Work effectively as a team player in a collaborative environment as well with peers and members of the greater organization.
• Be comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.
• Must be in SF bay area to be onsite at HQ

The Team

Palo Alto Networks Financial Services was formed to provide financing arrangements to Palo Alto Networks, Inc.'s Enterprise customers.

Palo Alto Networks Financial Services reports into Treasury which is part of the very talented finance organization within Palo Alto Networks, Inc. Within finance, we seek people who are looking to try new things, while solving business critical equations. If you're seeking a financial challenge but with a world-wide impact - this is it.

Compensation Disclosure

The compensation offered for this position will depend on qualifications, experience, and work location. For candidates who receive an offer at the posted level, the starting base salary (for non-sales roles) or base salary + commission target (for sales/commissioned roles) is expected. The offered compensation may also include restricted stock units and a bonus. A description of our employee benefits may be found here.

Our Commitment

We're problem solvers that take risks and challenge cybersecurity's status quo. It's simple: we can't accomplish our mission without diverse teams innovating, together.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with a disability. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability or special need, please contact us at accommodations@paloaltonetworks.com.

Palo Alto Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in our workplace, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or other legally protected characteristics.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Is role eligible for Immigration Sponsorship? No. Please note that we will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.