Sr Tax Analyst

Our Mission

At Palo Alto Networks® everything starts and ends with our mission:

Being the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life.
Our vision is a world where each day is safer and more secure than the one before. We are a company built on the foundation of challenging and disrupting the way things are done, and we’re looking for innovators who are as committed to shaping the future of cybersecurity as we are.

Who We Are

We believe collaboration thrives in person. That’s why most of our teams work from the office full time, with flexibility when it’s needed. This model supports real-time problem-solving, stronger relationships, and the kind of precision that drives great outcomes.

Your Career

Palo Alto Networks is looking for an experienced income tax professional to join the team as a Tax Senior Analyst.  The ideal candidate will have ASC 740 technical tax knowledge as well as practical experience in supporting the corporate income tax compliance processes. This role will report to the Senior Manager Tax, Reporting and Compliance and is a key contributor to the Company’s tax operations.

Your Impact

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and maintain detailed ASC 740 (Income Tax Accounting) workpapers, calculations, and supporting documentation for quarterly and annual financial reporting.
• Support NCTI (Net CFC Tested Income) calculations, including the preparation of ADS (Alternative Depreciation System) depreciation schedules and other relevant adjustments.
• Maintain the Tax provision datasets on quarterly and annual basis.
• Support Annual Withholding Tax Return for U.S. Source Income of Foreign Persons (Form 1042) analysis to ensure compliance with U.S. withholding tax regulations.
• Monitor tax updates and legislation changes to support overall tax function
• Identify and mitigate company risks and communicate areas of potential exposure within the reporting and compliance processes
• Assist with ad-hoc projects as needed

Your Experience 

• Minimum 5+ years of related experience; previous Big 4 experience a plus
• Proficient with OneSource Tax Provision (OTP) required
• Proficient with Corptax compliance software
• Alteryx experience a plus
• Proficiency in leveraging AI/ML and GenAI to automate ASC 740 and compliance workflows, assessing associated risks.
• Comfortable working with different IT applications, such as SAP
• The ability to operate independently and represent the tax function in cross-functional settings
• Must be self-directed with strong organizational skills, and receptive to working in a dynamic, and fast-paced environment in multiple time zones
• Analytical mind-set to approaching problems and strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize work, and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Must be local to SF Bay area to be onsite.

The Team

Our Tax department manages all things tax including direct and indirect tax compliance and financial reporting for income taxes.  As our business continues to innovate and grow, the tax department continues to team with the business. Our tax department not only deals with compliance, financial statements, and audits, but also we provide advisory to business. The ideal candidate has exceptional ASC 740 tax technical skills and an innovative mindset to approach problems differently. Within tax, we seek people who are willing to try new things and evolve as the business grows.

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 to be between $98000 - $156000/YR. 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  [email protected].

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.