Senior Corporate Accountant

Company Description

Arista Networks is an industry leader in data-driven, client-to-cloud networking for large data center, campus and routing environments. What sets us apart is our relentless pursuit of innovation. We leverage the latest advancements in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and software-defined networking to provide our clients with a competitive edge in an increasingly interconnected world. Our solutions are designed to not only meet the current demands of the digital landscape but to also anticipate and adapt to future challenges.

At Arista we value the diversity of thought and perspectives that each employee brings to the table. We  believe that fostering an inclusive environment, where individuals from various backgrounds and experiences feel welcome, is essential for driving creativity and innovation.

Our commitment to excellence has earned us several prestigious awards, such as Best Engineering Team, Best Company for Diversity, Compensation, and Work-Life Balance. At Arista, we take pride in our track record of success and strive to maintain the highest standards of quality and performance in everything we do.

Job Description

Who You Will Work With

Arista requires a Senior Corporate Accountant with international business experience. Arista has offices in Shannon, Co. Clare. This is a hybrid role. An integral part of the finance team reporting directly to the Director of Corporate Accounting, the role includes working closely with the international tax, treasury and payroll teams. This role will include responsibilities related to the corporate accounting function and world-wide month-end close and consolidation process. The role involves not only managing the day-to-day accounting of the business but also identifying and executing actions which will improve the performance of the business and resilience of its operations.

What You Will Do

• Play a key role in the general ledger and world-wide month-end close and consolidation process, including preparing and analyzing intercompany eliminations, equity, and foreign currency translation entries, preparation and review of journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations of US and International entities for completeness and accuracy.
• Assist in coordination with the monthly close process and maintain the monthly close calendar and related checklists to ensure the books are closed on a timely basis.
• Take ownership of the accounting and reporting for several subsidiaries worldwide.
• Oversee tax compliance activities in collaboration with the global tax team.
• Assist in the preparation and/or review of schedules and analyses for monthly/quarterly reporting packages.
• Primary areas of general ledger responsibilities include prepaid expenses, fixed assets, accrued expenses, other assets and liabilities, intercompany transactions, and elimination and consolidation entries.
• Develop and manage strong, collaborative relationships with global team members and business partners across multiple organizations within the Company.
• Maintain proper process/policy documentation and strong internal controls; partner with internal and external auditors to ensure continued compliance with SOX.
• Assist in quarterly reviews and annual audits with our external auditors and assist in the preparation/review of audit schedules and provide timely responses to auditor requests.
• Manage service providers and foster good relationships with all stakeholders.
• Provide support for projects and activities related to internal/external reporting, tax and FP&A.
• Responsible for general ledger maintenance, including review and setting up of new accounts, departments and entities.
• Maintain compliance with the Company’s various reporting obligations under required government surveys.
• Evaluate processes, drive system enhancements, and identify opportunities to optimize and scale as the organization continues to grow and evolve.
• Partner with all parts of the business to facilitate continuous improvement.
• Complete various ad hoc tasks as required.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Qualified Big 4 chartered accountant with 4+ years’ post qualification experience in a fast-paced environment, preferably in a high-tech multi-national organization.
• Consolidation experience in multi-currency environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP/ other local GAAPs
• Strong accounting knowledge and experience driving internal controls and processes.
• Self-starter with the ability to form conclusions and present findings, and ability to manage priorities and deadlines.
• Highly organized with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; works well both independently and in a team environment, and ability to interact effectively across the Company and with internal and external auditors.
• Exhibit the highest professional standards and ethical principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft office and advanced excel skills.
• Proficient with accounting software (experience of NetSuite would be an advantage but is not essential).

The salary will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience.

Job Type: Permanent