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At Juniper, we believe the network is the single greatest vehicle for knowledge, understanding, and human advancement the world has ever known. To achieve real outcomes, we know that experience is the most important requirement for networking teams and the people they serve. Delivering an experience-first, AI-Native Network pivots on the creativity and commitment of our people. It requires a consistent and committed practice, something we call the Juniper Way. Responsibilities: Key objectives for this position include: Responsible for the timely completion of assigned close tasks, such as intercompany accounting out of balance analysis and resolution, monitoring transaction compliance with intercompany agreements/approved processes, etc. Monitoring month close progress as per close calendar and communicating timely with Manager on any delays Proactively track intercompany issues, and coordinate with IT and other functional owners to ensure timely resolution of identified issues. Support various enterprise wide projects by providing business requirements and accounting designs, perform user testing, resolve defects to meet the project milestones and ensure a smooth go-live and minimize risks and impact to the integrity of financial data and month-end close process. Prepare/review journal entries, reconciliations and roll forwards for month-end close and external auditors. Prepare monthly/quarterly balance sheet accounts flux analysis Drive process improvements and lead team in implementing the same Working closely with other teams in resolving issues/open items in reconciliations Imparting knowledge to other team members on query resolution Minimum Qualifications: 3+ years of in-depth inter-company accounting, and GL experience Proficiency in the financial close process in a public company of comparable size and complexity Qualified CA/CPA or any other professional accounting qualification Must have strong analytical skills Excellent oral and written communication Partner effectively with global accounting teams and work independently to resolve issues, if any The person should be highly energetic; able to drive projects; be a team player Ability to work effectively across time zones/ geographies and with key global stakeholders. Experience of working in matrix organizations would be an advantage SAP ERP experience strongly desirable for GL and intercompany Strong balance sheet accounts reconciliation background Extremely strong in MS suite applications - Excel, PowerPoint and outlook About Juniper Networks Juniper Networks challenges the inherent complexity that comes with networking and security in the multicloud era. We do this with products, solutions and services that transform the way people connect, work and live. We simplify the process of transitioning to a secure and automated multicloud environment to enable secure, AI-driven networks that connect the world. Additional information can be found at Juniper Networks (www.juniper.net) or connect with Juniper on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook. WHERE WILL YOU DO YOUR BEST WORK? Wherever you are in the world, whether it's downtown Sunnyvale or London, Westford or Bengaluru, Juniper is a place that was founded on disruptive thinking - where colleague innovation is not only valued, but expected. We believe that the great task of delivering a new network for the next decade is delivered through the creativity and commitment of our people. The Juniper Way is the commitment to all our colleagues that the culture and company inspire their best work-their life's work. At Juniper we believe this is more than a job - it's an opportunity to help change the world. At Juniper Networks, we are committed to elevating talent by creating a trust-based environment where we can all thrive together. If you think you have what it takes, but do not necessarily check every single box, please consider applying. We’d love to speak with you. Additional Information for United States jobs: ELIGIBILITY TO WORK AND E-VERIFY In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Juniper Networks participates in the E-Verify program. E-Verify is an Internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of new hires and the validity of their Social Security Numbers. Information for applicants about E-Verify / E-Verify Información en español: This Company Participates in E-Verify / Este Empleador Participa en E-Verify Immigrant and Employee Rights Section (IER) - The Right to Work / El Derecho a Trabajar E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Juniper is an Equal Opportunity workplace. We do not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic. All employment decisions are made on the basis of individual qualifications, merit, and business need. Show more Show less
