Entity Accounting Lead
About this role
Application deadline: Friday, June 5, 2026
Meet the Team
Join a dynamic and high-impact Finance team at the core of Cisco's global operations. As the Global Accounting and Reporting (GAR) function, we are the trusted custodians of Cisco's financial statements and the guardians of worldwide financial compliance. We ensure the accuracy, integrity, and transparency of all financial reporting, meticulously adhering to global standards like US GAAP and IFRS, alongside critical local GAAP requirements. Our deep expertise in accounting principles, robust internal controls (including SOX), and unwavering commitment to regulatory adherence ensure Cisco consistently meets all statutory obligations and upholds the highest standards of financial governance. We don't just report numbers; we translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights, empowering informed decision-making and steering the organization towards sustainable, compliant growth.
Your Impact
As a Senior Accountant, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the financial health and integrity of Cisco's legal entities. You will take full ownership and accountability for the Record-to-Report (R2R) figures, directly contributing to our global financial accuracy and compliance. Your work will have a direct and measurable impact on Cisco's financial reporting and strategic decisions.
Responsibilities
- Drive Statutory & Tax Compliance: Spearhead all statutory and tax compliance efforts, expertly managing outsourced service providers, ensuring impeccable General Ledger accuracy (US to local GAAP), and serving as a vital liaison with local authorities.
- Lead Audit Engagements: Take charge of all compliance-related activities for both critical internal and external audits, ensuring seamless processes and successful outcomes.
- Master Financial Reporting & Close: Collaborate strategically with Process Leads and the P&L Manager to guarantee precise end-to-end entity figures, playing a crucial role in the efficient month-end close and global consolidation.
- Issue Resolution & Insights: Act as a primary escalation point, adeptly resolving complex financial issues, and conducting insightful periodic balance sheet and business unit reviews to drive clarity and improvement.
- Cultivate Strategic Partnerships: Build and nurture robust relationships with key internal stakeholders, ensuring the accurate, timely, and impactful delivery of financial information that empowers business decisions.
Requirements
- A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in accounting operations (with ideally at least 3 years in an international environment).
- Education:
- Bachelor's
- in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
- Accounting Knowledge:
- Strong foundational understanding of accounting principles, including US GAAP.
- Technical Skills:
- Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite, specifically Excel for data analysis and reporting.
- Communication:
- Excellent oral and written command of the English language to facilitate effective collaboration.
- Preferably, You Would Demonstrate:
- Certification:
- Achieved or part-achieved professional accounting certification (e.g., ACCA, CPA).
- System Proficiency:
- Familiarity with enterprise financial systems, specifically Hyperion and Oracle.
- Technical Adaptability:
- Proven ability to interpret and apply complex local and GAAP-specific accounting requirements.
- Global Experience:
- Experience navigating diverse geographic landscapes and managing cross-regional service delivery.
- Process Management:
- Demonstrated comfort and effectiveness in working within formal processes for complex issue resolution.
- Ideally, You'll Also Have:
- Strategic Partnership:
- Strong business insight enabling the candidate to act as a true financial partner to the business.
- Project Leadership:
- Practical experience in program or project management.
- Continuous Improvement:
- A proactive approach focused on identifying and implementing best practices and process enhancements.
- Interpersonal Skills:
- Exceptional ability to build and nurture robust, collaborative relationships across diverse teams.
- Flexibility:
- Willingness to undertake occasional travel to support regional compliance and stakeholder engagement.