Get to know Okta

Okta is The World’s Identity Company. We free everyone to safely use any technology—anywhere, on any device or app. Our Workforce and Customer Identity Clouds enable secure yet flexible access, authentication, and automation that transforms how people move through the digital world, putting Identity at the heart of business security and growth. At Okta, we celebrate a variety of perspectives and experiences. We are not looking for someone who checks every single box - we’re looking for lifelong learners and people who can make us better with their unique experiences. Join our team! We’re building a world where Identity belongs to you.

Company Description: Okta is the foundation for secure connections between people and technology. Our IT products uniquely use identity information to grant people access to applications on any device at any time, while still enforcing strong security protections. Our platform securely connects companies to their customers and partners. Today, thousands of organizations trust Okta to help them fulfill their missions as quickly as possible.   Position Description: We are in search of a top tier GL Accounting Supervisor who is highly motivated to learn and grow within a fast-paced organization. This role will be responsible for supervising the work of assigned staff, supporting the month-end close process, SOX compliance control execution and quarterly / annual audit process, as well as identifying and driving project-based work to provide process efficiencies for the general ledger team. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, communicative, self-motivated team player with a solid working knowledge of US GAAP, SEC regulations, and internal controls. Additionally, this individual thrives on process improvement and enjoys working in a challenging, collaborative environment to support our continued growth and success. This role will be required to work in the US (Pacific Time) hours, typically around 9:00pm-6:00am IST.     Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage and understand the corporate accounting close and consolidations, including but not limited to the preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, and flux analysis
• Partner with Engineering and FP&A on various R&D accruals and software capitalization
• Partner with Treasury and Technical Reporting team on debt related transactions
• Manage various intangible asset accounts
• Assist in preparing internal and external financial reporting schedules
• Manage the efficient operation and maintenance of accounting systems, ensuring accuracy, data integrity, and adherence to GAAP
• Support the quarterly reviews and annual audit requests and inquiries from our external auditors
• Ad hoc accounting projects and requests, as needed
• Mentor, coach, build and develop the team

Minimum Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree, emphasis in Accounting
• Experience with intangible assets, R&D, and debt is required
• Experience with software capitalization is a strong plus
• 10+ years working experience of combined public accounting and private industry at a publicly traded company
• With at least 3+ years supervisory experience
• Ability to work in a dynamic setting while maintaining accuracy and delivering against deadlines
• Hands on experience with supporting US Corporate headquarters
• Solid working knowledge and application of US GAAP, SEC regulations, and SOX/internal controls
• Strong problem solving, analytical, and organization skills
• Ability to execute, follow-up, and ensure attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal and communication (both verbal and written) skills
• A team player, adept at building relationships across the organization
• Proficient with Google Workspace (Gmail, Sheets, Docs) and Microsoft tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Experience with NetSuite and/or other major ERPs (i.e., Oracle, SAP) preferred
• Experience with Technology company preferred
• CPA or CPA equivalent a plus

 

What you can look forward to as an Full-Time Okta employee!

• Amazing Benefits
• Making Social Impact
• Fostering Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging at Okta 

Okta cultivates a dynamic work environment, providing the best tools, technology and benefits to empower our employees to work productively in a setting that best and uniquely suits their needs. Each organization is unique in the degree of flexibility and mobility in which they work so that all employees are enabled to be their most creative and successful versions of themselves, regardless of where they live. Find your place at Okta today! https://www.okta.com/company/careers/.

Okta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a protected veteran. We also consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and convictions records, consistent with applicable laws. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please use this Form to request an accommodation.

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