XTN-8F02233 | SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

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 Senior Accountant who is highly motivated to 
learn and grow within a fast-paced organization. This role will be responsible for 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 reporting to the GL 
Accounting Manager, and they will be required to work EMEA (UK Time) hours.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:
• Perform various GL month-end close activities, including preparation and review of journal 
entries and balance sheet reconciliations such as Cash and Investments, T&E Expense,
Intercompany, Prepaids, Capitalized Software, Fixed Assets and Expense Accruals
• Prepare Balance Sheet and P&L fluctuation analyses and ability to dive into the details to 
further investigate any variances
• Assist in preparing internal and external financial reporting schedules
• Evaluate process and system infrastructure, along with identifying and implementing 
process improvement opportunities
• Maintain and enhance the internal controls over accounting processes and systems
• Provide a high level of customer service with finance and non-finance business partners by 
providing timely responses, financial insights and relevant reporting
• Support the quarterly reviews and annual audit requests and inquiries from our external 
auditors
• Ad hoc accounting projects and requests, as needed

Minimum Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Bachelor’s degree, emphasis in Accounting
• 5-10 years of combined public accounting (ex. Big 4) and private industry at a publicly 
traded company
• CPA or CPA equivalent a plus
• 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
• Ability to adhere to deadlines in a fast-paced environment, without sacrificing accuracy
• Proficient with Microsoft tools (Excel, Word, Powerpoint)
• Knowledge in Compensation Accounting a plus
• Experience with NetSuite preferre