Financial Analyst – Returnship – Arista Networks

The Path Forward Return to Work program at Arista Networks is a 16-week paid returnship for experienced professionals returning to the workforce after taking time off for caregiving. The program is open to individuals who have at least 5 years of professional experience and have been out of the paid workforce for at least two years to focus on caring for a child or other dependent. If you meet these criteria, we invite you to apply. 

At Arista, we are excited to be part of the Path Forward program because we appreciate the skills you can offer, the perspective you provide, and the contributions you will make. This program offers you a chance to revamp your skills, update your resume with new experience, and make connections with others transitioning back to the workforce. It also offers support through Path Forward, a nonprofit organization on a mission to empower people who’ve been focused on caregiving, to transition back into the paid workforce.

About Arista Networks

Arista Networks pioneered software-driven, cognitive cloud networking for large-scale
datacenter and campus environments. Arista’s award-winning platforms, ranging in
Ethernet speeds from 10 to 400 gigabits per second, redefine scalability, agility and
resilience. Arista has shipped more than 20 million cloud networking ports worldwide
with Cloud Vision and EOS, an advanced network operating system. Committed to open
standards, Arista is a founding member of the 25/50G consortium. Arista Networks
products are available worldwide directly and through partners.

Arista offers great benefits, work-life balance, and an environment that will challenge you to make a name for yourself in this industry. 

About the Role: 

The Financial Analyst will play an integral role within the Operations Finance team. Members of the Operations Finance team serve as the Business Partner and provide Finance support as necessary to Arista. 
At Arista, we have a hybrid work model with an expectation that team members will be in the office 3 days a week both during the returnship and if converted into a full-time role at the conclusion of the returnship.

Job Description

• Provide Finance support for monthly and quarterly close and forecast related activities
• Track, reconcile and report the Aged WIP financials for the Contract Manufacturers in Asia
• Work closely with the Operations team for establishing cycle count process and SOX controls for the new Contract Manufacturing sites as well as review cycle count results for existing sites
• Review inventory locations and ensure compliance for controls and reserve adequacy

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in accounting or Finance.
• ACA, ACCA, CPA, CIMA or other relevant body qualified
• 7+ years of Finance experience with preferably 4+ years of Costing/ Inventory experience in a mid to large size technology hardware company.
• Knowledge of supply chain, inventory flow, operations process, and manufacturing principles
• Proficiency in written and spoken English
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

• ACA, ACCA, CPA, CIMA or other relevant body certification 
• 4+ years of Costing/Inventory experience preferably in a technology company

The role is open to remote candidates. Employees at or near one of the Arista Networks  office locations will have the option to (and will be encouraged to) go into the office as needed

If you find yourself checking several but not all these boxes and are interested, we strongly encourage you to apply. At Arista we are committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, and are invested in building teams with a wide variety of backgrounds, identities, and experiences.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Where legally permitted, Arista requires all candidates for U.S.-based positions to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 or have an approved accommodation under applicable law. Candidates anticipating seeking an exemption should contact Arista HR before their start date. Candidates accepting an offer must provide proof of vaccination status on their first day. All offers of employment are contingent upon complying with Arista's vaccination policy.