Full-Time

Revenue Controller

Public Sector

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Zscaler

Zscaler

5,001-10,000 employees

Cloud-based cybersecurity and secure gateway services

Cybersecurity

Compensation Overview

$147k - $210kAnnually

+ Commission + Bonus + Equity

Senior, Expert

No H1B Sponsorship

San Jose, CA, USA

Hybrid role for local candidates in San Jose, CA, requiring in-office presence 3 days a week.

US Citizenship Required

Category
Cost Accounting
Financial Accounting
Tax Accounting
Accounting
Required Skills
Management
Requirements
  • US Citizenship mandatory.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance or an MBA and CPA certification required.
  • 10+ years of work experience in Revenue Recognition, Deal Desk, Sales Operations, or Orders Management, working in Medium-to-large SaaS companies with demonstrated knowledge of SaaS-related GAAP revenue recognition (ASC 606), forecasting, modeling, and analysis.
  • 5 years+ management experience in a Revenue Recognition role, working with Sales on complex quotes and order booking.
  • 3+ years of experience with Federal and SLED government contracts, including an understanding of different contract vehicles such as: GSA, NASPO, SEWP.
Responsibilities
  • Provide pre-sales support through customer order processing, provisioning of licenses, revenue recognition and reporting, billing and accounts receivable assistance, and internal and external audit support. This involves critical coordination with teams including Deal Desk, Sales & Sales Ops, Legal, Tax and Orders Processing to provide smooth management of Public Sector transactions.
  • Plan and provide best proposal responses and Order closures, partnering with Sales, Product Management, Legal, Tax, and Professional Services.
  • Directly lead a newly created, specialized Order Processing team focused on processing Federal customer transactions and handling all provisioning actions for those accounts.
  • Assist Sales team and Deal Desk in building quotes for complex transactions with billing or revenue recognition impacts, or outside of standard corporate guidelines.
  • Maintain connections with other Public Sector teams and keep the Finance staff informed of changes in market, systems, or compliance requirements.

Zscaler provides cloud-based information security services, focusing on internet, web, and cloud security. Its platform functions as a secure gateway that inspects all internet traffic between users and applications, ensuring that potential threats are identified and stopped before they can access a client's network. This service is particularly aimed at large enterprises and government organizations that are transitioning to cloud and mobile-first strategies. Unlike many competitors, Zscaler operates on a subscription model, allowing clients to select different levels of security based on their specific needs. The company also has a partner program that enhances its market presence by offering training and resources to partners, which helps in expanding its reach. The main goal of Zscaler is to provide effective security solutions that support the digital transformation of its clients.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$148.8M

Headquarters

San Jose, California

Founded

2008

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

4%

1 year growth

14%

2 year growth

40%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Strategic partnerships with Nvidia and Google enhance Zscaler's technological capabilities and market positioning.
  • The subscription-based model ensures a steady and predictable revenue stream, supporting long-term financial stability.
  • Recent investments and potential acquisition interest from Broadcom highlight Zscaler's strong market value and growth potential.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape in the cybersecurity market is intense, with rivals like Netskope and Palo Alto Networks posing significant threats.
  • Dependence on large enterprise and government clients may expose Zscaler to market fluctuations and budget cuts in these sectors.

What makes Zscaler unique

  • Zscaler's cloud-native security platform offers a seamless and scalable solution for enterprises and government organizations, unlike traditional on-premise security solutions.
  • The company's strong partner program, Zscaler Summit Partner Program, enhances market reach and sales efforts through training, certification, and dedicated resources.
  • Collaborations with tech giants like Nvidia and Google to integrate advanced AI and zero-trust architectures further distinguish Zscaler from its competitors.

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Benefits

Comprehensive health plans

Supportive parental & family leave

On-demand learning & development

Company-sponsored volunteering

Global tuition assistance program

Guilt-free paid time off