Sr. Financial Analyst, Amazon Accounting

DescriptionAmazon is a pioneering, dynamic, and energetic company that thrives on unique and peculiar ways. We take pride in our single-minded obsession over customer satisfaction and our ability to maintain a curious and vibrant culture no matter how large the company grows. We endeavor to build our legacy as Earth’s most customer-centric company and to continue to cultivate and nourish our innovative environment through our mission to hire the best. If you are a financial accounting professional who consistently exceeds expectations, who dares to make bold decisions, and whose ears perk up at the prospect of a challenge, then Amazon is a place where your career can flourish.When working at Amazon, your ability to make a difference and take ownership of your career begins on day one. You can expect a collaborative, team-driven environment that encourages employees to learn, be curious, and have a bias for action. Part of this propensity for continuous learning shows itself in Amazon’s strong encouragement of movement and growth within the Accounting department and within the company as a whole. We aim to hire and develop those who will raise the bar over the course of their career at Amazon (and not just in their first position). Amazon’s accounting group offers opportunities at the Senior Accountant level in Legal Entity & Intercompany, Accounting Policy & Reporting, Operations and Capital, Transportation, Payments & Merchant Services, Retail Operations, Digital, and AWS Accounting.This position will have responsibility for: Supporting various aspects of our accounting and reporting process. Understanding accounting and financial principles and how to apply them. Understand internal control design concepts sufficient to assess the effectiveness of controls in their area and to design new processes and controls for emerging and growing business activities. Execute judgments to keep projects moving and ensure the right decisions are reached to close the books each month. Strong sense of ownership. Analysis of complex processes and systems data.Basic qualifications 3+ years of experience in finance or a related analytical field. Degree in accounting or related fieldPreferred qualifications CPA (or equivalent) Accounting management experience with Big Four (public) with Fortune 500 clients Operational accounting experience with one or more Fortune 500 companies for two or more years Working knowledge of the COSO internal control framework and a solid understanding of the concepts of control design and operational efficiency Familiarity with GAAP research tools and the FASB codification Experience working with a fast-paced, high-tech start-up or complex company Experience with researching and documenting support for accounting conclusions Demonstrated history of solving multiple complex operational and accounting challenges Aptitude for team leadership—influencing and galvanizing others to follow you toward a solution Natural propensity for organization and an aptitude for information technology Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills Excellent analytical skillsKey job responsibilities Supporting various aspects of our accounting and reporting process. Understanding accounting and financial principles and how to apply them. Understand internal control design concepts sufficient to assess the effectiveness of controls in their area and to design new processes and controls for emerging and growing business activities. Execute judgments to keep projects moving and ensure the right decisions are reached to close the books each month. Strong sense of ownership. Analysis of complex processes and systems data.Basic Qualifications

3+ years of finance or a related analytical field experience

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Preferred Qualifications

2+ years of Fortune 500 operational accounting experience

CPA

Knowledge of internal control framework (specifically COSO) to assess control design and operational efficiency

Knowledge of GAAP research tools and the FASB codification

Experience in accounting management in Big Four with Fortune 500 clients

Experience researching and documenting support for accounting conclusions

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $60,200/year in our lowest geographic market up to $128,800/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.