Finance is all about the numbersunless you work at Amazon; its knowing the numbers and so much more. Enthusiasm and energy help us deliver new ideas and solutions. Do you view problems as treasures and are you willing to dive deep to develop those solutions and deliver results Will you seek to challenge the status quo and accept that your ideas and mechanisms may be tested daily At Amazon we move with purpose and speed and this requires we work with a dynamic network of Operations HR Tech and Retail partners. We help others understand finance and are *the* trusted business advisors by employing every facet of data and communication to ensure our partners and our leaders have the most up to date and reliable information to help them make the best possible decision. Come teach us a few things and well teach you a few things as we navigate the most customercentric company on Earth.
It is a perfect position for someone who knows how to lead others work fast and smart. Your experience has taught you how to avoid sticky predicaments and you are good about avoiding the mess sooner rather than later. You know which details make all the difference and which ones dont add value. You know the difference between spending time wisely and wasting time.
Key job responsibilities
Expertise collecting analyzing and managing quantitative data and creating meaningful reports to lead business improvement and cost reductions
Utilize solid financial knowledge and business acumen to build financial models interoperate data draw conclusions and make recommendations that deliver results drive improvements and influence leaders throughout Amazon which may have global impact
Root cause analysis and uncovering core issues using data then assisting the FC improve and create new measures for site productivity
Recommend develop and implement policies and programs that guide the organization in maintaining and improving its competitive position and profitability
Manage the development of all weekly and monthly financial close all planning forecasting and reporting models and their continuous innovation and communicating to your Operations partners
Create effective business partnership manage competing priorities and providing guidance during unexpected events
Work with data source providers and technology teams to ensure that key decision data is accurate automated and timely
Intuitively utilize active listening skills to communicate data (both written and verbal) in a clear concise and unambiguous manner adjusting your style based on audience to articulate complex finance issues
5 years of tax finance or a related analytical field experience
5 years of multiple finance and accounting roles experience
6 years of applying key financial performance indicators (KPIs) to analyses experience
6 years of building financial and operational reports/data sets that inform business decisionmaking experience
6 years of creating process improvements with automation and analysis experience
6 years of participating in continuous improvement projects in your team to scale and improve controllership with measurable results experience
Bachelors degree in engineering statistics or business or Bachelors degree and 5 years of finance or a related analytical field experience
6 years of identifying incomplete or inaccurate data identifying the root cause and creating/implementing an escalation plan experience
6 years of solving complex business challenges by delivering accurate and timely financial models analysis and recommendations that have a proven impact on business (e.g. financial savings operational improvements or customer benefits) experience
MBA or CPA
Knowledge of SQL/ETL
Experience working with largescale data mining and reporting tools (examples: SQL MS Access Essbase Cognos) and other financial systems (examples: Oracle SAP Lawson JD Edwards)
Experience delivering forecasting budgeting and variance analysis and data interpretation of results
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The base salary for this position ranges from $80900/year up to $135200/year. Salary is based on a number of factors and may vary depending on jobrelated knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity signon 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. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.