Financial Analyst II, FOAA

Amazon is a US-based multinational electronic commerce company headquartered in Seattle, Washington. Amazon.com started as an online bookstore, but soon diversified into many other categories, with a vision to be earth's most customer-centric company & to build a place where people can come to find and discover anything they might want to buy online. Amazon's Finance Operations, Accounting & Analysis (FOAA) team is a fast-paced, team-focused, dynamic environment and delivering great experiences for our customers is top priority. FOAA is seeking a Finance Analyst to support our Finance Operations -Cash, AR, AP, Payroll and Central Accounting functions such as Digital, Transportation, Fixed Assets, Leases, OPEX and Taxes

Key job responsibilities

1.Perform / Support the month end activities which include closing of sub ledgers, general ledger account reconciliations, reporting and balance sheet account analysis.

2. Lead finance transformation projects from conception to implementation.

3. Develop and execute change management strategies to support finance initiatives

4. Demonstrate a proficient level of professional skill and knowledge in accounting and apply this in-depth knowledge, principles and systems design to recognize complex and unique issues and develop resolution and / or consistently consult with leadership in order to achieve resolution

5. Ensure appropriate financial policies, procedures and internal controls are in place, documented and work on process improvements.

6. Perform and support new business / system launches including UAT of the accounting entries and financial reporting.

7. Demonstrated experience in creating Business Requirements Documents (BRDs) and Accounting Requirements Documents (ARDs)

8. Strong track record of preparing and delivering executive-level presentations and reports

About the team

Amazon's Finance Operations, Accounting & Analysis (FOAA) team is a fast-paced, team-focused, dynamic environment and delivering great experiences for our customers is top priority. FOAA is seeking a Finance Analyst to support our Finance Operations -Cash, AR, AP, Payroll and Central Accounting functions such as Digital, Transportation, Fixed Assets, Leases, OPEX and Taxes

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• MBA in Finance from a premiere institute with 4-8 years of post-qualification experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly PowerPoint and Word for document creation
• Familiarity with business analysis techniques and documentation standards
• Experience with requirements gathering and documentation tools
• Exceptional writing skills with ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and concisely
• Strong attention to detail in document preparation
• Ability to translate technical concepts into business-friendly language

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

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