Financial Analyst I, Financial Operations Accounting Analysis

Job OverviewThis role supports accounting function related to reconciliation, close process, and accounting.As Amazon has been growing at over 30% year-over-year, this position will also help drive process changes and improvements to support the growing needs of the Company.This role will include leasing/finance reporting and asset addition to sub-ledger responsibilities on a large portfolio of technology assets.ResponsibilitiesResponsible for ensuring the successful completion of close activities, ranging from data entry and ledger entry to deliverables review.Prepares and reviews complex account reconciliations, financial analyses, and deliverables.Acts independently to lead and complete projects with complex objectives.Understands the relevant accounting principles and can communicate the application of GAAP to peers and business partners.Works independently to identify and execute projects and process improvements to enhance efficiency.The successful candidate will report into a Finance Manager and work with central accounting, finance operation and global financial teams to ensure a controlled accounting process for month-end accounting and reporting activities in a manner fitting with Amazon's "Customer Obsession", "Deliver Results" and "Insist on Highest Standard" philosophy.The Financial Analyst responsibilities include month-end activities and ensuring proper review of account balances for Amazon, preparation and review of monthly/quarterly/annually reconciliations and balance-sheet analysis.This position will support the management in all aspects of financial accounting, reporting systems, procedures and policies.On the audit front, the Financial Analyst will manage the department's response to internal and external audit requirements and will ensure compliance with SOX requirements for all geographies/activities handled by Shared Services.Perform month-end activities that include closing of sub-ledgers, general ledger account reconciliations, reporting and balance-sheet account analysis.Ensure appropriate financial policies, procedures, and internal controls are in place, documented, and operating as intended.Provide response to internal and external audit requirements and ensure compliance with SOX requirements for all geographies/activities.Drive process improvements required to enhance controls and quality of reconciliations and related processes.Build and monitor performance metrics, with principal focus on ensuring timely delivery of month-end reports, reconciliations and other deliverables.Maintain monthly communications and metrics reporting with Director and VP-level business partners in finance operations, central accounting and FOAA, and actively participate in strategic initiatives and special projects when assigned or required.Basic Qualifications2+ years of applying key financial performance indicators (KPIs) to analyses experience.Experience using data to influence business decisions.Experience in corporate finance including budgeting/planning, forecasting and reporting.Knowledge of standard software including Excel, Access, Oracle, Essbase, SQL, and VBA skills.CA with 0-4 years of experience.Preferred QualificationsExperience problem solving and root cause analysis.Knowledge of finance, accounting or related field focused on analytics.Experience in written and verbal communication skills to communicate with technical and non-technical audiences, including senior leadership.Experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities.Experience with MS Office Professional Suite and excellent working knowledge of MS Excel.Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers.If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information.If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.#J-*****-Ljbffr