Description

Amazon 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).

Key job responsibilities

Job responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Own key controls on cash and investments processes

• Responsible for month-end accounting activities, including the preparation/review of journal entries and account reconciliations

• Prepare schedules that support statement of cash flow and 10Q/10K footnotes

• Assist in the preparation and delivery of information for external auditors for SOX testing and SEC reporting as part of quarterly reviews and annual audits

• Understanding of ASC Topic 210, 320, 325, 470 and 820

• Experience with Treasury and Investment operations

• Leader of accounting system implementation including requirements document and user acceptance testing

• Own and support Treasury projects and initiatives

• Build relationships across multiple teams within Amazon to foster a collaborative and productive working relationship

• 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 skills

• Working knowledge of the COSO internal control framework and a solid understanding of the concepts of control design and operational efficiency

A day in the life

This position will support Amazon’s financial accounting process as it relates to Amazon’s Treasury and Investment business unit and will be expected to understand internal control design concepts sufficient to assess the effectiveness of controls in their area. This Senior Accountant is expected to have a strong sense of ownership, ability to identify process improvement opportunities, drive positive change across the organization, and enhance partnerships between Accounting and various business and IT groups. Technical accounting research and position paper writing may be involved in this role.

We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:

Arlington, VA, USA | Austin, TX, USA | Seattle, WA, USA

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 researching and documenting support for accounting conclusions

• Experience in accounting management in Big Four with Fortune 500 clients

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 $56,900/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.