Ph3Financial Analyst II, Financial Operations and Accounting Analysis /h3pThis 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. /pulliResponsible for ensuring the successful completion of close activities, ranging from data entry and ledger entry to deliverables review /liliPrepares and reviews complex account reconciliations, financial analyses, and deliverables /liliActs independently to lead and complete projects with complex objectives /liliUnderstands the relevant accounting principles and can communicate the application of GAAP to peers and business partners /liliWorks independently to identify and execute projects and process improvements to enhance efficiency /liliThe successful candidate will report into a Finance Manager. This will include working with central accounting, finance operation and Global financial teams to ensure we have a controlled accounting process to do month end accounting and reporting activities in a manner fitting with our "Customer Obsession", “Deliver Results” and “Insist on Highest Standard” philosophy. /liliThe Financial Analyst responsibilities include month end activities and ensure proper review of account balances for Amazon, preparation and review of monthly/quarterly/annually reconciliations and balance sheet analysis /liliThis position will support the management in all aspects of financial accounting, reporting systems, procedures and policies. On the audit front, Financial Analyst will manage department’s response to internal and external audit requirements and will ensure compliance with SOX requirements for all geographies/activities handled by Shared Services /liliThis position will also play an important role in promoting systems/process development within department to ensure ongoing efficiency and control improvements. The successful candidate will have a strong desire in innovating processes and exceed expectations in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, primarily driving innovation on behalf of our customers /liliPerforming month end activities that include closing of sub ledgers, general ledger account reconciliations, reporting and balance sheet account analysis /liliEnsure appropriate financial policies, procedures, and internal controls are in place, documented, and operating as intended /liliProvide response to internal and external audit requirements and ensure compliance with Sox requirements for all geographies/activities /liliDrive 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 /liliMaintain monthly communications and metrics reporting with Director and VP level business partners in finance operations, central accounting and FOAA. Actively participate in strategic initiatives and special projects when assigned or required /li /ulh3Key job responsibilities /h3olliReview/Support the month end activities which include closing of sub ledgers, general ledger account reconciliations, reporting and balance sheet account analysis /liliReview/support month end Flux analysis for all PL and Balance sheet accounts and share with Stakeholders along with the analysis on the reasons for the changes /liliDemonstrate 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 /liliEnsure appropriate financial policies, procedures and internal controls are in place, documented and also work on process improvements /liliResponsible for reviewing Balance sheet reconciliations and highlighting and taking necessary action upon the issues appropriately /liliInteract and working closely with the auditors on audit related queries and ensure smooth completion of the audits /liliResponsible for GRC compliance, internal control and get the alignment of improvements/changes with the Stakeholder /liliLead and support new business/system launches including UAT of the accounting entries and financial reporting /liliIdentification of process improvement opportunity and partnering with Tech Partners for automation/system solution /li /olh3A day in the life /h3olliReview/Support the month end activities which include closing of sub ledgers, general ledger account reconciliations, reporting and balance sheet account analysis /liliReview/support month end Flux analysis for all PL and Balance sheet accounts and share with Stakeholders along with the analysis on the reasons for the changes /liliDemonstrate 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 /liliEnsure appropriate financial policies, procedures and internal controls are in place, documented and also work on process improvements /liliResponsible for reviewing Balance sheet reconciliations and highlighting and taking necessary action upon the issues appropriately /liliInteract and working closely with the auditors on audit related queries and ensure smooth completion of the audits /liliResponsible for GRC compliance, internal control and get the alignment of improvements/changes with the Stakeholder /liliLead and support new business/system launches including UAT of the accounting entries and financial reporting /liliIdentification of process improvement opportunity and partnering with Tech Partners for automation/system solution /li /olh3BASIC QUALIFICATIONS /h3ulliCA with 5-6 Yrs of accounting experience /liliKnowledge of standard software including Excel, Access, Oracle,Essbase/Smartview /liliExperience in corporate finance including budgeting/planning, forecasting and reporting /liliExperience using data to influence business decisions /liliExperience in creating process improvements with automation and analysis /liliExperience in Month end closing of Books of accounts/working on various sub-ledgers/Accounting Knowledge/Balance Sheet Reconciliation /li /ulh3PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS /h3ulliGood communication skills /liliDecision-making and problem solving skills /liliStrategic thinking /liliExperience problem solving and root cause analysis /lili5+ years of participating in continuous improvement projects in your team to scale and improve controllership with measurable results experience /li /ulpOur inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. 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