Job Details
We are seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to become a key member of the UK Accounting team, located in our London office.
The role has responsibility for aspects of the controllership and accounting function in support of the EMEA operations. The accounting flows are operated in multiple legal entities with involvement of a number of stakeholders in different locations. In addition to the accounting and reporting responsibilities, the individual will drive cross-border projects and develop best practice in processes and controllership on an international level, with an emphasis on utilizing new technology and developing subject matter expertise in this area. They will also drive implementation of policies with the financial leadership team based out of worldwide Amazon locations.
This position is office-based, with the flexibility to work remotely up to two days per week in line with Amazon’s current flexible work guidance. Amazon encourages open communication about unique needs for flexible arrangements.
Key job responsibilities
- Preparation of various deliverables to support both internal and external financial reporting needs, including analytic commentary and the preparation of supplementary financial analysis for management and other stakeholders.
- Preparation and review of monthly balance sheet account reconciliations and annual financial statements.
- Leading certain month end close activities, ensuring that relevant deadlines are met.
- Direct responsibility for improving accounting processes and controls for a business with a high volume of transactions.
- Actively participating in cross functional project launches from scoping through to testing and launch.
- Responsibility for actively engaging with a variety of stakeholders within the business, including technology and administrative team on business integration projects.
- Certified accountant qualification (CPA, ACCA or equivalent)
- Proficient Microsoft Excel user
- Solid organizational skills along with an aptitude for information technology
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Experience managing multiple projects with competing schedules
- Excellent communication and organization skills, including the ability to anticipate, identify and communicate risks to leadership
- Passion to continuously enhance processes and reduce manual efforts through automation or optimization initiatives.
The role has responsibility for aspects of the controllership and accounting function in support of the EMEA operations. The accounting flows are operated in multiple legal entities with involvement of a number of stakeholders in different locations. In addition to the accounting and reporting responsibilities, the individual will drive cross-border projects and develop best practice in processes and controllership on an international level, with an emphasis on utilizing new technology and developing subject matter expertise in this area. They will also drive implementation of policies with the financial leadership team based out of worldwide Amazon locations.
This position is office-based, with the flexibility to work remotely up to two days per week in line with Amazon’s current flexible work guidance. Amazon encourages open communication about unique needs for flexible arrangements.
Key job responsibilities
- Preparation of various deliverables to support both internal and external financial reporting needs, including analytic commentary and the preparation of supplementary financial analysis for management and other stakeholders.
- Preparation and review of monthly balance sheet account reconciliations and annual financial statements.
- Leading certain month end close activities, ensuring that relevant deadlines are met.
- Direct responsibility for improving accounting processes and controls for a business with a high volume of transactions.
- Actively participating in cross functional project launches from scoping through to testing and launch.
- Responsibility for actively engaging with a variety of stakeholders within the business, including technology and administrative team on business integration projects.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with accounting and financial reporting, preferably gained within a Big Four firm and / or a multinational organization- Certified accountant qualification (CPA, ACCA or equivalent)
- Proficient Microsoft Excel user
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of IFRS or other accounting frameworks;- Solid organizational skills along with an aptitude for information technology
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Experience managing multiple projects with competing schedules
- Excellent communication and organization skills, including the ability to anticipate, identify and communicate risks to leadership
- Passion to continuously enhance processes and reduce manual efforts through automation or optimization initiatives.
