Sr. Accountant, AWS Technology Infrastructure

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<strong>Description<br><br></strong>Amazon is a pioneering and dynamic 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 creative 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.<br><br>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). Amazon’s accounting group offers opportunities at the Accounting Manager level in Legal Entity & Intercompany, Accounting Policy & Reporting, Operations and Capital, Transportation, Payments & Merchant Services, Retail Operations, Digital, and AWS Accounting.<br><br>Key job responsibilities<br><br>Supporting various aspects of our accounting and reporting process.<br><br><ul><li> End-to-end process ownership to support finance and business partners.</li><li> Understand internal control design concepts sufficient to assess the effectiveness of controls in their area and to design new processes and controls for emerging and growing business activities.</li><li> Execute judgments to keep projects moving and ensure the right decisions are reached to close the books each month.</li><li> Escalating risks and issues as necessary to leadership.</li><li> Strong sense of ownership.</li><li> Ability to identify process improvement and automation opportunities to drive positive change across the organization.</li><li> Lead delivery of accounting tasks and projects.</li><li> Enhance partnerships between Accounting and various business and IT groups.</li><li> Research, conclude and memorialize technical accounting position papers.<br><br></li></ul><strong>Basic Qualifications<br><br></strong><ul><li> 3+ years of finance or a related analytical field experience</li><li> Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field<br><br></li></ul><strong>Preferred Qualifications<br><br></strong><ul><li> CPA</li><li> Knowledge of internal control framework (specifically COSO) to assess control design and operational efficiency</li><li> 2+ years of Fortune 500 operational accounting experience</li><li> Knowledge of GAAP research tools and the FASB codification</li><li> Experience in accounting management in Big Four with Fortune 500 clients</li><li> Experience researching and documenting support for accounting conclusions<br><br></li></ul>Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.<br><br>Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.<br><br>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 https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.<br><br>The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.<br><br>USA, CA, Culver City - 72,600.00 - 117,100.00 USD annually<br><br>USA, MA, Boston - 66,900.00 - 117,100.00 USD annually<br><br>USA, OR, Portland - 66,900.00 - 117,100.00 USD annually<br><br>USA, TN, Nashville - 60,200.00 - 105,400.00 USD annually<br><br>USA, TX, Austin - 66,900.00 - 117,100.00 USD annually<br><br>USA, VA, Arlington - 66,900.00 - 117,100.00 USD annually<br><br>USA, WA, Seattle - 82,700.00 - 117,100.00 USD annually<br><br><br><strong>Company</strong> - Amazon.com Services LLC<br><br>Job ID: A10374576

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