Financial Analyst I, FOAA

• Amazon is a US-based multinational electronic commerce company headquartered in Seattle, Washington. Amazon.com started as an online bookstore, but soon diversified into many other categories, with a vision to be earth's most customer-centric company & to build a place where people can come to find and discover anything they might want to buy online. Amazon's Finance Operations, Accounting & Analysis (FOAA) team is a fast-paced, team-focused, dynamic environment and delivering great experiences for our customers is top priority. FOAA is seeking a Finance Analyst to support our Central Accounting and Tax Compliance.
• Key Roles and Responsibilities are:
• 1. Perform/Support the month end activities which include closing of sub ledgers, general ledger account reconciliations, reporting and balance sheet account analysis.
• 2. Prepare month end Flux analysis for all P&L and Balance sheet accounts and share with Stakeholders along with the analysis on the reasons for the changes.
• 3. Demonstrate 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
• 4. Ensure appropriate financial policies, procedures and internal controls are in place, documented and also work on process improvements.
• 5. Responsible for Preparing Balance sheet reconciliations (reconciliations with GST Tax returns/sub-ledger reports) and highlighting and taking necessary action upon the issues appropriately.
• 6. Interact and working closely with the auditors on audit related queries and ensure smooth completion of the audits .
• 7. Responsible for GRC compliance, internal control and get the alignment of improvements/changes with the Stakeholder.
• 8. Perform and support new business/system launches including UAT of the accounting entries and financial reporting.

Basic qualifications

- Experience using data to influence business decisions

Preferred qualifications

- Knowledge of standard software including Excel, Access, Oracle, Essbase, SQL and VBA skills

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