AMAZON FINANACE
AMAZON FINANCE


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DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a Senior Financial Analyst to join the Accounting organization and contribute to our Accounting team. This individual will be based at London as a key member of both the UK and Global Accounting teams. The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience in financial reporting and internal control.
This role is responsible for controlling and managing the accounting functions that support UK operations. Accounting flows are managed by multiple legal entities, with participation of many stakeholders from different locations.

The individual will be responsible for accounting and reporting, as well as driving cross-border projects. They will also develop best practices in processes and controllership at an international level. They will work with the global financial leadership team to implement policies.

This position requires candidates to have held supervisory or managerial positions in companies with less that one billion annual revenues. Candidates will also have worked at the manager level for large four public accounting firms with Fortune 500 clients, or in large public companies as a manager. Candidates must demonstrate that they are top performers at their respective levels.

Scope/key responsibilities:

This position supports the Global Accounting function and includes a mixture of operational and project-based new business accounting responsibilities, including but not limited:

O Represents the Accounting team
O The preparation of various deliverables to support internal and external financial reporting, including analytic commentary as well as the preparation of additional financial analysis for management.
O Leading financial statement reviews
O Review and preparation of monthly reconciliations between the balance sheet accounts.
O Responsible for the improvement of accounting processes and controls in a company that has a large volume of transactions.
O Responsible for certain month-end close activities. Ensure that deadlines are met. Also, look for ways to improve the process.
O Participating actively in cross-functional project launches, from scoping to testing and launch.
O Responsible for engaging actively with a variety Stakeholders in the business, including technology team members on business integration projects.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

O BA/BS is required
O ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or similar credentials
O Relevant accounting experience (public or industry accounting preferred)
O Exposure to operational accounting concepts for inventory, procurement payables receivables and revenue
O Demonstrated ability to participate in milestone-driven projects
O Strong desire to exceed expectations
Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
A solid organizational and project management skills as well as information technology ability

Ideal candidates are experienced and talented accountants or finance professionals who are passionate about reporting and accounting. They will also have knowledge of the details of a monthly close cycle, periodic reporting, and related analysis.

We are looking for a strong desire and ability to exceed expectations. Effective interpersonal skills include persuasive writing and oral communication. Solid organizational skills are required. Ability to manage and assess risk. Willingness to dig into the details while also understanding the bigger picture.

PREFERRED QALIFICATIONS

O I worked in a fast-paced company that was similar to a high tech start-up.
Strong interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal
O is naturally very organized
O Is a natural talent for information technology
O Outstanding analytical skills
O Exposure for researching accounting conclusions and supporting conclusions