Risk Management Coordinator - DE

Amazon Inc.

Austin (TX)

On-site

USD 95,000 - 163,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Amazon.com Services LLC in Austin, Texas seeks an Accounting Manager for the Kindle Books Self-Publishing operation. You will oversee end-to-end accounting and financial reporting, design internal controls, and drive process improvements in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

The role requires 5+ years in finance, a bachelor’s in accounting, and strong knowledge of GAAP and related frameworks. The team handles diverse accounting tasks across devices, digital content, and services.

Qualifications

5+ years of finance or a related analytical field experience.
Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
Knowledge of one or multiple accounting frameworks (US GAAP, IFRS, or local GAAP).

Responsibilities

Supporting accounting and reporting processes end-to-end.
Owning process support for finance and business partners.
Assessing and designing internal controls for existing and emerging business activities.
Executing judgment to close the books each month and escalating risks.
Identifying process improvement and automation opportunities.
Leading delivery of accounting tasks and projects.
Enhancing partnerships between Accounting and business/ IT groups.
Researching and memorializing technical accounting position papers.

Skills

Financial analysis

Accounting knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

GAAP research tools

FASB codification

Job description

Description

At Amazon, innovation drives growth and enables us to offer our customers more types of products conveniently and at even lower prices. Amazon Kindle is a revolutionary device and one of the most innovative businesses at Amazon. We envision wireless electronic reading experiences that embrace a physical book's simplicity and utility but take advantage of our store platform and the Kindle's ubiquitous wireless connectivity. Our vision for Kindle is to offer every book, ever written, in any language, all available within 60 seconds.

The Amazon Kindle team is seeking an Accounting Manager for our Kindle Books Self-Publishing Operation. This is an exciting opportunity to work on highly visible projects and be part of history in the making!

The Accounting Manager Will

Evaluate content appropriateness compliance for books submitted through Amazon.com’ Kindle Direct Publishing.
Effectively prioritize work time to ensure productivity and fulfill team standards for time spent in order to consistently achieve service levels.
Identify opportunities to eliminate process redundancy.
Leverage technology and innovation to bring continuous improvement to the operational processes.
Work effectively in a cross-functional environment.
Candidates will be responsible for ensuring program compliance by conducting research to minimize risk to the Kindle Store.

Key job responsibilities

Supporting accounting and reporting processes end-to-end

Owning process support for finance and business partners
Assessing and designing internal controls for existing and emerging business activities
Executing judgment to close the books each month and escalating risks to leadership
Identifying process improvement and automation opportunities
Leading delivery of accounting tasks and projects
Enhancing partnerships between Accounting and business/IT groups
Researching and memorializing technical accounting position papers

About The Team

Amazon Devices and Services Accounting supports one of Amazon's most dynamic business segments — spanning hardware manufacturing, digital content, subscription services, and emerging technologies (Echo, Fire TV, Kindle, Ring, and more)

Basic Qualifications

5+ years of finance or a related analytical field experience
Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field
Knowledge of one or multiple accounting frameworks (including US GAAP, IFRS, or local GAAP frameworks), with the ability to apply them in day-to-day financial activities

Preferred Qualifications

CPA
Knowledge of internal control framework (specifically COSO) to assess control design and operational efficiency
Knowledge of GAAP research tools and the FASB codification
Experience in accounting management in Big Four with Fortune 500 clients
Experience researching and documenting support for accounting conclusions

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

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.

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.

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.