Finance Transformation Manager, PMO, Accounting Transformation Group
Amazon is hiring a Finance Transformation Manager, PMO, Accounting Transformation Group in Seattle, United States. It pays $95k-$163k a year and Level rates it ; you can apply on Amazon.
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- Level rates this accountant role Little AI ●○○○: aI is not part of the work.
- Tools and skills the posting cites include Financial Systems, financial accounting and program management.
- Level classifies it as a mid-level role.
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Drive finance transformation and accounting automation initiatives to reduce manual work and enhance financial controllership.
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 has an immediate opening for a Finance Transformation Analyst to join the Accounting Automation Services (AATS) team under the Accounting Transformation Group (ATG). This position supports and drives the automation initiatives across the WW Accounting organization to reduce manual work and increase financial Controllership . Successful candidates will have operate successfully in a fast-paced, global, results-oriented environment. Strong oral and written communication skills are crucial, as well as ability to think strategically, analyze quantitatively, problem-solve, scope business requirements and prioritize. Successful candidates will have deep experience in the following three disciplines – Accounting/Finance, Program Management, and Finance Systems.
• In this role you will be part of a team that collaborates with Accounting and technical teams to deliver world class solutions that are highly scalable, secure, and flexible.
• You will be responsible for financial processes, project management, accounting requirements documentation, process design, and user acceptance testing.
• This role will work closely with accounting, finance, FinTech and tax teams.
Key job responsibilities
•Own and Manage: You’ll own and manage lifecycle activities from beginning to end (planning & strategy, requirements gathering, technology team partnerships, UAT planning and performance, project closing, and stakeholder engagement) for multiple projects simultaneously.
• Define requirements, prioritize and work with partner teams to design, implement and launch scalable solutions.
• Design processes and procedures that scale with the business’ growth in volume, complexity, and global geographic dispersion.
• Communicate new/updated programs and processes to leaders, employees, and cross functional organizations.
• Collaborate and build relationships with system and business owners globally to ensure process excellence and the highest degree of controllership.
• Negotiate efficient and reliable processes and policies across partner teams to systematically eliminate dependencies and defects.
• Work cross-organizationally and functionally to identify key opportunities in process, technical, and human interfaces and developing and implementing plans to capitalize on those opportunities and measure and monitor success and impacts.
About the team
Accounting Automation Services (AATS) manages a suite of 20 internal tools dedicated to streamlining Journal entries, Financial Metadata, and Reporting . Our team strives to leverage automation to minimize manual tasks across the accounting organization, thereby enhancing financial controllership. AATS serves as a crucial link between Worldwide Accounting teams and internal technology groups to realize ambitious goals.
Our scope encompasses all Amazon businesses across global geographies. The Finance Transformation Manager will take ownership of one or more tools, collaborating closely with technology teams to support and empower Worldwide Accounting teams in their day-to-day operations.
Basic qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or related field
- 5+ years of finance, accounting, or related analytical field experience
Preferred qualifications
- MBA
- PMP certificate
- Experience supporting accounting/finance customers to set and effectively manage expectations, project deliverables, and drive resolution when conflicts or issues arise
- Experience leading cross-functional projects and implementing strategic initiatives
- Master's degree in finance, accounting or related field or CPA
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.
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.
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Finance Transformation Manager, PMO, Accounting Transformation Group at Amazon rates 0 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.
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