With over 200 million members across more than 26 countries, Amazon Prime is one of the world's largest subscription businesses. The Prime Accounting team supports Amazon’s Prime subscription businesses, and is responsible for the revenue generated through direct-to-consumer and B2B sales channels.

This position requires a self-starter who will be responsible for supporting new geography expansions, tech debt resolution, in addition to supporting various aspects of our monthly accounting and reporting process. 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.

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).

• Key job responsibilities
• Responsible for the monthly accounting close including preparing journal entries, analyzing and explaining fluctuations and variances, and providing meaningful financial reporting to management.
• Prepare and review account reconciliations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional business partners including Finance, Operations, Tax, and Technology teams to maintain flow of communication and support.
• Understand relevant accounting principles and communicate the application of GAAP to peers and business partners.
• Analyze current procedures. Recommend, develop, and drive process improvements to achieve efficiency and scalability.
• Collaborate with technical teams to resolve issues related to unprocessed system transactions.
• Support external audit process and escalates any inefficiency to management
• Assess internal controls, identify gaps in the control process, and design additional controls to solve deficiencies.
• Contribute to manual effort reduction projects.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field
• 3+ years of Fortune 500 operational accounting experience
• CA or CPA or equivalent qualification
• Understanding of ASC 606 Revenue Recognition Standard
• Experience with data mining tools SQL, Alteryx
• The candidate must possess strong written and verbal communication skills, solid organizational and risk assessment abilities, and an aptitude for utilizing AI

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of Fortune 500 operational accounting experience

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.

USA, CA, Culver City - 72,600.00 - 117,100.00 USD annually
USA, MA, Boston - 66,900.00 - 117,100.00 USD annually
USA, VA, Arlington - 66,900.00 - 117,100.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Seattle - 82,700.00 - 117,100.00 USD annually