Amazon's Senior Financial Analyst roles encompass a range of responsibilities within Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), focusing on driving business insights, forecasting, and reporting across various teams. Here's an overview of the typical job description for this position:
🔍 Key Responsibilities
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Financial Planning & Analysis: Develop and manage financial models, forecasts, and budgets to support business objectives.
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Reporting & Metrics: Create and maintain financial and operational reports, providing insights to influence decision-making.
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Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with various teams, including operations, marketing, and leadership, to align financial strategies with business goals.
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Process Improvement: Identify and implement opportunities to automate and streamline financial processes.
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Controllership & Compliance: Ensure adherence to financial controls and accounting standards.
📊 Required Qualifications
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Experience: Typically, 3–5+ years in finance, accounting, or a related analytical field.
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Education: Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field.
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Technical Skills: Proficiency in financial modeling, Excel, and familiarity with data analysis tools (e.g., SQL, Power BI, QuickSight).
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Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information clearly.
🌟 Preferred Qualifications
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Advanced Degrees: MBA or CPA.
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Industry Experience: Experience in large-scale data processing and reporting tools, and financial systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP).
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Leadership: Proven ability to lead projects and influence business decisions.
These roles are integral to Amazon's operations, providing critical financial insights that drive strategic decisions across various business units. If you're interested in specific teams or locations, feel free to ask for more detailed information.
