Accounting Manager, AWS Revenue Accounting

Description Amazon has a history and tradition of leading the world in web-related technologies and services. One of those products is Amazon Web Services (AWS). Since early 2006, AWS has provided companies of all sizes with an infrastructure platform in the cloud. AWS needs individuals that bring the accounting experience AND the entrepreneurial aptitude to accelerate decision making and management of the business and accounting. Also needed is the intellectual capacity to produce innovative ideas/analysis and the willingness to do the heavy lifting to implement those decisions. On the AWS Revenue Accounting team, you will be surrounded by people that are exceptionally talented, bright, and driven, and believe that world class support is critical to customer and AWS success. To support this quickly growing business, you must be highly analytical and possess a strong passion for analytics and accountability, setting high standards, and razor-sharp accuracy. We take working hard, having fun, and making history seriously: you should too! When working on AWS Revenue Accounting, 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. You will support the accounting and reporting for AWS's revenue streams, including billing, accounts receivable, deferred revenue, bad debt, and write-off processes. Key job responsibilities - Supporting various aspects of our accounting and reporting process for AWS revenue, including billing, AR, aging, deferred revenue, bad debt, and write-offs. - End-to-end process ownership to support finance and business partners. - Lead delivery of accounting tasks and projects. - Execute judgments to keep business and accounting projects moving and ensure the right decisions are reached to close the books each month. - Understand internal control design concepts sufficient to assess the effectiveness of controls in their area and to design new processes and controls for emerging and growing business activities. - Escalating risks and issues as necessary to leadership. - Strong sense of ownership. - Ability to identify process improvement and automation opportunities to drive positive change across the organization. - Enhance partnerships between accounting and business, finance, tax, and IT groups. - Research, conclude and memorialize technical accounting position papers. Basic Qualifications - 5+ years of finance or a related analytical field experience - Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field 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. 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 - 95,400.00 - 163,200.00 USD annually USA, MA, Boston - 95,400.00 - 163,200.00 USD annually USA, OR, Portland - 95,400.00 - 163,200.00 USD annually USA, TN, Nashville - 85,900.00 - 146,900.00 USD annually USA, TX, Austin - 95,400.00 - 163,200.00 USD annually USA, VA, Arlington - 95,400.00 - 163,200.00 USD annually USA, WA, Seattle - 95,400.00 - 163,200.00 USD annually