Senior Financial Analyst, Inbound Finance Insights, Analytics and Automation

Finance is all about the numbers…unless you work at Amazon Inbound Finance; it’s knowing the numbers and so much more. Enthusiasm and energy help us deliver new ideas, and solutions. Do you view problems as treasures, and are you willing to dive deep to develop those solutions and deliver results? Will you seek to challenge the status quo, and accept that your ideas and mechanisms may be tested daily? At Amazon, we move with purpose and speed, and this requires we work with a dynamic network of Operations, Product, Tech and Procurement partners. We help others understand finance and are *the* trusted business advisors by employing every facet of data and communication to ensure our partners and our leaders have the most up to date and reliable information to help them make the best possible decision.This is a perfect position for finance experts with highly advanced data skills and to data experts with strong abilities and interest in Finance. Your experience has taught you how to efficiently use large datasets to drive advanced analysis, automation and metrics that support business objectives.Key job responsibilities- Serve as an expert in Finance and Data bridging gaps of knowledge between finance and data teams. Be able to expand knowledge to understand key drivers of Amazon logistics as well as the related finance, accounting and controllership systems and data.- Expertise collecting, analyzing and managing quantitative data and creating meaningful metrics and tools to drive business improvement and cost reductions- Write systems queries to gather finance data and perform data-mining and analysis using tools including MS Excel, SQL (required) and Python.- Root cause analysis and uncovering core issues using data, then assisting Ops team improve its competitive position and profitability.- Enable IB finance stakeholders to navigate data driven solutions and datasets to ensure they can effectively self-service their needs. - Work with data source providers and tech teams to ensure that key decision data is accurate, automated and timely- Proven ability to manage competing priorities & providing level-headed guidance during unexpected events- Strong organizational skills, clear communication, and the ability to manage multiple documents while coordinating inputs from several stakeholders.- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, economics, or a related analytical field (e.g., engineering, math, computer science)- 3+ years of finance or a related analytical field experience- MBA, or CPA- 3+ years of participating in continuous improvement projects in your team to scale and improve controllership with measurable results experience- Experience working with large-scale data mining and reporting tools (examples: SQL, MS Access, Essbase, Cognos) and other financial systems (examples: Oracle, SAP, Lawson, JD Edwards)Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.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, VA, Arlington - 66,900.00 - 117,100.00 USD annuallyUSA, WA, Bellevue - 82,700.00 - 117,100.00 USD annually