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Senior Accountant, Zappos, Senior Accountant, Zappos
Amazon Jobs, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
Job summary
Amazon is a pioneering, dynamic, and energetic company that thrives on unique and peculiar ways. We take pride in our single-minded obsession over customer satisfaction and our ability to maintain a curious and vibrant culture no matter how large the company grows. We endeavor to build our legacy as Earth’s most customer-centric company and to continue to cultivate and nourish our innovative environment through our mission to hire the best. 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). Amazon’s accounting group offers opportunities at the Senior Accountant level in Legal Entity & Intercompany, Accounting Policy & Reporting, Operations and Capital, Transportation, Payments & Merchant Services, Retail Operations, Digital, and AWS Accounting.
Responsibilities
Supporting various aspects of our accounting and reporting process.
Understanding accounting and financial principles and how to apply them.
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.
Execute judgments to keep projects moving and ensure the right decisions are reached to close the books each month.
Strong sense of ownership.
Analysis of complex processes and systems data.
Basic qualifications
3+ years of experience in finance or a related analytical field.
Degree in accounting or related field
Preferred qualifications
CPA (or equivalent)
Accounting management experience with Big Four (public) with Fortune 500 clients
Operational accounting experience with one or more Fortune 500 companies for two or more years
Working knowledge of the COSO internal control framework and a solid understanding of the concepts of control design and operational efficiency
Familiarity with GAAP research tools and the FASB codification
Experience working with a fast-paced, high-tech start-up or complex company
Experience with researching and documenting support for accounting conclusions
Demonstrated history of solving multiple complex operational and accounting challenges
Aptitude for team leadership—influencing and galvanizing others to follow you toward a solution
Natural propensity for organization and an aptitude for information technology
Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
Excellent analytical skills- 3+ years of finance or a related analytical field experience
Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field
2+ years of Fortune 500 operational accounting experience
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
Equal opportunity and accommodations 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 the accommodations information page for more details. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Compensation and posting Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $60,200/year in our lowest geographic market up to $128,800/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit the compensation information page. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
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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’s accounting group offers opportunities at the Senior Accountant level in Legal Entity & Intercompany, Accounting Policy & Reporting, Operations and Capital, Transportation, Payments & Merchant Services, Retail Operations, Digital, and AWS Accounting.
Responsibilities
Supporting various aspects of our accounting and reporting process.
Understanding accounting and financial principles and how to apply them.
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.
Execute judgments to keep projects moving and ensure the right decisions are reached to close the books each month.
Strong sense of ownership.
Analysis of complex processes and systems data.
Basic qualifications
3+ years of experience in finance or a related analytical field.
Degree in accounting or related field
Preferred qualifications
CPA (or equivalent)
Accounting management experience with Big Four (public) with Fortune 500 clients
Operational accounting experience with one or more Fortune 500 companies for two or more years
Working knowledge of the COSO internal control framework and a solid understanding of the concepts of control design and operational efficiency
Familiarity with GAAP research tools and the FASB codification
Experience working with a fast-paced, high-tech start-up or complex company
Experience with researching and documenting support for accounting conclusions
Demonstrated history of solving multiple complex operational and accounting challenges
Aptitude for team leadership—influencing and galvanizing others to follow you toward a solution
Natural propensity for organization and an aptitude for information technology
Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
Excellent analytical skills- 3+ years of finance or a related analytical field experience
Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field
2+ years of Fortune 500 operational accounting experience
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
Equal opportunity and accommodations 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 the accommodations information page for more details. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Compensation and posting Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $60,200/year in our lowest geographic market up to $128,800/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit the compensation information page. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
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