Senior Financial Analyst, Accounting

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Shape Amazon's Financial Future in Munich

Amazon Munich is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to join our dynamic accounting team, combining operational excellence with innovative thinking. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of finance and technology, where your analytical skills and fresh perspectives will drive meaningful improvements.

As a Senior Financial Analyst, you'll play a key role in maintaining financial accuracy while identifying and implementing process improvements. Your work will directly impact our financial operations, and you'll have the opportunity to explore and develop AI-driven solutions that enhance our accounting processes.

In this role, you'll manage essential operational accounting tasks, including month-end and quarter-end closes, while actively contributing to process optimization projects. You'll work with international teams to ensure smooth financial operations and collaborate on implementing innovative solutions. We're particularly excited about integrating AI technologies into our accounting processes, and you'll have the opportunity to contribute ideas and help develop these initiatives.

We're looking for someone who combines solid accounting knowledge with a curiosity for technology and innovation. You should be comfortable with operational accounting tasks while maintaining an eye for process improvements. A technical mindset and interest in AI applications in finance is highly valuable, as you'll be involved in developing and implementing automated solutions. Your ability to balance day-to-day accounting responsibilities with forward-thinking improvements will be key to success in this role.

Join our Munich team and you'll have the opportunity to develop both your accounting expertise and technical skills while working with talented professionals across the globe. We offer a collaborative environment where new ideas are welcomed and innovation is encouraged.

Key job responsibilities
Drive and participate in national and international accounting projects

Worldwide business partnering within the Amazon group, liaising with Tax and Legal departments

Responsibility for month-end, quarter-end and year-end closing of financial books.

Assessment and evaluation of GAAP to GAAP differences

Drive improvements in accounting processes, internal workflows and the implementation of best practices

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field
- Strong knowledge in US-GAAP or IFRS and any other local GAAP
- Demonstrated professional experience in accounting, preferably gained within a Big Four accounting audit firm and / or a multinational organization
- Excellent communication skills with fluent English
- Proficient Microsoft Excel User