CA/CPA/CWA vacancy in Amazon

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The Amazon has invited applications for the post of Staff Accountant.

The successful candidate will be strategic, analytical, and have a demonstrated ability to manage the financial responsibilities of a high-growth business. The successful candidate will be comfortable working in cross-functional teams and demonstrate strong leadership skills.

Responsibilities:

  • Perform/Support the month end activities which include closing of sub ledgers, general ledger account reconciliations, reporting and balance sheet account analysis and deliver the accurate financial statements as a part of the month end close process.
  • Prepare month end Flux analysis for all P&L and Balance sheet accounts and share with controllership team along with the analysis on the reasons for the changes.
  • Demonstrate a proficient level of professional skill and knowledge in accounting and apply this in-depth knowledge, principles and systems design to recognize complex and unique issues and develop resolution and/or consistently consult with leadership in order to achieve resolution.
  • Ensure appropriate financial policies, procedures and internal controls are in place, documented and also drive process improvements.
  • Responsible for Preparing and Reviewing the Balance sheet schedules for the controllership review and highlighting and taking necessary action upon the issues appropriately.
  • Manage financial close review with controllership team including month end close call, finalization of P&L accounts and Balance Sheet, Trial balance.
  • Interact and working closely with the Internal and External auditors on audit related queries and ensure smooth completion of the audits.
  • Responsible for SOX/ICFR compliance, internal control and get the alignment of improvements/changes from leadership/Controllership team.
  • Perform and support new business/system launches including UAT of the accounting entries and financial reporting.
  • Support/Perform Indirect tax (GST) accounting and reconciliations.
  • Works with other engagements on initiatives pertaining to Record to Report and controllership function.
  • Identify problems and changing requirements regarding management needs, auditing and other financial reporting requirement, accounting systems along with responsible for modifications.
  • Actively participate and support Backup planning and cross training.
  • Actively participate in strategic initiatives and special projects when assigned or required and lead cross functional systems and process improvement initiatives

Qualifications:

  • CA, CPA or CWA, with 3+ or more years of post-qualification experience in Month end closing of Books of accounts / working on various Sub-ledgers / Accounting knowledge / Balance sheet Reconciliation & Reporting activities.
  • Strong accounting skills.
  • Fluency in Microsoft Excel is a must.
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
  • Strong customer focus – both Internal / External.
  • A work ethic based on a strong desire to exceed expectations.
  • Strong interpersonal skills — including written and oral communication skills.
  • Expertise in Six Sigma defect reduction techniques (DMAIC, etc.) (Preferred)
  • Retail industry experience (Preferred).
  • Experience using Oracle Financial Applications/SQL (Preferred).
  • Proven ability to develop new ideas and creative solutions.
  • Proven ability to meet tight deadlines, coordinate and prioritize workload.
  • Proven ability to work successfully in an ambiguous environment.

Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka.

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