Finance Manager, Pxt Finance

Description

Finance is all about the numbers…unless you work at Amazon; it's knowing the numbers, writing documents 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, HR, Tech and Retail partners.
Our Finance Managers work with multiple sites, they help others understand financial decisions and are the trusted business advisor.
They employ 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.
Come teach us a few things, and we'll teach you a few things as we navigate the most customer-centric company on Earth.
The Finance Manager for the People Experience & Technology (PXT) Finance Compensation will provide financial insights and business partnership to Amazon's Worldwide PXT Compensation and related technical support teams.
This highly visible finance role will provide reliable data and analysis to help with decision making and planning, as well as become a trusted business advisor to the leaders of our PXT organization.
The ideal candidate is a quick learner and comfortable with ambiguity.
S/he possesses a keen attention to detail, has a passion for analytics, problem-solving and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment.
The role entails interaction with PXT leadership, Finance leadership, Accounting and Payroll teams and requires a balance of strong verbal and written communication, partnership skills, and delivering results.
This is a perfect position for someone who knows how to manage fast and smart and deals well with ambiguity.
You will also provide the business with big leadership bringing a deep knowledge and a proven record of accomplishment.
You already know how to make sense between which details that make all the difference, and those that don't add value.
Position Responsibilities:

Conduct financial analysis and strategic planning in support of business groups.
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Partner with vice president and/or director and category/business leaders in setting profitability, business expansion, and product selection goals.
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Work directly for business leaders and cross-functional teams to present results of ad hoc business and statistical analysis and recommendations to senior management for optimal decision making.
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Develop and automate reporting of key performance metrics and analysis to achieve business goals.
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Perform business and financial forecasting and spreadsheet modeling by writing complex SQL queries to gather the financial and operational data needed for the analysis and using advanced excel spreadsheet modeling techniques.
6. Review and measure financial and operational performance on a weekly basis with business team and report to senior management using financial and operational metrics, including performing ad-hoc audits of the financial metrics used for data accuracy.
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Work on monthly close process working closely with accounting to ensure the validity of the financials and report results to senior management.
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Oversee and review bi-yearly operational planning activities for detailed business level budgeting and forecasting, and create detailed financials plans.
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Update the detailed financial plans on a regular basis.
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Work with business teams to create daily forecasts based on the previously created monthly forecasts.
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Define reporting methodologies.
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Create new reporting, maintain and run reports using tools such as Excel, Essbase, Cognos, and SQL.
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Conduct financial, statistical and business analyses, business and financial forecasting, and financial spreadsheet modeling, using a broad range of tools and technologies.
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Track down and identify sources of data, determine the validity of the data, and analyze the variance in the data between various systems and reports.
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Partial telecommuting permitted; employees will be required to report to office multiple days per week.
Key job responsibilities

• Providing business partner finance support to the leaders of PXT Compensation teams related to compensation modeling, planning, analysis, metrics, and reporting

• Diving deep into the financial data and becoming a subject matter expert to provide additional insights

• Partnering directly with the Finance Org's and central FP&A groups to collaborate on metrics, goals, variance analysis and business reviews;

• Building and fostering effective relationships and networks with the PXT and Finance organizations

• Proven ability to manage a team with competing priorities & provide level-headed guidance during unexpected events

• Partner with PXT compensation team to develop financial models that quantify the cost impact of proposed compensation changes

• Provide financial insights to senior operations and finance leadership for the hourly field workforce

• Liaise between PXT compensation and local business finance teams to align on budget and forecast of people cost

• Provide ad hoc support to executive leadership and business finance teams across Amazon for inquiries around cost per head

• Develop and streamline processes around finance approvals for on- and off-cycle compensation changes

• Collaborate cross-functionally with tech teams in finance and compensation to develop automated solutions for recurring analysis and data access

A day in the life

• Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment.
• The ability to translate large amounts of data into useful information and actionable conclusions.
• Strong written and oral communication skills combined with the ability to meet tight deadlines and prioritize workloads.
• Recommend, develop, and implement policies and programs that guide the organization in maintaining and improving its competitive position and profitability

• An understanding of finance issues in an operational environment of rapid growth.
• Solid business judgment and controllership focus.
• Strong PC modeling skills, including excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Access, Python and SQL.
About the team

PXT Finance Tenets:

Our priority is Amazon's long-term financial health by guiding our business partners through difficult tradeoff decisions in the short-term, thus allowing all Amazonians to thrive.
We consistently develop new mechanisms and leverage current systems to provide accurate, forward-looking financial data, which drives meaningful business insights.
We are builders that use science and technology to innovate at scale, as we strive to be the most innovative Finance team.
We strive to be the source of truth by leveraging our expertise and experience; we apply analytical rigor, process improvement, and standardization to make impactful high judgement, high velocity decisions.
We are determined to make PXT-Finance a destination.
We commit to providing a culture where meaningful work, development of key skills, and career progression are pinnacles of success.
Basic Qualifications

5+ years of tax, finance or a related analytical field experience

5+ years of multiple finance and accounting roles experience

Bachelor's degree in engineering, statistics or business, or Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of quantitative role (engineering, process re-engineering, quality assurance) experience

Preferred Qualifications

6+ years of identifying incomplete or inaccurate data, identifying the root cause and creating/implementing an escalation plan experience

6+ years of solving complex business challenges by delivering accurate and timely financial models, analysis, and recommendations that have a proven impact on business (e.g., financial savings, operational improvements, or customer benefits) experience

MBA, or CPA

Knowledge of Python Pandas and time-series forecasting packages

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)

Experience delivering forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis, and data interpretation of results

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets.
The base pay for this position ranges from $85,900/year in our lowest geographic market up to $179,500/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 https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits.
This position will remain posted until filled.
Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.