Amazon

Finance Manager, Business Strategy and Concepts

Amazon • $95K — $163K *
Bellevue, WA 98006In-Person
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, economics, or related field
  • 5+ years of tax, finance or similar analytical experience
  • 5+ years of analyzing financial data to support business strategy
  • 5+ years managing cross-functional initiatives for financial performance
  • 6+ years identifying data discrepancies and creating solutions (preferred)
  • 6+ years delivering impactful financial models and analysis (preferred)
  • MBA or CPA preferred; SQL/ETL knowledge is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary finance contact for ACES Finance in FTR portfolio matters
  • Align FTR and ACES Finance on savings methodology and reporting standards
  • Proactively resolve financial system discrepancies between FTR and ACES
  • Validate projected savings against actual savings post-deployment
  • Quantify financial impacts of deployment delays and escalations
  • Define metrics comparing performance across FTR and ACES portfolios
  • Support financial data reporting for FTR | ACES WBR with variance analysis

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
  • 401(k) matching program
  • Paid time off including parental leave
  • Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement coverage
  • Employee assistance programs and mental health support
  • Flexible spending accounts for health expenses
Full Job Description
The Business Strategy & Concepts (BSC) Finance team supports Fulfillment Technologies & Robotics (FTR) leadership to shape Amazon's future automation and technology roadmap. We provide the financial insights, portfolio governance, and strategic planning mechanisms that enable leadership to make informed investment decisions and align resources against Amazon's long-term operational objectives.

This role serves as a key member of the BSC Finance team, owning financial planning, portfolio analytics, and executive reporting across FTR's innovation and emerging technology investments. The position partners closely with business, product, and finance leaders to evaluate investment opportunities, monitor performance against strategic objectives, and deliver insights that influence multi-year planning and resource allocation decisions.

Key job responsibilities

ACES Finance Interface & Portfolio Accountability

- Serve as the single-threaded FTR finance point of contact for ACES Finance on all NACF portfolio matters, owning the relationship, cadence, and communication

- Drive alignment between FTR and ACES Finance on savings methodology, reporting standards, and financial validation of automation programs

- Resolve discrepancies between FTR and ACES financial systems proactively to ensure both teams operate from a single source of truth

- Validate projected savings at concept stage against actual realized savings post-deployment, closing the loop with ACES Finance

- Quantify the financial impact of deployment delays and stalled automation, providing data-backed escalations

- Define and maintain input metrics comparing FTR vs. ACES performance across the portfolio

- Support the FTR | ACES WBR with financial data, variance analysis, and portfolio health reporting

Build vs. Buy & Acquisition Analysis (FTR-Wide)

- Support sensitivity analyses for acquisition scenarios, identifying break-even thresholds, success scenarios, and walk-away points

- Develop custom financial models comparing internal development costs against acquisition and licensing alternatives where no historical Amazon benchmarks exist

- Evaluate total cost of ownership, time-to-value, scalability, and integration complexity across all five FTR business units (AFT, AR, OTS, WWDE, OMHS)

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, economics, or a related analytical field (e.g., engineering, math, computer science)

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

- 5+ years of dissecting financial data and identifying patterns that support business strategy experience

- 5+ years of leading cross-functional initiatives that drive financial performance and strategy 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 SQL/ETL

- 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

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, MA, Westboro - 95,400.00 - 163,200.00 USD annually

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USA, WA, Bellevue - 95,400.00 - 163,200.00 USD annually

USA, WA, Seattle - 95,400.00 - 163,200.00 USD annually

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Amazon Careers

Joining Amazon presents an unparalleled opportunity to become part of a vibrant team pushing the boundaries of innovation and growth in the global marketplace. As a leader in e-commerce, technology, and logistics, Amazon offers a variety of job opportunities that cater to a range of skills and professional interests. Work You’ll Do At Amazon, every day is an opportunity to collaborate with the brightest minds in technology and business to redefine what’s possible. Whether you’re interested in software development, marketing, human resources, or customer service, Amazon has a position waiting for you. Transform the way the world shops and innovates with our diverse and inclusive team. Amazon is not just a company; it’s a community where you can drive real change and contribute to projects impacting millions globally. Lead with Innovation and Leadership Amazon is the perfect place to enhance your leadership and innovation skills. Our culture encourages pushing the envelope and imagining the unimaginable. Here, you will lead projects that challenge the status quo and define new industry standards. Work with a team that values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment. Our leadership is focused on harnessing the collective power of unique perspectives to foster growth and innovation. Explore Amazon’s Employment Benefits Amazon’s commitment to its employees extends beyond just career growth. We offer competitive benefits, including health care, parental leave, and diversity training, ensuring that our team not only excels professionally but also enjoys well-being and security. Internship and Networking Opportunities Start your career with an Amazon internship and gain hands-on experience that matters. Our internships provide a gateway to full-time employment and an opportunity to network with professionals across various sectors of the company. Future-Proof Your Career With Amazon, your career path is filled with numerous opportunities for advancement. Our learning and development programs are designed to nurture your professional growth and keep you at the forefront of industry trends. Stay Connected Join Our Team Discover the job opportunities at Amazon that match your skills and interests. We are constantly on the lookout for passionate, curious, and innovative team players ready to make a difference. Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, the latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Explore the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at Amazon. Amazon is more than just a company—it’s a platform for building a promising future. Whether you’re starting or looking to advance your career, Amazon offers the resources, support, and network you need to succeed. Join us, and be a part of our continuing mission to be Earth's most customer-centric company.
Learn more about Amazon
Size
1,608 employees
Market Cap
$832.6 billion
Industry
Retail & Consumer Goods
Net Income
$21.3 billion
Founded
1994
5 Year Trend
+28.1%
Revenue
$386 billion
NASDAQ
AMZN
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