Amazon

Senior Accountant, Content Accounting

Amazon$72K — $117K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of tax, finance, or analytical field experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related finance field
  • 3+ years of accounting experience in a dynamic company or public accounting
  • Experience in contract reviews for revenue and leases
  • Strong aptitude for mastering new systems and technologies
  • Proficient in Excel/Google Sheets and familiar with SQL
  • Excellent communication skills for distilling complex analyses

Responsibilities

  • Ensure completeness of contractual records and document accounting policy applications
  • Support month-end close with journal entries and reconciliations
  • Process payouts ensuring compliance and respond to inquiries
  • Utilize GenAI tools to optimize core accounting processes
  • Build relationships with cross-functional stakeholders
  • Drive process improvements and contribute to transformation projects
  • Handle ad-hoc requests and own projects from start to finish

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision & Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) with matching
  • Maternity & Parental Leave
  • Flexible PTO
  • Amazon Employee Discount
Full Job Description
If you are interested in this position, please apply on Twitch's Career site https://www.twitch.tv/jobs/en/

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Accountant eager to help us re-imagine how Content Accounting operates with the growing capabilities of AI. Your core work will have you involved at every step of the process from contract ideation through to final payout-providing support for negotiation, drafting technical accounting memos, preparing cost and payout calculations, executing month-end close activities, facilitating payment runs, and delivering reporting.

A successful candidate uses GenAI tools both reflexively and responsibly to enhance the group's daily productivity. You are passionate about accounting, thrive in the details, have an understanding of how data flows through systems, and have demonstrated the ability to break down ambiguous problems into concrete steps. You will play a key role in standardizing data and modifying processes, both inside and outside our team, to enable the introduction of GenAI to drive value.

This role reports to the Director of Content Accounting. You can work in San Francisco, CA; Los Angeles, CA; Irvine, CA; or Seattle, WA

You Will

- Ensure the completeness of contractual records, review contract terms and document the application of our accounting policies

- Support month-end close including preparing journal entries, reconciliations, and fluctuation narratives for content costs

- Ensure payouts are processed by obtaining payment support, ensuring tax compliance, responding to inquiries, and uploading to the accounting system

- Utilize state of the art GenAI tools to develop, operate and manage agentic workflows to optimize core processes

- Build relationships with cross-functional business and support stakeholders

- Drive process improvements within your scope and contribute to transformation projects

- Take on ad-hoc requests and own projects from start to finish on top of your core remit

- Responsibilities will evolve over time. We are a small team and business support rotates.

Perks

- Medical, Dental, Vision & Disability Insurance

- 401(k)

- Maternity & Parental Leave

- Flexible PTO

- Amazon Employee Discount

About the team

At Twitch, Content Accounting is responsible for managing the end to end financial and reporting obligations of negotiated agreements with content providers, influencers, production companies, and music rights holders. Our goal is to close our books in accordance with U.S. GAAP & internal accounting policy and meet our contractually obligated payout and reporting requirements. We support a diverse set of business stakeholders including content acquisition, music licensing, influencer marketing, and event production. We work closely with our legal, FP&A, tax and enterprise technology counterparts to accelerate Twitch's strategy.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

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

- Bachelor's degree with a major or emphasis in Accounting or a related finance field

- 3+ years of accounting experience at a quickly evolving company or public accounting firm

- Experience with contract reviews (revenue, leases, or other complex documents)

- Strong aptitude for quickly mastering new systems, tools, and emerging technologies

- Proficiency building in Excel / Google Sheets and familiarity with data tools such as SQL

- Ability to recognize and implement process improvements and build scalable solutions with GenAI in mind

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to distill complex analysis into actionable insights for stakeholders and leadership

- Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, with a track record of successful business partnership

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- CPA

- Experience with SAP, QuickSight, Mode Analytics, or other related ERP, BI, or data visualization tools.

- Hands on experience with emerging AI technologies (e.g., Claude Code, MCP and Agentic Workflows)

- Avid Twitch user as a creator or viewer and passionate about the creator economy.

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, CA, Culver City - 72,600.00 - 117,100.00 USD annually

About Amazon

Audible is a provider of spoken audio information and entertainment , on the Internet. They provide premium spoken audio content, such as audio versions of books and newspapers and radio programs, that is delivered over the Internet and played back on personal computers and hand-held electronic devices. The Audible service allows consumers to purchase and download their content from their Website, store it in digital files and play it back on personal computers and electronic devices. More than 15,000 hours of audio content are available on their Web site, including audio versions of books, periodicals and radio programs. Several manufacturers have agreed to support and promote the playback of their content on their hand-held audio-enabled electronic devices.

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.
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