Amazon

Senior Financial Analyst, AWS Containers and Serverless Finance

Amazon$82K — $117K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience in tax, finance, or a related analytical field
  • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, economics, or a related analytical field
  • Experience in cross-functional initiatives that drive financial performance and strategy
  • Proven ability to analyze financial data and identify strategic patterns
  • Preferred qualifications include 4+ years of continuous improvement project experience and an MBA or CPA

Responsibilities

  • Analyze complex datasets to identify optimization opportunities for internal capacity resources
  • Develop and maintain financial models and reports to support senior leadership's decision-making
  • Implement process improvements that enhance efficiency and accuracy in financial reporting
  • Translate complex data analysis into actionable recommendations for business leaders
  • Create and maintain financial tools and documentation to promote knowledge sharing across the organization

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage
Full Job Description
Join our team as a Senior Financial Analyst at AWS where you'll drive business impact by diving deep into data to identify opportunities for optimizing internal usage of precious capacity resources. You'll partner with business leaders to uncover insights that change the trajectory of AWS through process simplification and efficiency identification. In this role, you'll analyze complex datasets, deliver actionable recommendations, and implement mechanisms that enable the business to make data-driven decisions with immediate impact.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a broad impact in a fast-paced environment where your analytical insights directly influence business outcomes. The ideal candidate thrives on transforming complex data into clear business insights and has a passion for process improvement and optimization.

Key job responsibilities

- Dive deep into data across AWS to identify opportunities for optimizing internal usage of capacity resources, providing actionable insights that directly impact business performance

- Develop and maintain financial models and reporting that incorporate value and investment levers, supporting senior leadership in making informed decisions

- Proactively identify process improvement opportunities, implementing solutions that enhance efficiency and accuracy in financial reporting

- Partner with business leaders to translate complex data analysis into clear, actionable recommendations that drive measurable business outcomes

- Build and maintain financial tools, standard operating procedures, and process documentation to facilitate knowledge sharing and scale benefits across the organization

A day in the life

Your typical day involves diving deep into complex datasets to uncover insights about Containers and Serverless Finance. You'll collaborate with business leaders to identify efficiency opportunities, analyzing trends and developing recommendations to optimize resource allocation. You'll participate in cross-functional meetings to present your findings, work on building or enhancing financial models, and partner with stakeholders to implement solutions that drive immediate business impact.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

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

- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, economics, or a related analytical field (e.g., engineering, math, computer science), or Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of quantitative role (engineering, process re-engineering, quality assurance) experience

- 3+ years of contributing to cross-functional initiatives that drive financial performance and strategy experience

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

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- 4+ years of participating in continuous improvement projects in your team to scale and improve controllership with measurable results experience

- MBA, or CPA

- Knowledge of Tableau

- 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)

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, WA, Seattle - 82,700.00 - 117,100.00 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.
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