Amazon is a pioneering, dynamic, and energetic company that thrives on unique and peculiar ways. We take pride in our single-minded obsession over customer satisfaction and our ability to maintain a curious and vibrant culture no matter how large the company grows. We endeavor to build our legacy as Earths most customer-centric company and to continue to cultivate and nourish our innovative environment through our mission to hire the best. If you are a financial accounting professional who consistently exceeds expectations, who dares to make bold decisions, and whose ears perk up at the prospect of a challenge, then Amazon is a place where your career can flourish. When working at Amazon, your ability to make a difference and take ownership of your career begins on day one. You can expect a collaborative, team-driven environment that encourages employees to learn, be curious, and have a bias for action. Part of this propensity for continuous learning shows itself in Amazons strong encouragement of movement and growth within the Accounting department and within the company as a whole. We aim to hire and develop those who will raise the bar over the course of their career at Amazon (and not just in their first position). Key job responsibilities. The Accounting Manager will primarily be responsible for monthly Chart of Account review and approvals managing Amazon's Corporate Allocations impacting external reporting (10-Q, 10-K, 8-K) and internal management reporting. They will also assist with quarterly SEC deliverable preparation and review. This role will require significant collaboration with internal stakeholders within and outside of the accounting organization, including Finance, Tax and Statutory Accounting teams. The Accounting Manager is expected to identify and implement process improvement and automation opportunities, and to drive impactful global projects. Financial reporting research and position paper writing are required. About the team. The Corporate Reporting - Close Management team leads the worldwide accounting month-end and quarter-end close process by establishing close calendars and coordinating with Accounting, Tax teams to ensure books are closed on time for external (10-Q, 10-K, 8-K) and internal management reporting. In addition to owning Amazons Chart of Accounts and corresponding policy, as well as Amazon's Corporate Allocations. Basic Qualifications- 5 years of finance or a related analytical field experience- Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field. Preferred Qualifications- CPA- Knowledge of internal control framework (specifically COSO) to assess control design and operational efficiency- Knowledge of GAAP research tools and the FASB codification- Experience in accounting management in Big Four with Fortune 500 clients- Experience researching and documenting support for accounting conclusions.