Accounting Manager, FX Operations. Arlington LilyLifestyle

Description

The FX Accounting team is at the forefront of managing global foreign exchange results and providing strategic insights for new business initiatives and system integrations. With operations in over 100 countries and the management of approximately 1,100 currency pairs, our team addresses diverse and complex FX issues.

As an Accounting Manager in FX Operations, you will collaborate with various accounting teams across our divisions including AWS, digital services, e-commerce, payments, advertising, and international operations. Your role will involve analyzing business initiatives, assessing FX implications, and setting up FX requirements to mitigate future challenges.

You will engage with cross-functional teams such as accounting, Treasury, Tax, technology, and Corporate Reporting in a dynamic, high-growth environment. By working closely with internal system teams, you'll drive automation and enhancements that optimize FX processes.

• Rapid adaptability to complex accounting standards, including US GAAP.
• A strong technical understanding of system architecture and data flows.
• Exceptional attention to detail and robust problem-solving capabilities.
• The ability to independently research and resolve accounting issues.
• Effective collaboration skills with both technical and business teams.

• FX Subject Matter Expertise: Collaborate with diverse business teams to understand new initiatives and evaluate FX implications.
• Act as the primary FX accounting resource, offering guidance to accounting and technology teams.
• Conduct US GAAP research and provide proactive FX advice on projects to avert future accounting challenges.
• Monthly Close & Financial Reporting: Carry out monthly close activities, including reconciliations and journal entries.
• Driver improvements in monthly close processes.
• Support accurate financial reporting processes and ensure correct FX accounting treatment.
• Investigate technical accounting issues and coordinate with the technical accounting team for necessary documentation and accounting position papers.
• Raise any risks and issues to leadership with context and recommendations.

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in finance or a related analytical field.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a relevant discipline.

• CPA certification.
• Experience in accounting management within Big Four firms, serving Fortune 500 clients.
• Familiarity with GAAP research tools and the FASB codification.
• Experience in researching and documenting support for accounting conclusions.
• Proficient in large‑scale data mining and reporting tools, such as SQL, MS Access, Essbase, Cognos, or financial systems like Oracle, SAP, Lawson, JD Edwards.
• Experience with data mining and reporting tools (e.g., SQL, MS Power Query, Python).

Amazon is committed to equal opportunity employment, ensuring no discrimination based on veteran status, disability, or any legally protected status.

For applicants in Los Angeles County:
Job duties for this role include working collaboratively and safely with colleagues; maintaining high standards of excellence in stressful conditions; communicating effectively for exceptional customer service; adhering to all regulations and company policies. A relevant criminal history may impact material job duties, including adherence to company policies, judgment, stress management, and maintaining professionalism. In line with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

The base salary range for this role is $95,400 - $163,200 annually, depending on factors like experience and location. The compensation package includes sign‑on bonuses and restricted stock units (RSUs). To learn more about our benefits, visit the Amazon jobs page.

Locations:
Culver City, CA;
Nashville, TN;
Austin, TX;
Arlington, VA;
Seattle, WA.