Global Functional Accounting Leader, Accounts Payable

Amazon seeks an experienced finance Principal to be the Global Functional Leader for the Accounts Payable vertical on the Finance Operations Accounting & Analysis (FOAA) team. Key job responsibilities- Set and execute goals for the FOAA AP functional area globally - Prioritize automation projects within FOAA AP to drive FOAA baseline savings goals - Drive operational excellence by identifying business process re-engineering opportunities and partnering with projects team to provide accounting requirements that maintain highest level of controllership - Drive global reporting format standardization and set Service Level Agreements (SLA’s)- Ensure all Central Accounting Deliverables met within SLA; analyzing account activity; validating account balances are materially correct; explaining business drivers for account balance fluctuations - Influencing business decisions with effective verbal and written communication, data driven analysis and presentation of alternatives - Facilitate financial review meetings with FinOps leadership, including design and review of internal financial reports - Raise the bar on hiring, developing, and retaining the best talent to continue building our world class team of finance professionals A day in the lifeThis position is the key partner for Global Accounts Payable senior leadership and will partner with Global Operations and Accounting teams to identify areas of controllership risk, compliance risk, and related financial accounting impact. The ideal candidate is a highly proactive self-starter with a strong operational and accounting background, problem solving skills and attention to detail who will take ownership and drive positive change including evaluating and streamlining existing operational and accounting processes, controls and metrics. This role has regular interaction with various business units across Amazon and requires strong interpersonal and communication skills. About the teamFinance Operations enables and accelerates Amazon’s growth by improving the vendor and seller experience through automation and innovative process improvements that simplify doing business with Amazon and that enable lower prices and greater selection for our customers. Basic qualifications- 10+ years of tax, finance or a related analytical field experience- 7+ years of finance technology, forecast & budgeting, or other finance-focused competency experience- Experience with Tableau, Python, SQB, Quicksight, Cognos or or other BI packagesPreferred qualification - MBA, or CPA- Experience in a leadership position managing finance, accounting and operational processesAmazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.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 .USA, WA, Seattle - 139,100.00 - 188,200.00 USD annually