Amazon Web Services (“AWS”) is a key part of the Amazon group and is a high-growth, fast-moving business, where new and diverse opportunities arise every day. To meet the growing demand for AWS Services in EMEA, we need exceptionally talented, bright, and driven people to join our team in Cork. The role is a Senior Financial Analyst supporting local statutory compliance and US GAAP reporting.


This individual will be an experienced accounting professional, who thrives in a challenging workplace environment and will take ownership of monthly, quarterly and annual close processes for both group and statutory reporting purposes. In addition to the accounting and reporting responsibilities, the individual will drive projects and develop best practice in processes and controllership, with an emphasis on utilizing new technology and developing subject matter expertise.

Key job responsibilities
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Preparation of high quality financial statements across a range of accounting frameworks;
- Responsible for month end close activities including reviews, balance sheet reconciliations and analytics.
- Preparation of statutory trial balances including identification and posting of local GAAP adjustments;
- Supporting external audit process;
- Demonstrating strong technical accounting acumen to be able to conclude on accounting treatment for complex business related transactions;
- Business partnering with other Amazon teams, including Treasury, Tax, Public Relations, Transfer Pricing and Corporate Legal;
- Collaborating with global Accounting teams to identify opportunities for enhanced standardization
- Being a strong team player, who can operate globally, cross-functionally and at all levels of the organization, taking ownership and demonstrating self-initiative.


A day in the life
Finance and Global Business Services

About the team
Amazon Affinity Groups