Senior Financial Analyst, Amazon

• Master’s degree (BAC + 5) in Finance and/or French CPA (DCG/DSCG)
• Several years of experience with an emphasis on accounting and preferably combined with an experience of working for a medium to large international company, in a fast-paced and changing environment
• Deep knowledge of FR GAAP as well as statutory filings and the related legal and tax requirements
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, in both business English and French (C1)

Desirable

• Amazon's France Accounting team is looking for a Senior Financial Analyst, reporting to the Head of Accounting to join its team of 8 people, responsible for controlling the accounts of the French and Belgian entities covering all of the group's activities (retail, AWS, digital, etc.)
• The role has responsibility for aspects of the controllership and accounting function in support of the EMEA operations
• The accounting flows are operated in multiple legal entities with involvement of a number of stakeholders in different locations
• In addition to the accounting and reporting responsibilities, the individual will drive cross-border projects and develop best practice in processes and controllership in France and Belgium and on an international level, with an emphasis on utilizing new technology and developing subject matter expertise in this area
• They will also drive implementation of policies with the financial leadership team based out of worldwide Amazon locations
• Participation in monthly, quarterly and annual closings for French and Belgium entities in Local GAAP
• Participation in monthly analytical reviews of balance sheets and income statements
• Preparation of statutory accounts
• Collaboration on the launch of new entities, activities and other projects related to the group's development in France
• Performing accounting analyses and documentation of accounting treatments under Local GAAP
• Collaboration with cross-functional players to maintain effective processes and controls
• Active participation in international initiatives to improve, standardize, redesign processes and controls, implement best practices, in close collaboration with IT teams and demonstrating a good understanding of financial reporting systems
• Regular communication with third parties, including statutory auditors, consultants and service providers