Accounting Manager, Amazon Leo for Government

Amazon • Arlington, VA

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About The Position

Amazon Leo is seeking an Accounting Manager to join our rapidly growing team, as
we build the future of global connectivity. As a key contributor to our Amazon
Leo for Government (ALG) team, you will support our financial reporting and
close process, as well as operational and technical accounting projects. This
role will work with stakeholders across the business, building trust across the
organization and diving deep into transactional details. We are seeking a
candidate who will take ownership of processes with a focus on invention and
simplification via process automation and use of AI tools.

Requirements

• 5+ years of finance or a related analytical field experience
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field
• This position is subject to U.S. export control regulations. Candidates must be U.S. citizens to be eligible for this role.

Nice To Haves

• 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

Responsibilities

• Execute month-end close procedures to ensure accurate, timely and compliant financial reporting.
• Provide technical and operational support during the development and rollout of subledger modules, ensuring seamless integration with existing accounting systems and workflows.
• Manage complex accounting judgments related to a variety of transactions, including fixed assets (ASC 360) and research and development (ASC 730).
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including business, product, legal, tax, and finance.
• Implement automation and AI solutions to optimize workflows and eliminate manual inefficiencies.

Benefits

• 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
• parental leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager