Financial Analyst, Foaa

4+ years of finance experience- Knowledge of standard software including Excel, Access, Oracle, Essbase, SQL and VBA skills- Experience using data to influence business decisions- Experience in corporate finance including budgeting/planning, forecasting and reporting- Advanced analytical skills and an ability to work independently in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environmentAmazon's Finance Operations, Accounting & Analysis (FOAA) team is a fast-paced, team-focused, dynamic environment and delivering great experiences for our customers is top priority. FOAA is seeking a Financial Analyst to support our team.Key job responsibilitiesPerform financial reporting and support monthly P&L analysis and financial forecastsDeveloping and reporting on financial and operational performance metricsSupport in monthly/quarterly financial closing activity in close co-ordination with business and accounting teamsAssist in Measuring and reporting progress on key goals for the business team in a timely mannerProvide inputs for monthly and quarterly business reviews in a timely manner. Facilitate the business reviews with data analysis and follow through with business leaders on actionable items for improving business metrics over a period of timePerform ad-hoc business analyses, and financial modeling. Present recommendations to senior management on strategic decisions, and planned future initiativesPartnering with various accounting and finance vertical (Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable) to ensure procedures and controls are routinely applied whist performing accounting and operation.Responsible to frame and deliver team objectives.Drive process improvements required to enhance controls.Heredia, H, CRI- Proven ability to develop new ideas and creative solutions