Sr. Financial Accounting Analyst, Amazon/MGM Studios Accounting: Business Controllership ID-13053

April 28, 2025

Description

Amazon MGM Studios is seeking a Senior Accountant in the Business Controllership group managing the revenue operations, accounts receivable and various accounting functions in a timely manner. The successful candidate will work with cross-functional stakeholders and members of the team to interpret legal agreements, prepare accurate accounting entries, and perform analysis to routinely deliver error-free results and assist with all facets of our cash collection and revenue processes.

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Ad hoc efforts as required.

Basic Qualifications

3+ years of Accounts Receivable (AR) experience
Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or related field
Strong ability to read, interpret, and comprehend complex deal terms

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in identifying, leading, and executing opportunities to improve, automate, standardize or simplify finance or business tools and processes
Experience working with large-scale data mining and reporting tools (examples: SQL, MS Access, Essbase, Cognos) and other financial systems (examples: Oracle, SAP, Lawson, JD Edwards)
Experience researching and documenting support for accounting conclusions
Must be extremely detail oriented, with ability to multitask, prioritize high work volume, and shift work priorities, as needed

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

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