Senior Financial Analyst, Inbound Operations Finance

Join our team as a Financial Analyst II supporting finance operations and technology transformation within the IXD+ network. You will use data analytics, AI tools, and financial fundamentals to support standardization and automation across finance processes, contributing to efforts that reduce manual work by 40-50%. This role offers an opportunity to participate in transforming traditional financial reporting through AI-enabled automation while delivering insights that help optimize supply chain operations.

In this position, you will support the development of scalable financial controllership frameworks that grow independently of building count and enable the transformation from a site-centric to hub-based structure. You'll analyze operational metrics to produce financial insights, help balance standardization with network-specific needs, and execute on AI-enabled finance transformation initiatives that have tangible business impact. If you thrive in an environment where speed matters and continuous improvement is expected, this role offers a strong foundation in strategic finance with hands-on tactical execution.

Key job responsibilities

Analyze operational data to surface financial insights that support cost optimization and business performance, leveraging Amazon's established financial processes, internal controls, and existing tools within defined frameworks.
Build and maintain reporting mechanisms for anomaly detection and trend analysis, translating complex data into clear, digestible insights for finance and operations managers.
Support operations teams in validating business case assumptions, tracking performance metrics, and executing on automated reporting systems that reduce manual work by 40-50%.
Investigate data discrepancies and execute fixes to ensure reporting accuracy, flagging risks and recommending improvements to remediate gaps in financial controls.
Work with cross-functional partners in finance, operations, supply chain, and technology to contribute to standardized processes and financial playbooks that scale independently of building count.

A day in the life
Your day begins with analyzing operational data to identify cost optimization opportunities across the Distribution Center network, specifically Storage and Distribution Centers, Amazon Warehousing and Distribution Centers and newly launching, Regional Distribution Center (rDC) network. You'll spend time developing or refining AI-powered dashboards that automatically detect anomalies and visualize trends. Throughout the day, you'll partner with operations teams to validate business assumptions, contribute to automated reporting systems, and participate in cross-functional councils where you'll provide financial perspectives on strategic operational decisions. You'll balance your analytical work with collaborative sessions, driving data quality improvements and system integration while validating productivity metrics.

About the team
Our team supports the Distribution Center network within Inbound Operations (formerly IXD+) playing a critical role as financial advocates and business partners. We design, develop, and maintain performance measurements and reporting on strategic input drivers to continuously improve the economics of the business. Team members partner closely with a broad range of Senior Leaders in Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Technology.

The team culture emphasizes data-driven decision making, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration. We're transforming traditional finance functions through technology and process excellence, focusing on controllership as our top priority while driving innovation that enables our networks to scale efficiently.

Basic qualifications

• 3+ years of tax, finance or a related analytical field experience
• Bachelor's degree

Preferred qualifications

• 4+ years of participating in continuous improvement projects in your team to scale and improve controllership with measurable results experience
• MBA, or CPA
• Knowledge of Tableau
• 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)

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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The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including 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, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, NY, New York - 73,600.00 - 128,800.00 USD annually
USA, TN, Nashville - 60,200.00 - 105,400.00 USD annually
USA, TX, Irving - 66,900.00 - 117,100.00 USD annually
USA, VA, Arlington - 66,900.00 - 117,100.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Bellevue - 82,700.00 - 117,100.00 USD annually