Description
We are seeking an experienced leader and a Subject-Matter Expert (SME) to oversee Stock-Based Compensation (SBC) Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A).
The ideal candidate for the role will be an exceptionally strong analytical and detailed oriented thinker who excels in written and verbal communication, data analysis, modeling and process improvements. They will demonstrate teamwork, relationship building and the ability to influence at senior levels of the organization, while thriving in a fast-paced dynamic environment that has a considerable amount of ambiguity. They will have deep experience with stock-based compensation/Restricted Stock-Units (RSUs) and associated analytics to drive data driven decisions. They must be able to juggle competing projects and work across multiple teams / stakeholders to solve complex problems.
The Principal Finance Manager for the People Experience & Technology (PXT) Finance Compensation & Stock-Based Compensation team (SBC) manages SBC FP&A deliverables for Financial Close, Risk & Opportunity (R&O) planning, and Amazon Operational plans (OP1/OP2). This includes ownership of the SBC planning calendar, key assumptions that drive forecast accuracy, and insight into SBC variances. This role will provide financial insights and business partnership to all Amazon central FP&A teams and is the single threaded leader of the SBC financial planning, and analysis for all of Amazon's stock-eligible employees across more than 3,000 Cost Centers Worldwide. The Principal Finance Manager must develop solid relationships with key business FP&A senior leaders on a foundation of credibility that allows for strong influencing, confidence, and recommendations to ensure that the team delivers headcount targets and manual adjustments on time and at the highest standards ahead of finalizing the SBC forecast. The Principal finance manager is also responsible for bridges and supplemental deck pages for VP, CFO, CEO, Senior Leadership Team (STEAM) and board meetings. This role operates with significant autonomy and independence and is the chief storyteller of Amazon's SBC expenses. This highly visible finance role will influence key assumptions around SBC planning and drive VP and CFO level goals around process improvements. The principal Finance Manager, SBC FP&A partners with Accounting quarterly to set key forfeiture rate assumptions used for both SBC planning and expensing. This role will provide reliable data and analysis to help executives with decision making and planning around employee expenses, as well as become a trusted business advisor to the FP&A leaders across the company. This person plays a critical role in maintaining a strong financial controllership environment and ensures the highest quality of financial reporting and storytelling.
The ideal candidate is a quick learner with high judgment, has a seasoned storytelling ability and thrives in ambiguity. S/he possesses a keen attention to detail, has a passion for analytics, problem-solving and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment. The role entails interaction with PXT leadership, PXT Central Science, Central FP&A Finance leadership, Corp FP&A leadership, Accounting and Payroll teams and requires a balance of strong verbal and written communication, partnership skills, influencing and delivering results.
This is a perfect position for someone who knows how to manage fast and smart and influences key financial decisions for Operating Expense (OPEX) planning. You will also provide the business with big leadership bringing a deep knowledge and a proven record of accomplishment. You already know how to make sense between which details that make all the difference, and those that don't add value.
Key job responsibilities
Provide business partner finance support to all FP&A leaders of Amazon various business organizations as it related to Stock-Based Compensation modeling, planning, analysis, and reporting.
Dive deep into the financial data and becoming a subject matter expert (SME) on SBC for all of Amazon
Support conducting simulations to assess the impact of proposed SBC plan changes on Operational Expense (OPEX). Review, design, influence and recommend mechanics that improve forecast accuracy.
Build and foster effective relationships and networks with the PXT and Finance organizations
Proven ability to manage competing priorities & provide level-headed guidance during unexpected events
Partner with PXT compensation, PXT Central science teams, PXT Finance Tech and Global Finance Technology (GFT) teams to develop SBC forecast models that quantify the cost impact of compensation, headcount and accounting assumption changes
Provide financial insights and training to finance executives and leaders about SBC compensation and expense
Generate reporting and insights to present SBC expense to key stakeholders. Create clear and concise reports, bridges and dashboards.
Provide ad hoc support to executive leadership and business finance teams across Amazon for inquiries around SBC trends
Work closely with stakeholders across PXT leadership, finance, Accounting, and Tech teams to align SBC forecast strategies with overall business goals and ensure compliance with compensation and Accounting policies and regulations. Set forfeiture rate assumptions in collaboration with Accounting.
Collaborate cross-functionally with tech teams in finance and compensation to develop automated solutions for recurring analysis and data access
A day in the life
Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment.
The ability to translate large amounts of data into useful information and actionable conclusions.
Strong written and oral communication skills combined with the ability to meet tight deadlines and prioritize workloads.
Recommend, develop, influence and implement policies and processes that guide the organization in maintaining and improving its forecast accuracy and profitability
An understanding of finance issues in an operational environment of rapid growth.
Solid knowledge of Compensation and Stock-Based Compensation Finance and Accounting planning and principles.
Solid business judgment and controllership focus.
Strong financial modeling skills, including excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Access, Python and SQL.
About the team
PXT Finance Tenets:
Our priority is Amazon's long-term financial health by guiding our business partners through difficult tradeoff decisions in the short-term, thus allowing all Amazonians to thrive.
We consistently develop new mechanisms and leverage current systems to provide accurate, forward-looking financial data, which drives meaningful business insights.
We are builders that use science and technology to innovate at scale, as we strive to be the most innovative Finance team.
We strive to be the source of truth by leveraging our expertise and experience; we apply analytical rigor, process improvement, and standardization to make impactful high judgement, high velocity decisions.
We are determined to make PXT-Finance a destination. We commit to providing a culture where meaningful work, development of key skills, and career progression are pinnacles of success.
Basic Qualifications
10+ years of tax, finance or a related analytical field experience
10+ years of finance technology, forecast & budgeting, or other finance-focused competency experience
Experience with Tableau, Python, SQB, Quicksight, Cognos or or other BI packages
5+ years of Stock-Based Compensation Project management, Finance or Accounting experience
10+ years of creating process improvements with automation and analysis experience
Experience building and managing financial models for business forecasting and problem solving
Experience in Business partnership and Strong writing skills
Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, data-science or similar disciplines
Hands on experience with tools for data visualization, financial reporting and database Management Systems (such as Tableau, QuickSight, PowerBI, MicroStrategy, Cognos, OBIEE, Amazon Redshift, NoSQL and Python)
Preferred Qualifications
MBA, or CPA
Experience in a leadership position managing finance, accounting and operational processes
Bachelor's degree in engineering, statistics or business, or Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of quantitative role (engineering, process re-engineering, quality assurance) experience
Experience in a leadership position overseeing stock-based compensation, finance, or related area.
Experience with stock-based compensation budgeting and forecasting
10+ years of identifying incomplete or inaccurate data, identifying the root cause and creating/implementing an escalation plan experience
10+ years of solving complex business challenges by delivering accurate and timely financial models, analysis, and recommendations that have a proven impact on business (e.g., financial savings, operational improvements, or customer benefits) experience
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 delivering forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis, and data interpretation of results
Experience and knowledge in the Compensation (including Stock Based Compensation) and benefits field as well as HR program management.
Demonstrated understanding of financial and HR Finance concepts and processes
Persuasive oral/written communication skills
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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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $125,200/year in our lowest geographic market up to $207,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits . This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
