Finance Manager, Kuiper EMEA Accounting

Amazon

Full-time

Sporting Goods, Hobby, Musical Instrument, Book, and Miscellaneous Retailers

About the position

The Finance role at Amazon's Project Kuiper involves managing the accounting processes for new entities related to the launch of a satellite constellation aimed at providing broadband connectivity. The position requires strong technical accounting skills and collaboration with various teams to ensure compliance and efficiency in financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Managing the on-boarding of new Kuiper entities, ensuring that processes and controls are in place prior to launch
• Involvement in Kuiper EMEA Accounting close processes for Kuiper in multiple legal entities
• Demonstrating strong technical accounting acumen to conclude on accounting treatment of new product launches, projects, and complex transactions
• Business partnering with key stakeholders including Global Accounting team, Kuiper Expansions team, Regulatory team, Finance & Tax
• Developing in-depth knowledge of the Kuiper business and products to facilitate preparation of analytical review for internal and external reporting
• Collaborating with local and global Accounting teams to identify and implement process improvement initiatives
• Participating in preparation and review of statutory financial statements
• Being a strong team player, who can operate globally, cross-functionally and at all levels of the organization, taking ownership and demonstrating self-initiative

Requirements

• University degree in Accounting or Finance
• Accounting professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CPA)

Nice-to-haves

• Project Management experience / qualification
• Significant Experience with financial reporting and audit, preferably gained within a Big Four firm