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Finance Manager, EU Prime Video Channels Finance

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Amazon

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Accounting & Tax
    Banking & Finance
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You need a relevant degree, finance experience, KPI analysis, reporting skills, improvement project participation, MBA or CPA, strong modeling and forecasting abilities, and SQL/ETL knowledge.
  • You will analyze finances, support budgeting, monitor expenditures, partner with leaders, prepare reports, derive insights from data, and assist in financial modeling for new Channels partners.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, statistics or business, or a Bachelor's degree and experience in quantitative role (engineering, process re-engineering, quality assurance)
  • Experience in multiple finance and accounting roles
  • Experience applying key financial performance indicators (KPIs) to analyses
  • Experience in building financial and operational reports/data sets that inform business decision-making
  • Experience participating in continuous improvement projects in your team to scale and improve controllership with measurable results
  • MBA, or CPA
  • Experience in 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 delivering forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis, and data interpretation of results
  • Knowledge of SQL/ETL

Responsibilities

  • Providing financial and business analysis and recommendations to operating senior business partners, sometimes with limited or ambiguous information.
  • Supporting internal customer groups in all finance matters including budgeting, forecasting, long-term planning, costs tracking and control.
  • Preparing and reviewing regular documentation for financial review meetings with key Prime Video Channels, Prime Video, and Finance stakeholders worldwide.
  • Monitoring cost-centre expenditures versus forecasts and budgets.
  • Supporting the Finance and Business leadership as required on ad hoc and longer term analysis requests.
  • Every day is different and you will constantly be challenged to think differently to support our Channels business and its growth.
  • Partner and advise Channels Directors and other leaders to navigate daily business challenges.
  • Lead the financial reporting and planning of our Channels product, which gives you time to build out new processes and analysis adding value for your business partners.
  • Author highly visible and strategic deep dive documents to enhance our understanding of the levers and drivers of Prime Video Channels performance.
  • Use data systems such as SQL and existing information to identify insights and surface them to senior management.
  • Work hand-in-hand with our the Channel Content Acquisition team to create financial models supporting the business cases for onboarding major new Channels partners.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Finance Manager for Prime Video Channels?

The primary responsibility of the Finance Manager is to provide financial and business analysis and recommendations to operating senior business partners, support internal customer groups in finance matters, prepare documentation for financial reviews, monitor cost-centre expenditures, and assist in various ad hoc analysis requests.

What qualifications are required for the Finance Manager position?

Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in engineering, statistics, or business, or related quantitative experience. They should also have experience in multiple finance and accounting roles and the application of key financial performance indicators to analyses.

Are there preferred qualifications that would enhance a candidate's application?

Yes, preferred qualifications include an MBA or CPA, experience in solving complex business challenges with financial models and analysis, strong forecasting and budgeting skills, and knowledge of SQL/ETL.

What kind of team culture can a candidate expect working with the Prime Video Channels Finance team?

The team culture is goal-oriented and fast-paced, motivated by the challenges and successes involved in producing premium content in the evolving digital entertainment business.

Is experience with SQL important for this role?

Yes, knowledge of SQL is listed as a preferred qualification, as it helps in data analysis and supporting financial decision-making.

What will be a significant part of daily responsibilities for the Finance Manager?

A significant part of daily responsibilities will include partnering with Channels Directors and leaders to navigate daily business challenges, leading financial reporting and planning, and creating financial models to support onboarding new Channels partners.

What type of industries does the Prime Video Channels Finance Manager's experience relate to?

The Prime Video Channels Finance Manager role relates to the entertainment industry, specifically in the digital content and on-demand video sectors.

What opportunities exist for professional growth in this position?

This position offers the opportunity to broaden experience within the entertainment industry, work with various stakeholders across finance and business operations, and enhance skills in financial analysis, forecasting, and strategic planning.

What kind of financial activities will the Finance Manager be involved in?

The Finance Manager will be involved in budgeting, forecasting, long-term planning, cost tracking and control, financial reporting, and preparing financial models and documentation for various stakeholders.

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Amazon

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1994
Founded Year

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