Controls and Compliance Manager, Digital Controllership

DescriptionThe Digital Controls Team oversees internal controls over financial reporting, subsidiary compliance, internal controls readiness, and other SOX compliance activities.

We are a subject matter expertise team that builds, designs, and consults with control owners across the enterprise (Accounting, Business, Finance, Engineering / IT, etc.

Responsibilities include enhancing and leveraging internal and external partnerships to assist the technology controls lead with the annual program plan including the design of the IT controls framework, its execution, and enterprise-wide process improvement initiatives.

This role will require a deep understanding and experience with all aspects of internal controls including financial information technology systems for a complex, high-growth stage, multi-disciplinary organization.

Requirements for this position also include extensive knowledge the COSO 2013 framework and SEC / PCAOB regulations, as well as the demonstrated ability to design and monitor an effective global risk-based internal control environment.

Key job responsibilitiesWe are currently looking for experienced candidates who have held similar positions in large public companies or who have held a similar position within the advisory practice of a Big 4 public accounting firm serving Fortune 500 clients for 5+ years.

Demonstrated experience in working collaboratively to accomplish complex challenges will be expected as this is an ongoing requirement for this position.

Candidates will be expected to demonstrate they were top performers at their levelResponsibilities will include : Leading controls design, implementation with control ownersLeading deep dive on risks related to specific technologies (e.

g. Cloud, AI / ML, RPA) to define the set of risk and controls in addressing financial reporting riskOwning portions of the controls framework and ensuring there are adequate controls over certain parts of the business, technology ecosystemAssisting in the SOX 404 scoping and planning which includes assessing financial statement risk and mapping significant locations to key process, systems, and accounts to determine the annual SOX plan.

Advising on and designing controls and compliance programs over IT General Controls.Assisting in the design and enhancements of IT compliance over cloud environment.

Providing ongoing support to process owners / control owners and cross-functional teams to ensure controls are designed and implemented effectively.

Participating in annual walkthroughs with process owners / control owners and external auditors.Assisting in the evaluation of identified control deficiencies and monitoring of remediation efforts.

Basic Qualifications5+ years of finance or a related analytical field experienceBachelor's degree in accounting or related fieldPreferred QualificationsCPAKnowledge of internal control framework (specifically COSO) to assess control design and operational efficiencyKnowledge of GAAP research tools and the FASB codificationExperience in accounting management in Big Four with Fortune 500 clientsExperience researching and documenting support for accounting conclusionsAmazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

• For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit Los Angeles County applicants : Job duties for this position include : work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff;
• adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service;

and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position.

These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation.

Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $85,900 / year in our lowest geographic market up to $179,500 / 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.

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