Financial Risk Manager, Vendor Investigations & Transaction Accuracy
DESCRIPTION
Amazon is seeking a data-driven Risk Specialist to support the Vendor Investigations and Transactions Accuracy team in Accounts Payable. We are looking for a strong team player that will take ownership and drive change in a dynamic global business environment using data analytic techniques that allow leaders to organize and review large amounts of data quickly. This individual will ensure Amazon's Finance Operations processes stay ahead of risks in the vendor payments area, including internal control effectiveness, erroneous payment detection and prevention, and vendor risk analysis through a culture of continuous inspection of processes, systems, and key business initiatives.
This individual must be eager to dive deep into processes and have a proven record of delivering process efficiency results. The preferred candidate will have outstanding data analysis and auditing skills, problem solving skills, systems and process knowledge, and customer service passion.
Key job responsibilities
· Carry out the vision and mission of the VITA team to prevent, detect, and investigate issues of erroneous payments to vendors using transactional data
· Review large amounts of payment data from multiple Amazon invoicing, payment and procurement systems to determine if payments are erroneous
· Execute audits, deep dives, and special projects in a timely manner while communicating recommendations and findings to management and other stakeholders
· Maintain the productivity target set
· Support other team members, including other Finance Operations teams, on any activities assigned to the team as a whole
· Understand and follow Amazon’s policies and procedures on invoice entry and transaction processing
· Coordinate with different process owners to conduct deep dives walk throughs and quality reviews of evidence to resolve complex problems
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Advanced English skills, including excellent written business skills and an ability to compose grammatically correct, concise and accurate responses.
- First level university degree in accounting, business or finance and/or professional qualification like Chartered Accountant or Certified Public Accountant.
- 3 - 5 years of relevant professional experience in fraud prevention, risk management, accounts payable, procurement, vendor support or supply chain
- Intermediate – Advanced level in Excel (data analysis) and at least one visualization tool such as Tableau or QuickSite
- Strong attention to details. Interest in accomplishing goals and exceeding expectations
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate complex issues clearly to both internal and external customers
- Advanced analytical skills
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Prior fraud investigations, forensic experience or CFE would be an added advantage
Ability to work as a team player in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Excellent organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Strong leadership skills with the ability to work independently while in a team environment
Strong forensic data analysis skills with experience writing SQL and using Tableau or QuickSite for visualization
Six Sigma knowledge or certifications such as Green Belt or Yellow Belt
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