Senior Financial Analyst, Foreign Exchange
Amazonabout 1 year ago
Seattle, Washington, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Position Overview
Welcome to the exciting world of Amazon, where innovation and efficiency are at the forefront of everything we do. We are currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Financial Analyst to join our team and oversee our Foreign Exchange operations. In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on our business through detailed financial analysis and strategic risk management.
If you are a self-motivated, detail-oriented individual with a passion for finance and a desire to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct daily analysis and monitoring of foreign exchange rates and market trends to identify potential risks and opportunities for Amazon's global operations.
- Develop and maintain financial models to forecast and track foreign exchange exposures and impacts on the company's financial performance.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop strategies for mitigating foreign exchange risk and optimizing currency conversions.
- Monitor and report on the financial performance and impact of foreign exchange activities on a regular basis to senior management.
- Provide recommendations and insights on foreign exchange hedging strategies to minimize risk and maximize profitability.
- Conduct in-depth research and analysis on global economic and political events that may impact foreign exchange rates and provide insights to key stakeholders.
- Manage and maintain relationships with external financial institutions and partners to ensure efficient and cost-effective foreign exchange transactions.
- Develop and implement policies and procedures related to foreign exchange transactions and compliance with relevant regulations and guidelines.
- Train and mentor junior financial analysts on foreign exchange operations and market analysis.
- Continuously evaluate and improve upon existing processes and systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy of foreign exchange operations.
Amazon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Required Skills
Economic and Political Analysis
Foreign Exchange
Hedging Strategies
Compliance
Market Trend Analysis
Financial Analysis
Financial Modeling
Cross-functional Collaboration
Risk Management
Mentoring and Training