AR FinOps Specialist, AWS AR

As an AR FinOps Specialist, you will support Amazon's strategic customers to identify and resolve billing issues, reconcile accounts and drive monthly collection targets. A successful individual will be self-motivated — someone who can recognize how processes can improve and effectively implement positive changes. The candidate must also be able to build strong cross-functional relationships and demonstrate exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.

You will earn trust with our customers to facilitate timely payment. Amazon seeks a Collection's specialist with at least 5 years Accounts Receivable & F&A experience in a large customer-oriented corporate environment, for our Amazon Web Services business line. Key job responsibilitiesFull cycle of accounts receivable past due balances, including: research, analysis and account reconciliations.

Calling customers and scheduling resolution sessions to understand the procure-to-pay cycles of our customers. Managing and resolving invoice discrepancies to ensure timely and accurate receivables. Managing internal and external Accounts Receivable inquiries.

Maintain customer relationships by responding timely and accurately to both internal (company) and external (vendor directly) questions and requests for information. Understand the Amazon billing processes to provide guidance to customers, identify defects and drive resolution upstream of AR.Understand the pain points of customers and solve our customer's problems. Providing prompt, efficient, detailed, customer-oriented service to customers.

Escalating when appropriate to direct manager and/or senior leaders. Keeping detailed notes, task creation and reminders in our collections tools. Acting as the Voice of the Customer for our top tier customers and Sales Teams, reporting and acting on observed areas for improvement.

Actively seeking solutions to customer and sales needs, communicating trends to leadership, and suggesting innovative solutions on behalf of the customer experience. Analyze trends and suggest process improvements. Perform other projects and duties as required.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONSGraduate of a Bachelors Degree. Prior experience of at least 5 years in similar Finance & Accounting role as an Analyst or worked in a BPO industry catering to customer needs. Knowledge on Outlook, Word and Excel or similar desktop applications.

Impeccable Communications skills – Written & Verbal. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word. Flexible to work in shifting schedule.

Exemplifies traits of being a Team player, has good interpersonal skills, hardworking, adaptable and detail oriented. Can work under pressure and with deadlines. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a strong customer service focus.

Has the ability to prioritize, multi-task and work with minimal supervision. A person who is open to work with diverse teams with different cultures on a global team. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSPreferably with a Bachelor Degree/Masters Degree in Finance/Accounting as Major Subject.

Preferably has working knowledge on Oracle Financials or other Finance ERP tools. Must have Accounts Receivable Collection background. Portfolio management of strategic customers is a plus.

Excellent organizational and time-management skills. Knowledge of Amazon Web Services (AWS) is preferred but not required. Amazon 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.