Sr. Manager, Tax Modeling

Amazon is seeking a capable and motivated individual to be a Senior Manager on the M&A Tax team, with a deep and varied focus on tax modeling using a variety of technology applications. This position is available for Seattle, Arlington, or New York City.

The candidate will be responsible for building tax models using a combination of technology applications in support of all planning projects, including acquisitions, dispositions, corporate restructurings, tax policy changes, etc. In addition, the candidate will be responsible for building operating models to evaluate the impacts of various tax regimes on Amazon’s business. This position will be part of a team that works closely with business partners and members of the tax department to structure and support various business initiatives and transactions.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Create and develop complex tax models and concisely summarize results to Tax and/or Finance leadership
• Work across all tax groups, including M&A, Tax Planning, Tax Policy, Reporting and Compliance, and Tax Provision
• Research the state, US federal and non-US tax implications of corporate tax projects, including but not limited to acquisitions and restructurings
• Develop strong working relationships among cross-functional teams, including Accounting, Financial Planning and Analysis, and Corporate Development
• Work to understand overall operational, data, and information requirements for tax planning, including analyzing tax data/calculations/reports, and understanding Amazon's technology environment and interfaces

Basic Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in tax, finance or a related analytical field.

• BA/BS degree required

Preferred Qualifications

• Licensed CPA, J.D., LL.M., PhD, MBA, or MS in Computer Science from an accredited college/university
• CISA (Certified Info Systems Auditor); CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional); CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner); CFF (Certified in Financial Forensics); CORPTAX (CORPTAX Certified Professional); TCERTIMP (Thomson Certified Implementer); Alteryx Analytics Designer Core and Alteryx Designer Advanced
• Knowledge of a broad range of corporate tax matters, domestic and international, along with a working understanding of state and local tax concepts, and possess both tax and technology skills
• Exceptional Excel modeling skills
• Deep knowledge of corporate tax laws, including domestic and international, along with a working understanding of state and local tax concepts
• Strong communication skills and ability to articulate complex tax laws in a business setting
• Strong technical, analytical, and problem solving ability
• Ability to multi-task between large, complex projects
• Experience working in a large public accounting firm, law firm, or large multi-national corporation
• Strong technical writing and federal/international tax research skills

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. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $151,300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $225,200/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. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.