Principal Finance, Advertising Finance - Measurement, Ad Tech, and Data Science (MADS)

DESCRIPTION
Amazon Advertising helps brands connect with customers through solutions like Sponsored Ads, Display, Video, and Audio Advertising. Within Advertising, the Measurement, Ad Tech, and Data Science (MADS) organization builds the products and science that help advertisers understand the impact of their campaigns and make smarter marketing decisions.

We are looking for a Principal Finance to serve as the primary finance partner for the Measurement team within MADS, supporting 1P and 3P Measurement, Omnichannel Metrics, and Amazon Shopper Panel. This role is responsible for running weekly business reviews, defining and reporting on key performance indicators, sizing measurement incentives, and delivering standalone analyses that drive business decisions. You will partner closely with product, engineering, data science, and sales teams to translate financial data into actionable insights that shape the direction of the business.

In addition to strategic business partnering, this role owns financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting for the Measurement portfolio, and partners with BIE and analytics teams to build scalable reporting and dashboards. You will manage one Finance Manager and be expected to develop talent while fostering a collaborative, high-performing team culture. The ideal candidate brings strong financial acumen, a track record of influencing senior leaders through data-driven insights, and a genuine passion for partnering with business teams to solve complex problems.

Key job responsibilities

Business Partnering & Performance Management

Serve as the primary finance partner for Measurement leadership, supporting 1P and 3P Measurement, Omnichannel Metrics, and Amazon Shopper PanelAct as a trusted advisor to business leaders, proactively identifying risks, opportunities, and blockers that impact quarterly and annual goalsRun weekly business reviews, define and report on key performance indicators, and own communication of financials to senior Measurement and MADS leadershipEvaluate and size measurement incentive programs to drive advertiser adoption, partnering with business teams to set the right level of incentives

Financial Planning, Analysis & Reporting

Own FP&A for the Measurement portfolio, including OP planning, forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysisDeliver standalone analyses that translate financial data into actionable insights influencing product roadmaps, investment decisions, and business strategyPartner with BIE and analytics teams to build scalable dashboards, data pipelines, and automated reporting solutions

Cross-Functional Collaboration & People Management

Partner with product, engineering, data science, and sales teams to align financial strategy with business prioritiesCollaborate across Advertising Finance and broader finance teams to ensure consistency in planning and reportingManage and develop one Finance Manager, providing coaching, strategic direction, and career development support
BASIC QUALIFICATIONSBachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics or a highly analytical field (e.g., Engineering, Math, and Computer Science)8+ years of tax, finance or a related analytical field experience8+ years of spearheading strategic cross-functional initiatives that deliver measurable financial results and advance organizational objectives experience2+ years of hiring, leading and developing teams experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSMBA, or CFAExperience in TM1, Data Warehouse and SQL5+ years of working with senior staff (e.g. c-suite) experience5+ years of hiring, leading and developing teams experienceAdvertising or Media experience is a plus

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

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The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, NY, New York - 153,000.00 - 207,000.00 USD annually

USA, WA, Seattle - 139,100.00 - 188,200.00 USD annually