Financial Analyst

Function Description:

The position is responsible for performing Controllership activities in support of the US Legal Entities. The position will report directly to one of the SDL, and will serve in supporting the controllership functions, business management, finance organizations and regulators. 

Purpose of the Role:

The position will play an integral role in achieving our goal to protect and assure the integrity of the financial statements, proactively eliminate controllable financial risk and exposure to the business, and regularly execute accurate and effective financial reports and controls. The position will also be responsible for supporting critical business initiatives and providing accounting and reporting decision support as part of a world-class controllership organization

Responsibilities

• Preparation & Review of US GAAP financial statements, trend analysis, variance analytics and commentary

• Preparation & Review of Regulatory submissions and SME submissions support as applicable

• Perform and review specialized accounting procedures, including reconciliations

• Ensuring and monitoring quality and change control over finance related processes including regulatory reporting, compliance and intercompany transactions

• Identifying and executing critical quality initiatives to continuously improve financial processes and add value to the Company

• Support enterprise-wide initiatives and assess impact to the US legal entities

• Leading and Managing the M&A activity impacting the US Legal entities including the formation and set up new oracle entities with different legal structure like subsidiary, limited liability partnership etc., integration within Amex and ongoing governance.

Qualifications

Past Experience:

• US/IFRS/Ind-AS GAAP knowledge/ experience

• 1-3 years Finance, Accounting & Reporting experience;

• Academic Background: CA/CPA or equivalent professional qualification preferred; Degree in Finance/Accounting an advantage 

Functional Skills/Capabilities:

• Ability to manage multiple priorities with excellent attention to detail 

• Able to challenge status quo & effectively communicate to leadership, auditors and regulators 

• Strong analytical skills and ability to connect business drivers 

• Strong relationship building skills and ability to influence without direct control 

Technical Skills/Capabilities:

Knowledge of US/IFRS/Ind-AS GAAP along with ability to understand the changes resulting from upcoming GAAP modifications

Knowledge of Platforms:

Oracle, Essbase

Behavioral Skills/Capabilities:

Enterprise Leadership Behaviors

• Set The Agenda: Define What Winning Looks Like, Put Enterprise Thinking First, Lead with an External Perspective

• Bring Others With You: Build the Best Team, Seek & Provide Coaching Feedback, Make Collaboration Essential

• Do It The Right Way: Communicate Frequently, Candidly & Clearly, Make Decisions Quickly & Effectively, Live the Blue Box Values, Great Leadership Demands Courage

At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values and Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and colleagues. From delivering differentiated products to providing world-class customer service, we operate with a strong risk mindset, ensuring we continue to uphold our brand promise of trust, security, and service.

As part of Team Amex, you’ll experience our powerful backing with comprehensive support for your holistic well-being and many opportunities to learn new skills, develop as a leader, and grow your career. Here, your voice and ideas matter, your work makes an impact, and together, you will help us define the future of American Express.

We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones physical, financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally:

• Competitive base salaries
• Bonus incentives
• Support for financial-well-being and retirement
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits (depending on location)
• Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
• Generous paid parental leave policies (depending on your location)
• Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
• Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
• Career development and training opportunities