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American Express

Dec 14, 2024

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Accounting & Tax
  • Gurgaon

Requirements

  • Should be a CA/ Graduate with 4-6 years of relevant work experience.
  • Well-developed analytical skills, ability to understand the linkages to processes.
  • Demonstrated Accounting expertise.
  • Ability to think innovatively and to pursue ideas with conviction.
  • Excellent team player with strong Inter-Personal skills and communication skills – both written and spoken.
  • The Incumbent should be Assertive, should be able to influence & corroborate without direct authority.
  • A self-starter with ability to operate under ambiguous circumstances.
  • Must have good Communication and Interpersonal skills and be able to interact with senior leadership, with Finance, multiple employee levels /Business Partners/Customers etc.,
  • Demonstrate leadership skills needed to create, develop, train, motivate and communicate with diverse work force.
  • Must have strong, proven People Management skills, handling cross functional and cross-cultural teams.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for managing Balance sheet Reconciliation – Research & Clearance and Analytics
  • Sustain enterprise-wide Balance Sheet health while remaining focused on efficiency and sustaining financial integrity for the company.
  • Ensure timely research & clearance of BS reconciling items for proactive mitigation of balance sheet risk.
  • Responsible for performing Operational Accounting, review and governance including accounting reviews, secondary reviews for quality of reconciliation.
  • Collaborate with key stakeholders - Account Owners, Regulators and Entity/Segment Controllers
  • Pursue continuous improvement in execution, lead intelligent automation and monitor compliance with management policies.
  • Responsible for improving control environment by ensuring satisfactory audit experience and enhancing internal controls.
  • Ensure controls & compliance with prevailing policies & procedures such as SOX, Process Risk Self-Assessment and support Statutory/Internal audits.
  • Continuously challenge the Status Quo and seek opportunity for redesign/automate.
  • Capable of managing the team/process through metrics and dashboards.
  • Lead team of accounting professionals, coaching them on tactical and strategic execution, as well as professional leadership and development.

FAQs

What are the minimum qualifications required for the Financial Analyst position?

The minimum qualifications include being a CA/Graduate with 4-6 years of relevant work experience, well-developed analytical skills, and demonstrated accounting expertise.

What are the primary responsibilities of a Financial Analyst at American Express?

The primary responsibilities include managing balance sheet reconciliation, ensuring timely research and clearance of reconciling items, performing operational accounting reviews, collaborating with key stakeholders, and leading a team of accounting professionals.

Is prior leadership experience necessary for this role?

Yes, strong proven people management skills are required, including the ability to lead, coach, and develop a diverse workforce.

What kind of benefits does American Express offer to its Financial Analysts?

Benefits include competitive base salaries, bonus incentives, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, flexible working models, generous paid parental leave, and access to wellness programs.

What qualities are important for a candidate applying for this position?

Important qualities include being an assertive team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills, the ability to think innovatively, operate under ambiguity, and influence others without direct authority.

Will I need to collaborate with other departments in this role?

Yes, collaboration with key stakeholders such as account owners, regulators, and entity/segment controllers is an essential part of the position.

Is there a focus on continuous improvement in this role?

Yes, there is a strong emphasis on pursuing continuous improvement, leading intelligent automation, and enhancing the control environment.

How does American Express value diversity and inclusion in hiring?

American Express is an equal opportunity employer, making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law.

What kind of training and development opportunities are available?

American Express offers career development and training opportunities to support your professional growth in your role.

Are there specific compliance responsibilities associated with this position?

Yes, the role requires ensuring compliance with prevailing policies and procedures such as SOX and supporting statutory and internal audits.

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American Express

Finance
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1850
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

At American Express, we know that with the right backing, people and businesses have the power to progress in incredible ways. Whether we’re supporting our customers’ financial confidence to move ahead, taking commerce to new heights, or encouraging people to explore the world, our colleagues are constantly striving to uphold our powerful backing promise to our customers and each other every day. These beliefs have been our North Star for 170 years as our business transformed – from helping evacuate travelers during World Wars, to ensuring the safety of our customers’ funds during the Great Depression in the U.S., to creating the Shop Small® movement to help small businesses recover from the Financial Crisis, to providing aid to communities impacted by many natural disasters and so much more. For generations, the key to our success has been the determination and resilience of our American Express colleagues. Now, as a globally integrated payments company, we work together to provide customers with access to products, insights and world-class experiences that enrich lives and build business success. Join us and let’s lead the way together.

Culture & Values

  • We Back Our Customers

    Relationships are at the heart of our business. We strive to be essential to our customers by delivering exceptional products, services and experiences every day – and promise to have their backs in everything we do.

  • We Make It Great

    We deliver an unparalleled standard of excellence in everything we do, staying focused on the biggest opportunities to be meaningful to our customers. From our innovative products to our world-class customer service, our customers expect the best—and our teams are proud to deliver it.

  • We Do What’s Right

    Customers choose us because they trust our brand and people. We earn that trust by ensuring everything we do is reliable, consistent, and with the highest level of integrity.

  • We Respect People

    We trust and respect one another for who we are and what we contribute. We are accountable to one another and empower every voice through open, courageous dialogue so others feel heard.

  • We Embrace Diversity

    We see diversity of people and experiences as fuel for the creativity and innovation we need to be and deliver our best.

  • We Stand for Inclusion

    We all have biases. However, we do not tolerate bias that excludes or minimizes anyone – all people belong. We’re committed to ensuring that we have a welcoming and inclusive culture where everyone’s voice matters and where people of all races, ethnicities, genders, gender identities, sexual orientations, ages, religions, disabilities and viewpoints can thrive.

  • We Win As a Team

    We view each other as colleagues—part of the same team, striving to deliver the brand promise to our customers and each other every day. Individual performance is essential and valued, but never at the expense of the team.

  • We Support Our Communities

    We respect our communities and are committed to working together so they can thrive and make a meaningful difference in the world.