The Finance trainee apprentice will be responsible for supporting key financial and accounting processes within the organization. The role will involve structured training, collaboration and opportunity to experience the dynamic world of Amex Finance every day.
Responsibilities
- Prepare accounting entries and assist with other routine month-close tasks, as assigned
- Prepare standard financial reports, including monthly/quarterly summaries, under supervision
- Perform basic data analysis, including creating spreadsheets, summarizing financial information, identifying trends and drafting variance commentary
- Collaborate with other Finance teams/functions to gather relevant financial information to meet the requirements of the role
- Provide tactical support to ongoing projects
- Assist in preparation/refresh of standard operating procedures
- Ensure adherence to company’s financial policies
- Graduates (Commerce/Business Administration) with(out) maximum of 11 months of experience preferred
- Demonstrates knowledge and application of basic accounting principles
- Familiarity with the types and structure of financial statements
- Appreciation of role and criticality of Finance in a multinational company
- Working knowledge of MS-Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Exhibits positive attitude, agility and willingness to learn and develop
Compliance Language:
We back our colleagues and their loved ones with benefits and programs that support their holistic well-being. That means we prioritize their physical, financial, and mental health through each stage of life. Benefits include:
Cab facility as per policy
Free meals as per policy
Work from office – Minimum 3 days a week
Training and development opportunities
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.
Skills Required
- Graduate in Commerce or Business Administration
- Maximum of 11 months of experience
- Knowledge and application of basic accounting principles
- Familiarity with types and structure of financial statements
- Working knowledge of MS-Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Positive attitude, agility, and willingness to learn and develop
American Express Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about American Express and has not been reviewed or approved by American Express.
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Healthcare Strength — Pay is often viewed as attractive when combined with comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage that supports day-to-day needs. The benefits package is also framed as especially helpful for those supporting dependents.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are positioned as a meaningful part of total rewards through a 401(k) plan with company matching. Financial wellness services and coaching are also highlighted as strengthening longer-term financial security.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off is repeatedly characterized as generous and a valued component of the overall package. Time off and flexibility are presented as helping the total rewards feel more complete beyond base salary.
American Express Insights
What We Do
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.
