As part of the Global Finance Organization within Corporate Controllership, this role is responsible for enabling and promoting financial integrity across American Express’s systems for the Finance organization.
Global Financial Initiatives and Integrity (GFII) team plays a critical role supporting Business and Finance driven initiatives by ensuring the ongoing integrity of the Company’s accounting and financial reporting as required by AEMP 16 (American Express’s internal management policy that defines a consistent standard for control and financial reporting requirements that must be established during any technology change). GFII team is organized under the following key pillars: Global Loyalty & Benefits, Network, & Banking; Global AR, Merchant, & Enterprise Transformation; and Strategy & GFII Program Management Office (PMO).
This role will join one of the pillars in GFII and will support Project Manager. The role will focus on providing support to project managers in analysis and inputs on project initiatives, define Finance requirements, develop user stories, and advise system controls to be in place to ensure financial integrity of accounting and reporting.
ResponsibilitiesAbility to influence and communicate with multiple levels and across the team.
Support the Project manager in new business initiatives requiring technology development with financial accounting, reporting, or control impacts.
Assist in defining end-to-end balancing and controls within financial processes.
Support Project Managers in creating accounting requirements in consultation with Segment and Market Controllership.
Perform user acceptance testing of finance requirements.
Collaborate with process owners and provide post implementation support.
Create project documentation including process, system, and accounting flows.
Assist in process improvement projects.
Take initiative to continually develop and learn new processes and methods; quick to adapt to ongoing changes in the enterprise.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, Information Systems or similar field
Strong understanding of Finance and/or business systems
Preferably has some exposure in defining and validating system development and financial test cases
Basic understanding of project management and system implementation background is preferred
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills as well as the ability to create impactful relationships with key stakeholders
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Being self-motivated, enthusiastic, and able to manage time effectively.
Positive attitude and demonstrated strength as a quick learner
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
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, Information Systems or similar field
- Strong understanding of finance and/or business systems
- Exposure to defining and validating system development and financial test cases
- Basic understanding of project management and system implementation background
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and able to manage time effectively
- Positive attitude and ability to learn quickly
American Express Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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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.
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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.
