Senior Financial Analyst

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. As part of Team Amex, you'll experience this 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.

How will you make an impact in this role?

• Ensure completion of journal entries and month-end close activities for American Express National Bank.
• Participate in account reconciliation research and clearance processes for products issued by American Express National Bank
• Assist in producing and reviewing monthly and quarterly financial reports, as well as annual financial statements for American Express National Bank
• Perform variance analysis and analytical procedures for assigned general ledger accounts.
• Drive process change and process improvements.
• Participate in other initiatives and projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required in accounting, finance or related discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in accounting.
• Understanding of and experience with general ledger, inter-company accounting, and consolidated reporting.
• General understanding of finance/accounting/financial analysis and reporting.
• Ability to manage time well, be a self-starter, strong work ethic, and strong leadership skills.
• Excellent analytical abilities, strong interpersonal skills, and an ability to work and communicate effectively with all levels of operations and senior management.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong spreadsheet skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in public accounting and/or financial services
• Advanced Excel skills preferred
• Master of Accounting or MBA degree preferred

Salary Range: $78,000.00 to $124,750.00 annually + bonus + benefits

The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we’ll consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors.

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 
• 6% Company Match on retirement savings plan 
• Free financial coaching and financial well-being support 
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits 
• Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need 
• 20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacy 
• 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

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