American Express

Finance Manager – Global Commercial Services Financial, Planning & Analysis (GCS FP&A). The Financial, Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager role will be primarily focused on providing decision support for the GCS operating expense (Opex) budget.. Develop expertise of overall GCS P&L and Opex drivers of financial performance.. Partner with Finance Transformation team to implement and test new finance systems and processes and drive adoption.. 20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacy

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You Lead the Way. We’ve Got Your Back. With the right backing, people and businesses have the power to progress in incredible ways. When you join Team Amex, you become part of a global and diverse community of colleagues with an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities and each other. Here, you’ll learn and grow as we help you create a career journey that’s unique and meaningful to you with benefits, programs, and flexibility that support you personally and professionally. At American Express, you’ll be recognized for your contributions, leadership, and impact—every colleague has the opportunity to share in the company’s success. Together, we’ll win as a team, striving to uphold our company values and powerful backing promise to provide the world’s best customer experience every day. And we’ll do it with the utmost integrity, and in an environment where everyone is seen, heard and feels like they belong. Our industry is rapidly evolving, and we need courageous, quick thinkers who can shape the strategic decisions that lead our business forward. Whether it’s negotiating with some of our largest global partners or creating next year’s financial plan, you can influence both our day-to-day P&L and the future direction of the company. As part of the team, you can have the opportunity to learn and use the latest data tools and technologies and explore a range of roles to grow your career. Find your place in finance on #TeamAmex. Join Team Amex and let's lead the way together. Finance Manager – Global Commercial Services Financial, Planning & Analysis (GCS FP&A) Description The GCS FP&A team is responsible for providing accurate and timely financial information to enable decision making across the GCS organization. More specifically, the team is responsible for monthly consolidation of results, establishing the narrative on financial performance through insightful analysis, managing the Operating Expense budget, and improving the effectiveness of reporting processes. The Financial, Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager role will be primarily focused on providing decision support for the GCS operating expense (Opex) budget. The core objectives of the role are to manage Opex planning by partnering closely with the business/LFOs on key deliverables, driving insights to help senior management make critical, real-time decisions, and identification/implementation of process improvements. This will require regular collaboration across the organization, knowledge of TM1 and other financial systems, and the ability to simplify complex information for wider consumption. Other responsibilities for this role include participating in the overall P&L close/consolidation process (including variance analysis), ad hoc requests, and contributing to presentations for senior-level management. This position reports to the GCS BU FP&A Director and will have one direct report. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual to gain deep knowledge of the Card Issuing business, gain exposure to and insight from leadership and grow as a people leader. The successful candidate will have a strategic and analytical mindset, is comfortable collaborating with internal customers, can work closely with leaders and has the aptitude to drive change and process improvement. Responsibilities: <ul><li>Lead monthly opex process, including issuance and consolidation of GM budget templates.</li><li>Lead monthly office hours with wider Opex community, providing guidance on Opex budget and answering questions.</li><li>Bring together story on Opex results, analyzing variances and providing insightful commentary.</li><li>Leverage existing capabilities, including headcount/S&B model, for forecasting and ad-hoc analyses that will be shared with senior leadership!</li><li>Help support monthly close process for P&L. </li><li>Partner with the LFO and Business teams on investigation of P&L variances to ensure accurate understanding of results as well as correct accounting treatment of new initiatives and/or projects.</li><li>Develop expertise of overall GCS P&L and Opex drivers of financial performance.</li><li>Support Annual Long-Range Plan & Annual Plan process for GCS P&L.</li><li>Support creation of Senior Leadership presentations focusing on financial updates on financial results, latest outlooks, and long-range plans.</li><li>Partner with Finance Transformation team to implement and test new finance systems and processes and drive adoption.</li><li>Work closely with Investor Relations, External Reporting, Controllership, GCS Business and GCS LFO organization. </li></ul>Minimum Qualifications <ul><li>Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills and understanding of TM1 required.</li><li>Ability to work under pressure and within tight deadlines.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities through strong organizational skills, demonstrate personal excellence, and strong attention to detail.</li><li>Ability to effectively lead Direct Report.</li><li>Strong team player with an ability to deliver in a cross-functional environment.</li><li>Strong communication and relationship building skills.</li><li>Must be able to delegate and influence across the greater team.</li><li>5-7 years of accounting/financial reporting experience.</li><li>Knowledge of credit card economics preferred. </li></ul>Knowledge & Skills Required <ul><li>Results Leadership: Ability to manage multiple and complex workstreams and work across boundaries and deliver a diverse set of initiatives that result in transformational outcomes. Skilled in the use and applications of American Express systems and processes or quick to learn.</li><li>Change Leadership: Continuously seek process improvement and play a lead role in driving change in the organization each and every day.</li><li>Strategic Thinking: Solid ability to adopt a broad perspective and link business strategies to specific initiatives. Possess a strong grasp of the macroeconomic landscape and market trends.</li><li>Analytical Thinking: Strong aptitude for analysis. Demonstrated ability to develop financial models and draw value-add insights from large amounts of financial data. Intellectually curious.</li><li>Communication: Superior ability to communicate with and influence at all levels of the organization.</li><li>Strong work ethic with an intense will-to-win and demonstrated personal excellence.</li><li>Leadership: Ability to lead one direct report to meet timelines and create quality output. </li></ul>Salary Range: $80,000.00 to $130,000.00 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 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: <ul><li>Competitive base salaries </li><li>Bonus incentives </li><li>6% Company Match on retirement savings plan </li><li>Free financial coaching and financial well-being support </li><li>Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits </li><li>Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need </li><li>20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacy </li><li>Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location) </li><li>Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program </li><li>Career development and training opportunities </li></ul>For a full list of Team Amex benefits, visit our Colleague Benefits Site. 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