Manager-Controller

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The U.S. Banking Controllership team within American Express is responsible for overseeing and managing the accounting activities primarily for American Express National Bank ("AENB") – an entity which comprises a significant portion of the American Express business. Broadly, the Controllership team ensures the integrity of the Bank's financial results in accordance with U.S. GAAP, provides an effective control environment over financial reporting, works to eliminate controllable financial risk, and supports growth in the business while balancing control and compliance. We work extensively with other Controllership colleagues and subject matter experts, U.S. Banking team and leaders, finance & business partners and the General Counsel's Office. The team is committed to excellence, talent development, encouraging work/life balance, and timely recognition of team members.
How will you make an impact in this role?
The Manager in AENB New Products Accounting will report directly to the Director of New Products. The New Products Accounting team partners with the various business development teams providing end-to-end change management support from a controllership, finance, and regulatory perspective.
Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Manage end-to-end change management processes for AENB Controllership to enable and support business growth
Establish accounting and reporting requirements in all stages of product development including process enhancements, control requirements and automation needs
Ensure proper accounting and control documentation including set-up of ledgers, assessment of intercompany impacts, and design & documentation of operational accounting processes
Provide technical accounting research and guidance in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
Support the development of strong working relationships and communication with key business partners and senior leaders

Minimum Qualifications
5+ years of experience in Accounting / Auditing / Financial Reporting
Strong technical understanding of U.S. GAAP, SEC, regulatory reporting, and accounting guidelines
Strong organization skills and a proactive working style
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently managing multiple priorities, driving projects, and work with tight deadlines
Ability to effectively interact with all levels and stakeholders of an organization
Ability to understand a Company's businesses, processes, and unique financial reporting systems and operations
Ability to influence decisions with limited authority and manage expectations with business partners
Demonstrate the willingness to take initiative and act decisively

Education Requirements:
Undergraduate degree in Accounting

Preferred Qualifications
Masters of Accounting or MBA and/or CPA
Project management experience
Experience working in public accounting and/or financial services

Salary Range: $80,000.00 to $155,000.00 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.
Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the U.S. is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.
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:
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

For a full list of Team Amex benefits, visit ourColleague Benefits Site.
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