Financial Analyst

American Express; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

American Express Bengaluru is seeking a Commerce graduate with 4-5 years of fixed assets accounting, reconciliation and reporting experience to manage capitalization, transfers and disposals. You will maintain the fixed assets register, support quarterly cash flow reporting and assist with SOX controls and audits.

Collaborate with GREWE, Technology, Market Controllership and Balance Sheet Assurance teams to deliver accurate reporting and continuous improvements through automation and process

Qualifications

• Commerce Graduate with 4-5 years of accounting, reconciliation and reporting experience.
• CA or MBA from reputed institutions preferred.
• Experience with automation and process transformation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage Global Fixed Assets accounting including capitalization, transfer, disposal and construction-in-progress.
• Prepare fixed assets register and quarterly cash flow reporting.
• Ensure SOX controls and balance sheet audits are compliant.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across GREWE, Technology and Controllership teams.

Skills

Accounting

Reconciliation

Reporting

Controls

Education

Commerce Graduate

CA/MBA preferred

Tools

Essbase

Oracle Applications

OAS

Oracle Cloud

Job description

Job Description

Function Description: Fixed Assets – Accounting & Reporting

Function Description: Fixed Assets – Accounting & Reporting Fixed Assets Team is part of Financial Accounting & Close within Global Financial Operations which manages $20Bn Gross Block and $7M Net Block of American Express fixed assets.

Responsibilities

Purpose of the Role: The primary purpose of this role includes managing Global Fixed Assets accounting – capitalization, transfer, disposal, construction-in-progress, reporting – fixed assets register, quarterly cash flow reporting, controls &compliance – SOX review, Legal entity audits. There will be 1 or 2 colleagues reporting to this person. The incumbent will work closely with business stakeholders –GREWE, Technology, Market Controllership, Control management and Balance Sheet Assurance teams.

• The incumbent will ensure that integrity, control and optimal functionality is maintained to ensure consistent delivery of accounting, reconciliation, reporting and controls & compliance.
• The incumbent shall ensure compliance with all prevalent policies and procedures linked to the area and processes assigned to him / her.
• Provide leadership to direct report(s), coach, develop and motivate them.
• Independently research and provide solutions and support for resolution of issues and queries.
• The incumbent must be able to work with, communicate and influence all levels of management and be self-driven with minimal supervision.
• Contribute toward process improvements through ongoing review of processes / opportunities for automation, enhanced reporting.

Critical Factors To Success

• Strong knowledge of accounting, reconciliation and controls & compliance
• Ability to manage multiple activities simultaneously & prioritize accordingly
• Good communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills
• Incumbent need to be flexible and able to perform responsibilities at different times of the day given engagement with multiple stakeholders
• The incumbent must be able to effectively work in a team environment and maintain high level of team engagement
• Should have a transformation mindset with curiosity and will to learn new tools and apply to work situation to enhance process quality and effectiveness
• Ability to manage multiple activities simultaneously & prioritize accordingly
• Should possess good analytical skills
• Knowledge of Gen AI tools and their applicability

Qualifications

• Commerce Graduate with 4-5 years of experience in accounting, reconciliation, reporting and controls & compliance. Qualified chartered accountants (CAs)/MBAs from reputed institutions are preferred.
• Proven ability to drive continuous improvements
• Good awareness of system-based accounting
• Should possess good experience of automating manual processes and process transformation
• High proficiency in MS-Office applications, Essbase/analytical software
• Change and project management exposure.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• A fast/keen learner with the ability to learn a detailed process quickly
• Ability to share technical knowledge and proactively encourage others to do the same.
• Knowledge of Platforms: Oracle Applications/Oracle Analytical Server (OAS)/Oracle Cloud

Behavioral Skills/Capabilities

Enterprise Leadership Behaviors:

• Set The Agenda: Define What Winning Looks Like, Put Enterprise Thinking First, Lead with an External Perspective
• Bring Others With You: Build the Best Team, Seek & Provide Coaching Feedback, Make Collaboration Essential
• Do It The Right Way: Communicate Frequently, Candidly & Clearly, Make Decisions Quickly & Effectively, Live the Blue
• Box Values, Great Leadership Demands Courage

About Us

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.

About The Team

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
• Support for financial-well-being and retirement
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits (depending on location)
• Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
• Generous paid parental leave policies (depending on your location)
• 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

American Express is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law. Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.