Senior Lead Analyst

American Express; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Bonus incentives

Wellness program

Flexible work model

Job summary

American Express is seeking a Finance professional to join the CMAC team within Global Record to Report. The role focuses on incentive accounting, royalty accruals, deferrals, and JV/royalty processing with monthly invoicing and close.

You will perform data analytics, monitor revenue measures, and coordinate with controls, SOX, and business partners. Ideal candidates have 2+ years of accounting experience, strong MS Excel skills, and the ability to translate contractual terms into financial

Qualifications

• Graduate with 2+ years of experience in accounting/finance.
• Strong analytical skills and detail orientation.
• Ability to cross-link data points for analysis.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Proficiency in MS Excel.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly accounting including accruals, deferrals, AR/AP, and month-end closings.
• Manage reconciliations in SLU/IRIS applications.
• Conduct data analytics for GNS Royalty, Third Party Benefits, GNS Incentives, JV accounting.
• Maintain contact with customers, LFOs, segment controllers and partners.
• Provide monthly analysis and reporting to senior leadership.
• Support robust monitoring and reporting models for processed revenue.
• Collaborate with Control, SOX and Operational Risk teams on initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with procedures and policies related to the process.
• Support standardization and automation projects.

Skills

Eye for detail

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

MS Excel proficiency

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Salesforce

MicroStrategy

Oracle General Ledger

IRIS

Job description

Job Description

This role is a part of Card & Merchant Accounting and Controls (CMAC) team within Global Record to Report Organization (GR2R) in Controllership. Specifically, the position will be a critical part of the Incentive Accounting CoE, responsible for:

• Analysis, interpretation and accounting of Global Network Services (GNS) and Joint Venture (JV) related processed revenue such as Royalties, Incentives etc. in accordance with the contractual terms, obligations & US GAAP.
• The position will be responsible for raising Invoices related for processes such as Third Party Benefits, action items such as incentive payments etc on monthly basis followed by accounting.
• The role will also be expected to ensure robust monitoring and reporting of various measures, initiatives, and overall delivery levels of GNS Brand related revenue & expense accounting.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly accounting which will include booking GNS/JV Royalty accruals, Deferrals, AR, AP, Clearance of ageing items, Month/Year End closures etc.
• Manage reconciliation in SLU/IRIS applications
• Perform Data Analytics related to GNS Royalty, Third Party Benefits, GNS Incentives, Joint Venture accounting etc. processes.
• Maintain close contact with customers, LFO’s, segment controllers, market controllers & other business partners.
• Monthly analysis & reporting to senior line leadership
• Support the design and execution of a robust and sustainable model for monitoring and reporting of key measures of success for processed revenue accounting.
• Collaborate with Control and Compliance, SOX and Operational Risk teams on relevant initiatives and deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with all prevalent procedures and policies linked to the process. Besides the above, the position will work closely with PO&A leadership and be a part of the coordination and implementation of initiatives around operational transformation, data integrity and customer priorities.
• Support standardization & automation projects.

Qualifications

• Graduate with 2+ years of work experience.
• Eye for detail, strong analytical skills and ability to comprehend complex contractual terms into financial implications for the business.
• Ability to cross link / cross reference data points to facilitate comprehensive analysis.
• Strong results orientation and flexibility to overcome obstacles, resolve process issues and interact with various stakeholders, including senior levels of the organizational hierarchy
• Strong communication and influencing skills, and ability to manage multiple relationships and priorities.
• Strong MIS skills, including advanced proficiency with MS Excel.
• Ability to develop innovative solutions using a data driven approach, multiple variables and insights.
• Good understanding of Amex products, financial processes, systems and tools, especially Salesforce, MicroStrategy, Oracle General Ledger and IRIS.
• Knowledge of GNS/JV business will be an added advantage

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

• 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.