Manager - Controller

Join the American Express Corporate Segment Controllership team, a high-performing, dynamic organization where proactive, energetic finance and accounting professionals make a visible impact. We own the accounting and financial reporting for the Company’s compensation and benefits programs, including incentive compensation, US benefits, and earnings per share (EPS). In this role, you will advise business partners on new and changing business activities, help shape financial control and risk governance processes, uncover process efficiencies, and raise financial control awareness across the business. You will also play a meaningful role in the Company’s external reporting, 10Q and 10K filing, proxy reporting, and legal entity financial statement disclosures. If you thrive across varied tasks and deadlines and bring strong communication, collaboration, and people-leadership skills, we want to hear from you.

• Deliver timely, accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting and reporting for the Company’s colleague-related expenses and liabilities, as well as earnings per share (EPS) calculations, backed by strong internal controls.
• Apply accounting expertise to global incentive award programs, offering analysis and guidance on accounting, financial reporting, planning, forecasting, and controls.
• Act as the main point of contact for internal and external auditors on the assigned areas, clearly communicating accounting conclusions, reporting processes, and supporting controls.
• Collaborate with the Colleague Experience Group (CEG) and the Corporate Planning to evaluate new and evolving business activities and provide technical accounting and financial reporting guidance.
• Review monthly income statement results and quarterly balance sheets to explain financial movements, conduct risk-based accounting and control reviews, and test key Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) controls, proactively identifying and mitigating accounting issues and risks across end-to-end processes.
• Support the Company’s external financial reporting, including SEC and bank holding company filings, earnings releases, and disclosures on employee-related liabilities.
• Uphold financial and regulatory reporting, model governance, and third-party management policies across the areas of responsibility.
• Lead improvements to accounting and reporting processes that boost efficiency, strengthen governance, and provide financial insights for better business decisions.
• Minimum 5+ years of proven accounting and financial experience.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong relationship building and collaboration skills.
• Track record of driving operational improvements.
• Proficient in US GAAP and application of accounting standards.
• Commitment to working in a team environment to achieve results.
• Strong problem solving/analytical skills and impeccable attention to detail.
• A flexible, results driven individual with the ability to lead and influence without authority.
• Organizational skills with the ability to meet/exceed deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong financial control focus, requiring ability to proactively understand and identify risks from an end-to-end perspective.
• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or related required.

Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the United States is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.

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

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

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. American Express will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. For positions covered by federal and/or state banking regulations, American Express will comply with such regulations as it relates to the consideration of applicants with criminal convictions.

We back our colleagues with the support they need to thrive, professionally and personally. That's why we have Amex Flex, our enterprise working model that provides greater flexibility to colleagues while ensuring we preserve the important aspects of our unique in-person culture. Depending on role and business needs, colleagues will either work onsite, in a hybrid model (combination of in-office and virtual days) or fully virtually.

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The below 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.​

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.