Band 35, AXP Financial Accounting and Close, Global Record to Report Controllership

Position Description

The incumbent will be accountable for accurate, productive and timely accounting and reporting of revenue and expense accounting for Travel and Lifestyle Services and other AXP processes across major Report Lines consistently ensuring strong controls and compliance and meeting related GAAP accounting guidance, policies and procedures. The role requires leading the team for sharp focus on the core delivery and consistently pursue improvement and innovation through process redesign and automation. The incumbent will be required to provide onsite leadership support and guidance to his immediate team and beyond. A key focus of this role is to use the data and knowledge about Financials to create business insights for partners.

Purpose of the Role

The role is required to deliver accurate and timely accounting of revenue and expense accounting for Travel and Lifestyle Services (TLS) and other AXP processes for key Report Lines and related analytics and reporting while ensuring strong controls and compliance with all related GAAP accounting guidance, policies and procedures.

Academic Background

The incumbent should either be a Chartered Accountant or M.B.A with around 6 years of relevant post qualification experience or a B.Com (or equivalent) with minimum 10 years of relevant experience

Functional Skills/Capabilities

- Strong accounting and control skills
- Strong awareness AXP policies and related GAAP guidance
Deep knowledge of AXP ledgering and reporting system and good knowledge of AXP underlying business processes

Knowledge of Platforms

- AXP Oracle GL, reporting, and business applications knowledge
- Good knowledge of MS Office
- Awareness and experience in Oracle Cloud environment will be preferred

Behavioral, Functional Skills/Capabilities





- Strong collaborative and relationship building skills AND proven ability to effectively influence senior finance and business partners
- Strong will to win; a self-starter, effective in working independently with limited supervision.
- Experience in assessing operational risks and designing controls to mitigate risks
- Strategic thinker, good communicator in both written and oral form, with proven ability to lead global change initiatives
- Ability to manage time and effectively prioritize multiple tasks under defined timelines
- Attention to detail with a commitment to maintaining and improving a strong control environment
- Demonstrated leadership needed to create, develop, train a diversified colleague base and promote diversity in all respects.
- Solid skills in accounting, finance and finance system controls.
- Understanding of various AMEX finance policies and practice and relevant GAAP, IFRS guidance.
- High level of personal accountability
- Strong analytical skills, good judgment, positive/independent/ structured approach
- Strong colleague management skills .
- Possessing strong problem solving, planning and analytical skills to facilitate and focus on continuous improvement and innovation.
Proficient in using standard MS office products especially in PowerPoint, Excel.

Location

Gurgaon Building 5, Cyber City

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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.

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 in office 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

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