Manager - Controller (25011258)

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. As part of Team Amex, you'll experience this 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.

How will you make an impact in this role?

As part of Controllership organization, The U.S. Regulatory Reporting team delivers Bank Holding Company regulatory reports in accordance with both U.S. Federal and State regulators for American Express Company and its underlying subsidiaries.

 As American Express transitions to a higher bank category, we are focusing on strengthening our risk management capabilities and controls. This individual will be responsible for supporting the roadmap of risk and controls related milestones and tasks as part of a multi-year effort. The individual will help drive report accuracy and consistency, improving overall regulatory reporting processes through enhanced governance to ensure accurate and timely reporting. In addition, this individual may be responsible for production of regulatory filings such as FR Y-9C and FR Y-14.  

 Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Ensure compliance with Federal Reserve and other regulatory reporting requirements, the Company’s internal review procedures and all other applicable policies and procedures, including data governance.
• Accurate interpretation and documentation of reporting instructions to ensure reporting requirements and appropriate data elements are captured and adhered to.
• Work closely, coordinate, and collaborate with various Subject Matter Experts and Regulatory Reporting leaders to review and evaluate control environment, updating risk assessment of reports and risk control matrix.
• Drive implementation of analytical and reporting processes, procedures and systems using the Company’s control framework.
• Assist in formulating responses to inquiries from the Federal Reserve, other regulators, and key internal stakeholders, while supporting our strong working relationships and communication with the various regulators.
• Provide career development opportunities for Regulatory Reporting team members.
• Support flexibility to work a hybrid schedule.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in Accounting / Reporting / Auditing.
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment.
• Experience working in financial services or other highly regulated environment.
• Strong understanding of U.S. Regulatory and U.S. GAAP requirements.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, drive projects, and work well under tight deadlines.
• Strong written/oral communication, relationship building, presentation and collaboration skills.
• Proven ability to effectively interact with all levels and stakeholders of an organization including senior leadership/officers, as well as with external regulators and auditors.
• Proven leader with the ability and desire to coach and develop others.
• Prior Regulatory and/or banking/financial services experience. 
• Prior experience with Regulatory Reports required by FRB, including FR Y-9C and FR Y-14.
• Knowledge of risk management frameworks, methodologies and standard processes. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Graduate degree, CPA/Chartered Accountant, or similar qualification, preferred.

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.

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