Manager - Controller - Regulatory Reporting Delivery

American Express•New York, NY

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

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? The Regulatory Reporting team delivers Bank Holding Company regulatory reports in accordance with Federal Reserve requirements for American Express Company and its underlying subsidiaries. We review, analyze and report financial information predominantly using the automated Regulatory Reporting Delivery (RRD) platform. We collaborate with multiple teams across Finance and Technology as well as the external regulators. Currently the regulatory reporting team is involved in a multiyear effort to support the risk category change for American Express as a Bank Holding Company. This individual will be primarily responsible for production of regulatory filings and supporting strategic initiatives & projects. The position will involve close interactions with the regulators and leadership to comply with any new regulations and changes to regulatory reporting requirements.

Requirements

5+ years’ experience in Finance, strong understanding of Controllership & External Reporting functions including regulatory reporting or related field
Strong organizational skills, ability to meet critical deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong knowledge of US GAAP accounting and reporting.
Experience in Financial and/or external reporting desired
Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or related field
Proficient usage of Microsoft applications.

Nice To Haves

Proven track record of process improvements, embracing new technologies and strengthening controls.
Strong communication and relationship/collaboration skills.
Proven leader with the ability and desire to coach and develop others.
Working knowledge of Oracle, applications a plus.

Responsibilities

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.
Review detailed instructions for various reports and ensure compliance with the Federal Reserve requirements.
Through the strategic initiatives & projects, help drive continuous process improvements, increase level of automation, strengthen controls & enhance process documentation.
Drive implementation of analytical and reporting processes, procedures and systems using the Company’s control framework.
Collaborate with External Reporting teams, Technology and other Subject Matter Experts to drive consistency in reporting.
Work closely with Financial Reporting Quality and Assurance organization (FRQA) to support Quality Assurance reviews of regulatory reports.
Provide regular coaching and development to direct reports.
Flexibility to work a hybrid schedule.

Benefits

Competitive base salaries
Bonus incentives
6%25 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