Project Manager, Financial Data Engineering

American Express•Phoenix, AZ

10h•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 Project Manager for the Finance Data Management and Governance (FDMG) team in the Enterprise Technology Services organization is pivotal in organizing key business processes across the organization, including project reporting, budget management, talent management & hiring, strategic messaging, communications, town halls, colleague engagement, and more. The candidate will be a key member of the FDMG organization Leadership Team, working closely and collaborating with all team members.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required; preferred fields include Business, Technology, or related areas.
3 - 6 years of experience in project management, operations, or program coordination.
Strong organizational and multitasking skills with a demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including experience crafting executive-facing content.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (especially PowerPoint & Excel), SharePoint, Confluence, and OneDrive.

Nice To Haves

PMP or related certification is a plus.
Strong communication and organizational skills.
Proven ability to solve problems and plan long-term projects.
Experience in creating engaging and informative presentations.
Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
Proven track record of managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.
Ability to work independently and influence without direct authority.
Commitment to fostering an inclusive team culture.
Strong understanding of financial management and data analysis.

Responsibilities

Assist in the planning and execution of strategic and operational projects across business and technology functions.
Develop project plans with defined milestones, timelines, and deliverables.
Identify risks and dependencies; recommend mitigation strategies to ensure project success.
Track project performance and maintain transparent reporting mechanisms.
Maintain budget for entire FDMG team.
Support key operational cadences including staff meetings, town halls, and business reviews.
Assist in quarterly and annual planning activities, including OKR development, resource tracking, and progress reporting.
Coordinate meeting logistics, materials preparation, and follow-ups to ensure action items are completed.
Partner with internal stakeholders to develop clear, effective communication materials including presentations, updates, and status reports.
Facilitate information flow between project teams and leadership to ensure alignment and informed decision-making.
Promote consistency and clarity in execution across functional areas.
Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve reporting, and enhance project transparency.
Recommend tools or frameworks that enhance project and team effectiveness.

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