Job Description

Job Description
* Monthly accounting for AXPs internal use software (Software Capitalization) including Manual Journal Entries, account reconciliation and risks and opportunities for the month-end close.
* Ensure timely and accurate journal entries are processed for accruals, prepaids, capitalization and amortization in accordance with US GAAP.
* Managing the process for creation of software assets on the fixed asset register
* Report on Software Capitalization transactions and trends; monitor Software Capitalization data quality and remediate issues prior to asset creation.
* User acceptance testing of new reporting functionality on behalf of Finance
* Ensure compliance with requirements of the Process Risk Self-Assessment (PRSA) Framework and policies/guidance issued by the SMEs for the 10 risk Pillars, SOX Compliance Group, Spreadsheets Program Office, Basel Governance Group, and Global Compliance & Ethics, where applicable.
* Perform PRSA control testing and coordination with SOX team
* Support the broader Technology Controllership team on cross-functional projects as and when needed
* Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key Business and Finance partners, as well as counterparts within broader Controllership organization

Minimum Qualifications

2-3 years of accounting/finance experience, strong grasp of US GAAP

Bachelors Degree in Accounting/Finance; CPA preferred

Strong accounting and financial acumen with excellent communication skills

Solid understanding of financial statement relationships between balance sheet and income statements

Able to clearly communicate operational risk requirements and work proactively with business partners to meet all deadlines as required

Excellent relationship management skills; ability to understand business drivers & manage expectations of business partners

Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to time sensitive deadlines

Advanced MS office suite proficiency e.g. Excel, Word, PowerPoint Preferred

Knowledge of American Express systems (Oracle), month-end protocols and Software Development and Licensing Costs accounting policy would be advantageous

American Express is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law.

Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.