Financial Analyst

Job Description

The team supports and closely work with the Finance teams and Risk teams across the globe on all aspects of Operating Expenses. Our key responsibilities include Planning, Forecasting, Reporting - financial results for the Credit and Fraud Risk Organization. Communicate monthly results and highlight key drivers of change to better enable long-term planning. This position will be part of a highly talented team with strong intellectual curiosity. Our team is excited about solving business problems through data and insights. This analyst role will be supporting the automation of an OpEx tool and delivering interactive, efficient actionable partner support in analyzing expenses, highlighting trends and delivering a self-serve tool across the global for CFR team. How will you make an impact in this role Support credit and fraud risk organization planning, forecasting Results Analysis of operating expenses, through close partnership with Risk leaders. Develop and present key analyses and monthly Opex results to senior leadership. Provide leadership in developing database management, data analytics, automation tool development leveraging AXP systems such as TM1 as we'll as end-user visualization tools (such as PowerBI, Tableau). Qualifications: Hands-on experience working on financial analytics using large amounts of data Advanced excel modeling skills and high level of proficiency in PowerPoint are required Experience in process optimization in a data driven environment. Advanced Excel knowledge. TM1, Tableau, Power BI or other visualization tools experience is strongly preferred. SQL and Python experience Understanding of Cornerstone/Lumi/ Hive and Amex data environment. BS/MS in Engineering area is preferred or equivalent Finance or Accounting degree. 2+ years of relevant experience Skills: Highly motivated with strong sense of accountability, initiative, and a can-do attitude Be data-driven, outcome-focused and fast learner Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with good attention to detail Continuously seek process improvement and play a lead role in driving change in the organization. Team player with strong ability to build and leverage relationships to achieve results Ability to solve ad-hoc business problems independently and manage multiple priorities and projects while adhering to deadlines We back you with benefits that support your holistic we'll-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones physical, financial, and mental health, as we'll as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally: Competitive base salaries Bonus incentives Support for financial-we'll-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 on-site we'llness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location) Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program Career development and training opportunities