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You lead the way and American Express has got your back. When you join Team Amex, you become part of a global and diverse community with a commitment to supporting customers, communities, and colleagues. At American Express, your contributions and impact are valued, and you'll have the opportunity to be recognized for your leadership. Together, as a team, we strive to provide the best customer experience every day with integrity and inclusivity. As part of the Global Financial Operations (GFO) Organization within Corporate Controllership, the Manager, GFII role at American Express is responsible for ensuring financial integrity across the company's systems for the Finance organization. The Global Financial Initiatives and Integrity (GFII) team supports Business and Finance initiatives by maintaining the integrity of the Company's accounting and financial reporting. The Manager, GFII will lead multiple project initiatives, assess impacts, provide analysis, create project plans, define Finance requirements, develop user stories, and advise on system controls to ensure financial integrity. This role requires strong collaboration, attention to detail, leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills. **Job Responsibilities:** - Ensure compliance with relevant policies including AEMP 16 and AXP policies - Lead and develop Financial System Analyst(s) and promote an inclusive culture - Drive accounting and reporting requirements in technology and business initiatives - Partner with teams to prioritize and deliver Finance requirements for process transformation - Define application controls for accurate financial reporting - Develop testing strategy, conduct user acceptance testing, and support post-implementation - Maintain strong project governance, change management, and risk communication - Support automation of core GFII processes **Required Skills/ Qualifications:** - Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Accounting, Computer Science, Information System - Understanding of US GAAP requirements and financial control principles - Experience in system development requirements and Finance solutions - Knowledge of Agile delivery concepts and project management methodologies - Strong fin-tech skills, testing approaches, and system controls understanding - Critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and transformation mindset - Ability to analyze complex processes and translate into project steps - Strong data analytics and relationship building skills - Excellent written and verbal communication - Self-motivated, time management skills, and quick learner - Positive attitude and ability to influence in a matrixed organization American Express provides competitive salaries, bonus incentives, financial well-being support, comprehensive benefits, flexible working arrangements, parental leave policies, wellness programs, career development, and training opportunities. Your journey with American Express will be unique, meaningful, and supported every step of the way. Join Team Amex and let's lead the way together.,
