Financial Analyst

Description Job Description : The FX Exposure Identification CoE is part of the Middle Office Controllership team within Global Treasury Controllership Organization and is responsible for exposure identification & analysis pertaining to transactions arising from foreign currency transactions and equity translation exposure arising from AXPs foreign subsidiaries. Responsibilities · Identify the foreign currency underlying exposure from Ledger transactions and support GTO in appropriately hedging the fx exposures · Prepare month end FX exposure adequacy packages for multiple markets to ensure adequate FX hedging across AXP · Accounting & Reporting of FX Trades to hedge the foreign exchange exposure resulting from cross-currency transactions within American Express Company and its subsidiaries · Lead & provide advisory support on companywide initiatives for items pertaining to FX accounting · Support ongoing projects within the team · Maintain accounting controls to ensure compliance with SOX, Bank Holding Company regulations, and AXP internal guidelines. · Lead and participate in projects related to Treasury/Business partner driven initiatives by providing appropriate advisories on FX. · Identify simplification and automation opportunities and work towards implementing them · Analyze the drivers that impact the P&L due to FX and implement controls to mitigate the fx impact Qualifications Technical Skills/Capabilities: Strong Accounting skills including technical areas of ASC 830 (FAS 52) related to Currency Remeasurement & Translation and ASC 815 (FAS 133) related to FX Hedge Accounting, analysis and reporting Functional Skills/Capabilities: · Ability to lead multiple priorities with excellent attention to detail · Able to challenge status quo & effectively communicate to leadership, auditors and regulators · Strong analytical skills and ability to connect business drivers · Strong relationship building skills and ability to influence without direct control · A fast/keen learner with the ability to learn a detailed process quickly and have excellent communication skills Knowledge of Platforms: · Extensive knowledge of Microsoft office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) · Sound knowledge of Oracle Accounting and reporting tools,

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tools & Knowledge of accounting analysis and reporting will be a plus