Senior Financial Analyst

American Express

Senior Financial Analyst preparing compliant Federal Reserve filings for American Express and its subsidiaries. Supporting reporting automation, analytical processes, regulatory inquiries, and cross-functional financial controls.

Posted 8/5/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $78,000 - $124,750 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong analytical and project management skills to prepare regulatory filings and ensure compliance with Federal Reserve requirements. Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint, with a focus on process improvement and effective communication with stakeholders.

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Regulatory Reporting ExperienceExcel ProficiencyAnalytical SkillsProject ManagementCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Regulatory FilingsFinancial ReportingData AnalysisProcess ImprovementComplianceAccountingAutomationDocumentation PreparationReporting ProceduresAttention to Detail

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingCollaborationTime ManagementTeam PlayerThought Leadership

Tools & Technologies

PowerPointAXP Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

CPAMaster's Degree in Finance or Accounting

Industry Keywords

Federal ReserveU.S. Regulatory ReportingSEC ReportingLiquidity ReportingNSFRLCR

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare regulatory filings and supporting documentation/schedules.
Ensure report compliance with Federal Reserve and other regulatory reporting requirements, internal review procedures, and applicable policies.
Support projects transforming regulatory report preparation, including automation and simplification.
Support Managers and Director in responding to Federal Reserve, General Counsel’s Office, and other regulatory inquiries.
Support implementation of analytical and reporting processes, procedures, and systems using the Company’s control framework.
Coordinate with Subject Matter Experts and Global Reporting leaders.
Display thought leadership and support work/life balance initiatives.
Prepare quarterly/monthly filings reporting financial and non-financial information for American Express and subsidiary legal entities.
Apply problem-solving, planning, analytical, project-management, collaboration, and coordination skills to drive continuous improvement and innovation.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in finance-related fields along with experience in Accounting/Reporting
Strong proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
Excellent communication and presentation skills, including conveying complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders, senior leaders, and regulators
Ability to translate ideas into analyses with measurable business impact and demonstrate thought leadership that informs decision-making
Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, with strong follow-up and attention to detail, in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and compliance
Self-driven, team player with analytical skills and an inclination for process improvement
Understanding of the financial domain and AXP systems
Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the United States; the company will not pursue visa sponsorship
Prior U.S. regulatory/SEC reporting or public accounting experience is a plus
Master’s degree in Finance or accounting and CPA are preferred
Regulatory/external reporting experience is preferable
Exposure to liquidity reporting, NSFR, or LCR is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base salaries
Bonus incentives
6% 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