Financial Analyst

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Credit & Fraud Risk Finance team delivers fact-based, decision-driven and high-impact Net Loss Provision forecasts and credit-risk related insights and deep analytics. The key objective is to drive prudent financial decisions and support credit-risk strategies while ensuring adherence to governance and controls.

This position will be part of a highly talented team with strong intellectual curiosity.

How will you make an impact in this role?

The Analyst for US Card Net Loss Provision will play key role in the Credit Risk and Fraud Finance team by delivering Reserves and provision forecasts in addition to deep insights for overall US Consumer and Small Business portfolios. The Analyst will work across finance and risk, liaising with key stakeholders to deliver on our key business objectives, build upon our strategic vision and strengthen our team culture. They will drive accurate, comprehensive, and reliable estimates for the Net Loss Provisions for the US Card portfolio. As part of the team, you will have the opportunity to learn and use the latest data tools and technologies and explore a range of roles to grow your career.

• Leverage quantitative skills to support forecasting, results and analysis for US Reserves and Loss Provision
• Use statistical and quantitative techniques to develop and enhance forecasting models, including data selection, validation, ongoing monitoring and governance, utilizing cutting edge techniques and platforms.
• Perform corporate planning and financial planning and analysis to serve as the basis for key internal and external communications and decisions.
• Update model documentation submitted to internal validation teams and external regulators
• Conduct sensitivity analysis and scenario planning to access potential outcomes and risks across International markets
• Partner with various cross-functional teams, including Controllership, Corporate Planning, and Risk
• Conduct deep dives on credit metrics and emerging trends to identify risks and opportunities, inflection points, and key drivers of portfolio performance.
• Communicate results and insights with peers and senior leadership across Finance and Risk.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or above in a quantitative field such as mathematics, statistics, data science, or engineering
• Strong understanding of statistical/predictive models, data extraction and analytical techniques using complex financial database
• Hands-on experience in developing scalable models using statistical software such as Python, R, Excel, with visualization in Power BI or Tableau

Preferred Qualifications

• Coding skills in Python, R, VBA preferred
• Advanced skills in SQL including Postgres, Hive, and BigQuery.
• Ability to break down complex ideas into understandable and actionable messages
• Ability to provide thought leadership and creativity in solving challenging business problems

Considerations for sponsorship:

Depending on factors such as business unit requirements, the nature of the position, cost and applicable laws,

American Express may provide visa sponsorship for certain positions

Salary Range: $55,000.00 to $105,000.00 annually bonus benefits

The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we’ll consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors.

We back our colleagues and their loved ones with benefits and programs that support their holistic well-being. That means we prioritize their physical, financial, and mental health through each stage of life. Benefits include:

• 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

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