Job Description

The Finance trainee apprentice will support key forecasting, analytics, automation, and process transformation initiatives within the International Net Loss Provision Forecasting team. This role offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in financial forecasting, data analytics, automation, and emerging AI technologies while working on high-impact business problems while experiencing the dynamic world of Amex Finance every day.

• Support the development, maintenance, and enhancement of forecasting and analytical processes for international credit loss and reserve forecasting.

• Analyze large and complex datasets to identify trends, drivers, variances, and emerging portfolio risks to support business decision-making.

• Develop and maintain automation solutions using Python, SQL, Excel, and other analytical tools to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of forecasting processes.

• Assist in the design and implementation of reporting solutions, dashboards, and analytical tools that provide actionable insights to stakeholders.

• Demonstrates ability to understand system architecture and interlinkages

• Identify opportunities to optimize and enhance existing reporting processes and workflows through automation

• Collaborate with other Finance teams/functions in gathering relevant and reliable information to meet the requirements of the role

• Provide tactical support to ongoing projects

• Assist in preparation/refresh of standard operating procedures

• Ensure adherence to company’s financial policies

• Leverage Generative AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, and Custom GPTs to improve productivity, streamline workflows, and enhance analytical capabilities.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Information Technology or equivalent, with(out) maximum of 11 months of experience

• Hands-on experience on SQL/Python/other programming languages.

• Basic understanding of Finance concepts and, appreciation of role and criticality of Finance in a multinational company

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Exhibits positive attitude, agility and willingness to learn and develop
  
  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:
  

• Cab facility as per policy

• Free meals as per policy

• Work from office – Minimum 3 days a week

• Training and development opportunities

• American Express is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law.
  Offer of contractual employment as an Apprentice with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.
  Apprentices will be required to abide by Blue Box values and always maintain Code of Conduct.

At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values and Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and colleagues. From delivering differentiated products to providing world-class customer service, we operate with a strong risk mindset, ensuring we continue to uphold our brand promise of trust, security, and service.

As part of Team Amex, you’ll experience our powerful backing with comprehensive support for your holistic well-being and many opportunities to learn new skills, develop as a leader, and grow your career. Here, your voice and ideas matter, your work makes an impact, and together, you will help us define the future of American Express.