Job Description

Opportunity to Be a Part of "Balance Sheet Assurance (BSA-S&B)" GFO - Global Record to Report, Controllership, Global Finance Team in India

• Supporting end-to-end BSA – S&B functions for one or more US and International markets.
• End-to-end accounting of Salaries and Benefits (S&B), including ensuring the adequacy of all long- and short-term colleague-related liabilities, Net Pay, statutory liabilities, PIT, Social Security Cost, Garnishments, etc.
• Monthly Trial Balance Review to ensure accuracy and completeness of S&B bookings.
• Reconciliation of bank accounts, all regulatory liability accounts, employee loan & receivables accounts, suspense & clearing accounts, etc., in accordance with the Balance Sheet Account Reconciliations Procedure, including research and clearance of open reconciling items.
• Support maintaining a healthy status of Balance Sheet Reconciliations for accounts under BSA S&B ownership.
• Support the S&B Reporting process for the respective US and International markets, including Severance Reporting, Colleague Loan Reporting for BHC submission, Entity Responsibility Center Reporting to multiple Business Units, etc.
• Support US GAAP and Local GAAP audits for the Salaries and Benefits report line for the respective US and International markets.
• Support the GL workstream for all upstream Payroll & Benefit system changes and projects.
• Timely escalation of matters requiring leadership intervention.
• Independently liaise with Payroll Vendors and other key stakeholders, analyzing and resolving Salaries & Benefits-related critical issues to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills to ensure seamless accomplishment of day-to-day deliverables.
• Actively participate in process improvement initiatives and provide periodic status updates to the Leadership Team.

• Supporting end-to-end BSA – S&B functions for one or more US and International markets.
• End-to-end accounting of Salaries and Benefits (S&B), including ensuring the adequacy of all long- and short-term colleague-related liabilities, Net Pay, statutory liabilities, PIT, Social Security Cost, Garnishments, etc.
• Monthly Trial Balance Review to ensure accuracy and completeness of S&B bookings.
• Reconciliation of bank accounts, all regulatory liability accounts, employee loan & receivables accounts, suspense & clearing accounts, etc., in accordance with the Balance Sheet Account Reconciliations Procedure, including research and clearance of open reconciling items.
• Support maintaining a healthy status of Balance Sheet Reconciliations for accounts under BSA S&B ownership.
• Support the S&B Reporting process for the respective US and International markets, including Severance Reporting, Colleague Loan Reporting for BHC submission, Entity Responsibility Center Reporting to multiple Business Units, etc.
• Support US GAAP and Local GAAP audits for the Salaries and Benefits report line for the respective US and International markets.
• Support the GL workstream for all upstream Payroll & Benefit system changes and projects.
• Timely escalation of matters requiring leadership intervention.
• Independently liaise with Payroll Vendors and other key stakeholders, analyzing and resolving Salaries & Benefits-related critical issues to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills to ensure seamless accomplishment of day-to-day deliverables.
• Actively participate in process improvement initiatives and provide periodic status updates to the Leadership Team.
  
  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.