Financial Analyst, U.S. Client Management

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Global Merchant Services (GMS) is the merchant acquirer, processor and marketing partner for the millions of merchants around the world who accept American Express Cards.

The incumbent is part of the Global Merchant Services Global Strategy & Capabilities (GS&C) organization and will support the Client Management teams in the U.S. This position will be responsible for reporting and analyzing U.S. business performance metrics, supporting planning & target setting activities, providing ad-hoc analysis and implementing strategic initiatives. The team also enables U.S. Client Management (CLM) teams to be more effective by helping them manage their performance and by identifying opportunities for improvement through consistent and accurate reporting, analytics and process management.

This is an excellent opportunity for an individual to gain deep knowledge of the Merchant business while building strong relationships with key stakeholders and partners to evolve Client Management reporting and to develop new and insightful analysis. This Analyst should have strong technical and analytical skills, be detail oriented and should be comfortable collaborating with internal customers.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Manage the target setting process working with key stakeholders and leaders in Client Management and GS&C for U.S.
• Undertake in-depth analysis of key business performance metrics, highlighting trends and identifying implications and opportunities for the business
• Collaborate with key business partners throughout GMS MS-U.S. (e.g. Regional GMs, Client Management VPs, Pricing, Finance) to create target Strategy framework and KPI targets.
• Proactively consult with key stakeholders to develop strategies, measurement and analysis methodologies and applications to evaluate the effectiveness of new strategies and tactics to address key business needs.
• Partner and align with various teams including other Regional Planning & Reporting Teams, Finance, Pricing and other GMS teams to ensure consistency.
• Support annual processes such as forecasting, planning, target setting and scorecard processes.
•  Assist in the evaluation of current reporting, identifying opportunities to drive automation, eliminate redundancies and address reporting gaps.

Qualifications:

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong focus on detail and delivery excellence
• Problem solving and project management skills
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing business needs and priorities
• Ability to meet time sensitive senior leadership requests
•  Analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data, provide meaningful insights and deliver relevant analyses
• Strong relationship-building skills
• SQL experience a plus
• Reporting experience a plus
• PowerPoint skills a plus

Salary Range: $60,000.00 to $110,000.00 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.

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• 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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