American Express · 4 hours ago
VP/LFO, Rewards Finance
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$177K/yr - $282K/yr
10+ years expAmerican Express is a company built on a long history of innovation and commitment to its customers and colleagues. The VP/LFO, Rewards Finance will lead a team focused on planning, reporting, forecasting, and analytics for significant financial aspects of the company, fostering strong relationships across various departments to ensure effective rewards programs.
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Responsibilities
Lead a team responsible for end-to-end ownership of the Rewards planning, forecasting, and results analysis processes, which include the annual plan, monthly R&Os, and Long-Range Plan
Ensure financial rigor and integrity each quarter for Rewards Expense, in partnership with Controllership
Build strong relationships with internal and external governance agencies, including internal audit, external auditors, and Model Risk Management teams, in addition to presenting to external oversight agencies, as needed, on model-related matters
Drive decision support activities across US market relating to all rewards constructs, including Membership Rewards and cash rebates [e.g., product construct / design, points, product accelerators and redemption patterns]
Continue momentum to migrate rewards-related data into big data environment to harness the potential of next-generation modelling and analytics capabilities
Oversee and manage team which owns the global Ultimate Redemption Rate models and governance processes
Develop and present materials at quarterly Finance Rewards Committee, Membership Rewards Liability Committee, and Model Risk Aggregate Committee meetings
Provide thought leadership and creativity in solving challenging business problems relating to decision support and/or URR modelling
Lead and develop a team with strong analytical, technical, and financial skills
Qualification
Required
Highly motivated leader with an ability to drive results independently and solve complex problems
Exceptional relationship and collaboration skills, including the ability to work in a highly matrixed environment across marketing, finance, technologies, and compliance
Strong analytics skillset paired with exemplary communication skills with the ability to break down complex ideas into understandable/actionable messages and tailor messages to non-technical audiences
Strong business acumen, strategic thinking, and a point of view on the evolution of Rewards
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple, disparate projects concurrently without sacrificing quality
Track record of effectively coaching and developing colleagues
Ability to make well-reasoned recommendations, from financial, academic, and strategic points of view
10+ years of relevant work experience
Bachelor's Degree required
Preferred
Knowledge of data mining and analytics languages/techniques [e.g., SQL and / or SAS] preferred
advanced degree in relevant field preferred
Benefits
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
Company
American Express
American Express is a financial services company that provides credit cards, charge cards, payment solutions, and related services.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Leadership Team
Brett Mooney
CEO & Country Manager, American Express Canada
Stephen J. Squeri
Chairman and CEO
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