Financial Analyst

Company: American Express
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Location: London
Job Description:

Overview

In this role you will drive analytical support for ICS FP&A, shaping forecasts and P&L insights for the Account Margin vertical. You collaborate with cross-functional partners to translate data into actionable guidance for senior Finance leaders. You will lead analytical workstreams on high-priority transformation projects, improving forecasting accuracy and delivering strategic recommendations. This high-visibility position offers exposure to senior leaders and a chance to influence long-term planning and business outcomes.

Responsibilities

  • Lead analytical workstreams on high-priority transformation projects across Account Margin vertical (CoCMS, Card Fees, AIF/CIF)
  • Produce performance analyses for Finance and leadership to identify risks and opportunities in Fee Revenue and COCMS costs
  • Develop and improve forecasting models with a focus on data-driven decision making and GenAI-enabled insights
  • Collaborate with ICS LFO partners to embed strategic insights into long-term analytic processes
  • Own ICS Account Margin analysis and support Outlook, Annual Plan, and Long-Range planning with deep dives to understand drivers

Key requirements

  • Excellent analytical skills with extensive use of big data / GenAI analytical tools and P&L analytics
  • Financial analysis and modelling skills to identify trends and inform senior management decisions
  • Solid understanding of P&Ls and card economics
  • Strong communication and storytelling with data
  • Motivated, curious, and able to work on ambiguous, complex projects
  • Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills
  • Flexibility to adapt in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
  • strong communication
  • relationship-building
  • collaboration
  • Cornerstone
  • Lumi
  • SQL

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Posted: October 1st, 2026