Business Analyst

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. As part of Team Amex, you'll experience this 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.

How will you make an impact in this role?

The  Business Analyst role, is an exciting and dynamic role within the Argentina ICS (International Card Services) Strategy & Business Planning team which offers the opportunity to partner directly with the Marketing and Product department to support the planning and budget control  functions for strategic and business initiatives. The role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of areas such as:

• Support Accounting month-end closing process in adherence to company policies.
• Actively support ICS Argentina Annual Planning process with focus on Investment Optimization.
• Collaborate with cross- functional teams to track progress on initiatives, budgets, and forecasts, encoring alignment with organizational goals. 
• Develop and maintain customized management reports and dashboards that provide insights on operational efficiency, cost control and strategic objectives. 
• Conduct variance analysis, identifying trends, risks and opportunities, and present actionable recommendations to management. 
• Support the preparation of business cases, financial models and ad hoc analysis in partnership with Finance as required. 
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, corporate guidelines and regulatory requirements. 
• Provide analytical support for internal audits, process reviews and management presentations. 
• Office as ICS Business Continuity Plan developer.
• Support  Argentina General Manager Office generating presentations for business unit review sessions, town halls, etc.
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or finalizing studies in areas related to Economic Sc., Administration, Finance, etc.
• Detail oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to analyze data, identify trends, and evaluate risk scenarios effectively
• Ability to communicate effectively (both written and verbally), including the ability to synthesize a lot of information into clear and compelling presentations
• Excellent relationship building and partner management, and comfort working across various levels within an organization to drive results.
• Proactive and motivated self-starter. A proven ability to challenge the status quo, improve existing processes, and lead through ambiguity
• Advanced English oral and written
• Proficient in MS Excel
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of  Finance systems (ORACLE; TM1)
• Experience with planning, forecasting, budget and cost control
• Experience in process governance, with an understanding of processes that align with policies, regulatory frameworks, and/or operational standards

 

We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones' physical, financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally:

• Competitive base salaries 
• Bonus incentives 
• Support for financial-well-being and retirement 
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits (depending on location) 
• Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need 
• Generous paid parental leave policies (depending on your location) 
• 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
  

Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.