Director - Controller

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This role is within the Controllership Organization supporting AMEX Assurance Company (AAC), a wholly owned subsidiary of American Express Company.  AAC is primarily a property and casualty travel-related insurance company that underwrites fee-based insurance and no additional charge (NAC) insurance products for US Card Members.  The AAC Controller will lead a team of Controllership professionals responsible for ensuring the appropriate accounting and reporting for AAC.

The Director will have oversight over the month-end GAAP and Statutory accounting performed by the team.  They will ensure accurate and timely delivery of monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting and reporting as well as statutory filings to the state/municipalities, the National Association of Insurance Commissioners, and AM Best insurance rating agency.   The Director presents to the AAC Board, leads internal/external audits and works closely with the AAC President and product team on advisory support including review of new product offerings. As a member of the AAC Reserve committee, the Director is responsible for reviewing and setting reserves consistent with actuarial analysis and experience as well as evaluating changes in reserves.  The successful candidate will be skilled at prioritizing, organizing teams and an effective communicator that can build strong business relationships. 

How will you make an impact in this role?

• Lead a team of 3 colleagues, ensuring progress against team goals while also having a strong focus on career and development.
• Provide financial reporting advice to all AAC partners
• Lead the execution of close-related activities including accounting and reporting for the AAC legal entity
• Ensure accurate and timely delivery of all statutory filings
• Responsible for effective operation of control and compliance-related activities
• Manage internal and external audits
• Build relationships with the AAC Board and product partners to understand business priorities
• Oversight of third parties involved in accounting and reporting

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of financial and accounting experience
• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Experience in property and casualty insurance is a plus 
• A proven people leader who can inspire, influence, and generate followership.
• Highly motivated individual with an ability to drive results, prioritize across multiple projects and work with ambiguity
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated comfort in navigating ambiguity, keeps calm under pressure, and can operate in a fast-paced environment
• Proven ability to collaborate across multiple functional teams and providing solutions to business/accounting challenges.

Salary Range: $130,000.00 to $205,000.00 annually + bonus + equity (if applicable) + 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.

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 
• 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

For a full list of Team Amex benefits, visit our Colleague Benefits Site.

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Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the U.S. is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for this position.

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Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the United States is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.