Job Description The FX Exposure Identification CoE is part of the Middle Office Controllership team within Global Treasury Controllership Organization and is responsible for exposure identification analysis pertaining to transactions arising from foreign currency transactions and equity translation exposure arising from AXPs foreign subsidiaries.
Responsibilities:
Identify the foreign currency underlying exposure from Ledger transactions and support GTO in appropriately hedging the fx exposures.
Prepare month end FX exposure adequacy packages for multiple markets to ensure adequate FX hedging across AXP.
Accounting Reporting of FX Trades to hedge the foreign exchange exposure resulting from cross-currency transactions within American Express Company and its
subsidiaries
Lead provide advisory support on companywide initiatives for items pertaining to FX accounting
Support ongoing projects within the team
Maintain accounting controls to ensure compliance with SOX, Bank Holding Company regulations, and AXP internal guidelines.
Lead and participate in projects related to Treasury/Business partner driven initiatives by providing appropriate advisories on FX.
Identify simplification and automation opportunities and work towards implementing them.
Analyze the drivers that impact the PL due to FX and implement controls to mitigate the fx impact.
Technical Skills/Capabilities:
Strong Accounting skills including technical areas of ASC 830 (FAS 52) related to Currency Remeasurement Translation and ASC 815 (FAS 133) related to FX Hedge Accounting, analysis and reporting
Functional Skills/Capabilities:
Ability to lead multiple priorities with excellent attention to detail
Able to challenge status quo effectively communicate to leadership, auditors and regulators
Strong analytical skills and ability to connect business drivers
Strong relationship building skills and ability to influence without direct control
A fast/keen learner with the ability to learn a detailed process quickly and have excellent communication skills
Knowledge of Platforms:
Extensive knowledge of Microsoft office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
Sound knowledge of Oracle Accounting and reporting tools Knowledge of accounting analysis and reporting will be a plus.