Financial Analyst is responsible for strengthening the Finance Governance function in Mexico Controllership by ensuring compliance with local regulatory requirements, supporting internal and external audits, and maintaining a robust internal control environment.

The role drives governance initiatives that mitigate risk, enhance operational efficiency, and ensure alignment with local and global policies. Working collaboratively with Finance, Lines of Business, senior leadership, auditors, and regulators, this position plays a key role in safeguarding the organization's control framework and supporting sound financial governance.

Responsibilities

Responsible for monitoring of any new Regulatory Requirements in Mexico - Monitor and assess changes to regulatory reportings, submissions and/or financial presentation on a monthly basis e.g. Statistics and Geography (INEGI), General Corporations Law (LGSM), Mexico financial reporting standars (NIF) and other regulators. Support the Manager Governance to evaluate and appropriately incorporate into their internal controls, with respect to improving their effectiveness and efficiency, recommendations from Internal Audit, External auditors, and Regulators.

Responsible for the preparation of Financial Statement disclosure (Local GAAP).

Responsible for performing/overseeing testing and monitoring of spreadsheet controls policy within the market; Quarterly certification process and annual testing of the effectiveness of High Risk Spreadsheet controls.

Qualifications

- Bachelor degree on Public accountant.
- Accounting, finance designation preferred (CA / CPA / CGA).
- Bank Accounting knowledge is a plus.
- Knowledge of USGAAP and local GAAPs, IFRS accounting standard is a plus.
- At least 2-3 years audit experience.
- Demonstrated knowledge of and/or practical experience using Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to enhance productivity, automate routine tasks, improve data analysis, and support decision-making.



Familiarity with generative AI solutions and the ability to responsibly leverage AI technologies within a financial control and governance environment is considered a strong advantage.
- Strong written and verbal english & spanish communication skills.

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. From delivering differentiated products to providing world-class customer service, we operate with a strong risk mindset, ensuring we continue to uphold our brand promise of trust, security, and service.

As part of Team Amex, you’ll experience our 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.

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 general 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.

📌 Financial Analyst (Ciudad de México)
🏢 American Express
📍 Ciudad de México