American Express is a global financial services company best known for its credit card, charge card, and traveler’s cheque businesses. The Manager of Data Science will drive strategic decisions for the business by applying statistical and machine learning techniques, while working closely with the Finance Data Science & Analytics team. This role involves gathering and analyzing data to provide actionable recommendations that support profitable growth for the company.
Leverage quantitative skills to provide decision support to business teams on key initiatives
Assist in developing/enhancing lend metric predictive modeling that incorporates card member behaviors and increased level of data granularity
Use machine learning techniques to improve forecasts and produce business insights; leverage visualization and reporting tools
Understand and adopt emerging technology that can affect the application of the quantitative analytical approaches and technique to solve business problems
Partner across Finance, Risk and Business to derive strategic insights and evaluate profitability
Ensure the flow of accurate and complete financial information by liaising between internal and external reporting and broader finance organization.
Provide thought leadership into key findings and actionable recommendations to influence business strategy
Perform corporate planning and financial planning and analysis that serve as the basis for key internal and external communications.
Develop product profitability analytics to support investment and strategic decisions
Help maintain documentation for monthly CFO management reporting, quarterly results, business events, and accounting changes. Support internal and external reporting by performing year-over-year financial analysis.
Ensure integrity of financial information for internal and external stakeholders. Identify financial control gaps and opportunities for efficiencies and create enhancements.
Qualification
Required
+ Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in a quantitative field
+ 2+ years of experience
+ Proficiency in Python, SQL, R or Hive
+ Statistical/Predictive modeling knowledge and experience
+ Highly motivated individual with desire to work on ambiguous projects; With the ability to break down and execute on complex ideas
+ Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with good attention to detail
+ Ability to solve ad hoc business problems independently and manage multiple priorities and projects while adhering to deadlines
+ Strong desire and ability to learn
Preferred
Benefit
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
American Express is a global financial services company best known for its credit card, charge card, and traveler’s cheque businesses.
