VP/LFO, Technology Operations & FinOps Finance - job 3 of 4

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Description

American Express Technology is a critical Enterprise Service, serving as the backbone for all we do, from providing the underlying infrastructure of the company to building core products and services we deliver to our customers.  The vision of Technology is to power American Express growth with trust and efficiency.  Financial decision support is a key ingredient to enabling this vision, and the Vice President - Technology Operations & FinOps Finance will be responsible for providing this support to the Technology Operations organization.  The VP will partner closely with the Technology Leadership Team to identify and execute cost optimization practices, provide financial results reporting, lead planning & forecasting for the Tech Operations budget ($2B+), and provide financial oversight and due diligence for large-scale technology strategic initiatives.

• You will partner closely with Technology and Finance teams to make the following impacts:
• Drive key decision support and analytics for $2B+ Technology Operations budget and provide end-to-end support of broader Technology initiatives
• Identify and implement opportunities for process improvement and automation to increase transparency, while strengthening governance around Technology Operations
• Analyze, prepare, and communicate Results, Plans, and Outlook to Senior Leadership and Technology business partners in line with planning processes and timelines
• Perform financial due diligence on complex hardware and software deals
• Provide strategic thought and technical leadership in the planning and execution of large-scale Technology initiatives from ideation to implementation
• Partner with the Business to evolve the Enterprise FinOps practice, providing consumption visibility of Technology Operations costs in conjunction with increased Public Cloud adoption
• Perform due diligence on new M&As, specifically ensuring integration and/or divestiture needs for Technology are embedded in the up-front deal financials
• Lead a team of professionals in New York and Phoenix
• Support ad hoc analyses as needs arise
• Build tools and capabilities to support all of the above

Qualifications: 

• 10+ years leading, developing, and mentoring high-performing teams
• Experience in leading financial planning & analysis, or related function
• Experience in driving transformational change – setting organizational objectives, collaborating and influencing constituents, and building and inspiring teams
• Prior direct experience and active working knowledge of FinOps practices
• Superior problem-solving, organizational and analytical skills, strong learning agility and willingness to embrace new challenges
• Confident and clear communication and relationship building skills, with the ability to influence executive leaders and drive progress in decision-making
• Proven track record of driving results across multiple channels and initiatives in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Strong relationship leader with ability to influence and collaborate across organizational boundaries.  Adept at balancing priorities and customers to manage tight deadlines
• Strong working knowledge of data systems and tools is a plus.
• Prior experience in or supporting technology is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree or professional certification preferred

Salary Range: $185,000.00 to $260,000.00 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 our colleagues and their loved ones with benefits and programs that support their holistic well-being. That means we prioritize their physical, financial, and mental health through each stage of life. Benefits include:

• 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.

American Express is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law. American Express will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including, but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. For positions covered by federal and/or state banking regulations, American Express will comply with such regulations as it relates to the consideration of applicants with criminal convictions.

We back our colleagues with the support they need to thrive, professionally and personally. That's why we have Amex Flex, our enterprise working model that provides greater flexibility to colleagues while ensuring we preserve the important aspects of our unique in-person culture. Depending on role and business needs, colleagues will either work onsite, in a hybrid model (combination of in-office and virtual days) or fully virtually.

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

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