The opportunity
The ledger is honest, the deadlines are firm, and the Accountant who thrives at American Express respects both. This junior opening gives you $65,000 - $97,000, hands-on ownership, and the mentorship to keep growing in finance.
Key Responsibilities
- Translate Presentation Skills dashboards into plain language for non-finance leaders
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and VA tax regulations
- Forecast working capital tight enough to avoid a mission-soaked cash crunch
- Hold the line on capitalization policy across every finance project
- Own the accounts-payable cycle from invoice intake through final disbursement
- Map intercompany flows so consolidation never throws a surprise
- Keep the audit trail so fast-growing that questions answer themselves
- Pressure-test pricing models before they reach the American Express board
What You'll Bring
- The judgment to say no to good ideas at the wrong time
- Proven follow-through, measured in shipped things rather than good intentions
- Demonstrated calm when an Arlington, VA client changes scope mid-stream
- Adaptability and resilience when facing shifting requirements
For over 1 years, American Express has built innovative solutions that help teams in Arlington, VA get more done. Our Arlington, VA team moves at a steady, sustainable pace and protects time for deep, focused Payroll Processing work.
Step in at $65,000 - $97,000, climb with structured growth, lean on a mentor, and take the flexibility American Express is genuinely proud of.
Our team checks new Accountant applications every single business day.
Submit your resume today and take the first step toward joining American Express.
What we're looking for
- Payroll Processing
- Financial Reporting
- External Audit
- CIA Certification
- Resilience
- Presentation Skills
What you'll get
- Pet insurance
- Military leave
- Unlimited PTO
- Standing desk and ergonomic equipment
- Charitable Giving
- Work from anywhere policy
- Frequent flyer program enrollment
- Referral bonus program
- Compressed Workweek
- Auto and home insurance discounts
- Competitive base salary