Financial Analysis - Associate

Job Description
You are a strategic thinker passionate about driving solutions in Financial Analysis . You have found the right team.
As a Financial Analysis- Associate, within Corporate Finance, you will analyze financials and prepare reporting, while identifying opportunities to streamline and minimize cycle times through process improvement. In addition, you will assist your team and peer groups with special projects to support firmwide strategic initiatives. This role provides a unique opportunity to interact with cross-functional teams such as Human Resources, Executive Compensation, Corporate Sector & Firmwide Planning & Analysis, Line of Business finance teams, HR Controllers, Chief Investment Office/Treasury, Risk and the Regulatory Capital Management Office to achieve financial, strategic, and control objectives.
In addition to budgeting and forecasting, the team is responsible for expense allocations, financial analysis and reporting for compensation and benefit programs across the firm.
Job Responsibilities:

• Prepare for and execute month end analysis and forecasting processes, working closely with HR Controllers, Planning & Analysis teams, HR, and Lines of Business to ensure accurate deliverables
• Support preparation of firmwide HR-related budget guidance and variance explanations to Lines of Business
• Calculate and manage expense allocations impacting all global locations and firmwide Lines of Business
• Prepare variance analysis for firmwide Line of Business impacts of expense allocations
• Perform various projects and ad-hoc analyses for senior Finance and HR leaders

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

• 3 years of experience in Financial Planning and Analysis or Accounting/Controlling
• Strong Excel skills required with financial reporting (Hyperion Essbase, Anaplan, IBM Cognos TM1)
• Experience with analytical reviews and problem solving, attention to detail, and ability to analyze large data sets and present conclusions concisely
• Inquisitive, eager to learn, and comfortable challenging the status quo
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate complex issues clearly
• Track record of leading or supporting initiatives with challenging timelines
• Highly motivated and able to perform under pressure in fast-paced environments
• Team player with the ability to develop relationships as a trusted business partner
• Self-starter with excellent time management and prioritization skills

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting with Master's degree and/or CPA preferred
• Automation technology (Alteryx, Xceptor, UiPath) experience preferred

About Us
JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
About the Team
Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we're setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.