Discover your future at Citi
Working at Citi is far more than just a job. A career with us means joining a team of more than 230,000 dedicated people from around the globe. At Citi, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career, give back to your community and make a real impact.
Job Overview
You're the brains behind our work.
You're ready to bring your knowledge from the classroom to the boardroom, and Citi wants to help you get there. Whether it's honing your skills or building your network, we know that success can't come without growth. Our programs equip you with the knowledge and training you need to play a valuable role in your team and establish a long-term career here.
Citi is looking for Apprentices to join our Finance Team. Here at Citi, the Apprenticeship Program is intended to help you build a broad skill set and accelerate your career growth by gaining exposure to numerous day-to-day activities.
Your time here will look something like this...
The Apprenticeship Program begins with a short induction, providing apprentices with an overview of Citi, a technology training session, and an introduction to Citi's divisions. As an apprentice you will gain hands on work experience with deliverables and will be expected to add value to their teams during the 12 months apprenticeship duration.
We provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed.
The Apprenticeship Program is a 12-months opportunity in India. The Program will provide Apprentices with on-the-job-training supporting one of Citi's Business Groups.
About Controllers
The Controllers organization plays a critical role in safeguarding the integrity of Citi's financial books and records and ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and transparency of financial and regulatory reporting. Controllers partner closely with businesses, Treasury, Risk, Operations, Technology, and other Finance teams to provide trusted financial information that supports decision-making, regulatory compliance, and responsible business growth. The organization is responsible for areas such as financial reporting, balance sheet integrity, reconciliations, controls, governance, regulatory reporting, and finance transformation initiatives. Through a strong focus on accountability, data quality, and operational excellence, Controllers helps maintain a robust control environment and supports the safety and soundness of the firm.
About Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)
FP&A serves as Citi’s trusted business advisor, providing advanced forward-looking analytics that support complex business decisions across the firm. Our mission is to deliver insight, transparency, and strategic financial guidance that enables leadership to anticipate outcomes, optimize resource allocation, and drive long-term performance.
As a business advisory group, FP&A produces and leverages forward-looking trends, tools, and analytics to assess business performance and support management and Finance CFO teams in strategic decision making. The organization delivers this mandate through several core processes, including CCAR, Quarterly Multiyear Multisceanrio Forecast (QMMF), Quarterly Outlook, Weekly Financial Update, Quarterly CEO reviews etc.
Who we think will be a great fit...
We're looking for motivated individuals who are naturally curious and eager to start their careers in financial services. If you have a knack for problem solving, and you enjoy brainstorming creative ideas, Citi is the right place for you! We value diversity and so do you. We'll also be looking for the following:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail.
- Good understanding of Corporate Finance and Accounting
- Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and draw meaningful insights – especially from looking at Firm’s Financials
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Effective collaboration and teamwork skills with the ability to work across diverse teams.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office applications.
- Curiosity, learning agility, and a willingness to develop knowledge of financial reporting, controls, and regulatory processes.
- Demonstrated accountability, professionalism, and a strong sense of ownership.
- Ability to adapt to a dynamic, fast-paced environment and embrace change.
- Interest in process improvement, data management, automation, and transformation initiatives.
- Commitment to maintaining high standards of accuracy, integrity, and control.
We want to hear from you if...
- You are willing to work in shifts as a part of a global team.
- CA + Bachelor’s Degree
- Without prior work experience history
- No ESIC/EFP account
- Ability to relocate domestically
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Skills Required
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
- Good understanding of corporate finance and accounting
- Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and draw meaningful insights from financials
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Effective collaboration and teamwork skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office applications
- Curiosity, learning agility, and willingness to develop knowledge of financial reporting, controls, and regulatory processes
- Accountability, professionalism, and a strong sense of ownership
- Ability to adapt to a dynamic, fast-paced environment and embrace change
- Interest in process improvement, data management, automation, and transformation initiatives
- Commitment to accuracy, integrity, and control
- Willingness to work in shifts as part of a global team
- CA and bachelor's degree
- No prior work experience
- No ESIC/EFP account
- Ability to relocate domestically
Citi Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Citi and has not been reviewed or approved by Citi.
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Healthcare Strength — Benefits coverage is positioned as comprehensive, including health, dental, and vision insurance plus on-site clinics, prescription drug support, and disability coverage. Family-building support such as fertility assistance is described as a notable differentiator within the overall package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are framed as strong, highlighted by a 401(k) with matching and additional plan options like a Roth 401(k). Financial support is reinforced through discounts and broader financial guidance resources tied to the benefits ecosystem.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing support extends beyond insurance through programs like an Employee Assistance Program, counseling/legal resources, and gym or wellness reimbursement. These offerings increase the perceived total rewards value even when cash compensation sentiment varies by role.
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What We Do
Citi's mission is to serve as a trusted partner to our clients by responsibly providing financial services that enable growth and economic progress. Our core activities are safeguarding assets, lending money, making payments and accessing the capital markets on behalf of our clients. We have 200 years of experience helping our clients meet the world's toughest challenges and embrace its greatest opportunities. We are Citi, the global bank – an institution connecting millions of people across hundreds of countries and cities.
