Financial Management Full Time 2027 Analyst - Chester

Bank of America; Chester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Bank of America in Chester, United Kingdom, offers a two-year Financial Management Analyst Programme (FMAP) with rotational assignments across CFO functions. You will work on financial planning, analysis, and data management while developing broad accounting and finance skills.

The programme includes partnering with business teams, exposure to CGMA qualification upon completion, and opportunities to learn through formal training and mentorship in a large global bank.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree with completion between September 2026 and July 2027
• On track for a minimum 2:1 degree
• Right to work in the UK; visa sponsorship not available
• Available to join January, April or July 2027

Responsibilities

• Support internal financial planning and management accounting functions.
• Forecast financial and non-financial trends, develop models, and perform financial analysis of business investments.
• Present financial data and analysis to business partners and key stakeholders.
• Collaborate with different internal business functions to develop knowledge of CFO areas.
• Undertake projects and committees to develop leadership skills.

Skills

Teamwork

Leadership

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Intellectual curiosity

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in progress

Job description

EMEA, Chief Finance Office, Financial Management Full Time Analyst 2027

Chester, United Kingdom

About Us

At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day.

Being a Great Place to Work is core to how we drive Responsible Growth. This includes our commitment to being an inclusive workplace, attracting and developing exceptional talent, supporting our teammates’ physical, emotional, and financial wellness, recognising and rewarding performance, and how we make an impact in the communities we serve.

Bank of America is committed to an in-office culture with specific requirements for office-based attendance and which allows for an appropriate level of flexibility for our teammates and businesses based on role-specific considerations.

At Bank of America, you can build a successful career with opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact. Join us!

The team:

• Equities – Business Finance Control
• Data Management
• Global Liquidity Management
• Financial Planning & Analysis
• Cross-Market Services
• Operational Risk and Control

Programme Overview

Joining our Chester office would make you part of one of the largest investment banks in the world, and the only Tier One Investment Bank in the Northwest. As a Financial Analyst, you’ll be part of the team responsible for the overall financial management of Bank of America, ensuring accuracy & control, being the source of timely financial information to both internal & external stakeholders, acting as a trusted business partner, innovating & driving change, and being the firm’s financial conscience. This work helps multinational organisations, governments, and individuals to trade globally and is critical to our success as a bank.

You will be joining the Financial Management Analyst Programme (FMAP), a two-year rotational development programme consisting of two one-year rotation, developing skills in financial and management accounting, corporate and strategic finance, data management and internal treasury functions within the CFO Group. Key responsibilities include partnering with different internal business functions to develop a solid knowledge base of the CFO functional areas and a broad range of skills.

Job expectations include working on projects, research, and activities designed to build business acumen and demonstrate intellectual curiosity. When Analysts complete the programme, they have a better idea of areas they are interested in within CFO and have a unique set of skills to take with them to their next role. In addition to standard business expectations, analysts are required to undertake the CIMA Finance Leadership Programme, which grants the designation of Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) upon completion.

As part of The CFO Group, you will have the opportunity to demonstrate an eye for business and put your problem-solving skills to work. You will learn from and interact with a variety of internal business partners across all areas of the bank, gaining excellent exposure to the industry.

Training and Development

Your training and development is our top priority with extensive formal training offered at the start of the programme in addition to on the job support, educational speaker events and mentorship throughout.

These opportunities include but are not limited to:

• Focused in-person, online, and expert led training sessions on data analysis and acquisition, mechanics of a bank, executive ready presentations and more
• In-business mentorship
• Enterprise executive speaker series
• Continuous educational speakers and events
• Networking events

Responsibilities:

• Taking proactive approach to learning the bank’s products, strategies, opportunities for enhancements, Operational Excellence, culture and CFO Priorities.
• Forecasting financial and non-financial trends, developing models and performing financial analysis of business investments.
• Supporting internal financial planning and management accounting functions.
• Presenting financial data and analysis to business partners and key stakeholders.
• Utilising emerging technologies to simplify and improve processes across the CFO Group.
• Networking with finance executives and FMAP alumni network to cultivate meaningful relationships across various lines of business.
• Advancing leadership skills by leading and/or participating in projects and committees.

Eligibility

• Candidates are required to be pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with a completion time frame between September 2026 and July 2027. Completion means that you have completed all final exams, coursework, and have no outstanding requirements for graduation. Please note that we reserve the right to request evidence of this completion date before extending an offer.
• On track for a minimum 2:1 degree classification (or equivalent)
• To be eligible to apply for a role in Chester, you must have the right to work in the UK as visa sponsorship is not available.
• Must be available to join the programme in either January, April or July 2027.

What We Are Looking For

Essential:

• Team-working, leadership, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills are key qualities, along with the proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a variety of people
• Candidates should possess a high level of intellectual curiosity, a drive for operational excellence and a commitment to achieving sustainable results
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, the ability to adapt to change, be flexible and open minded.
• Candidates who demonstrate integrity and ethics by earning the trust and respect of others through consistent honesty and professionalism in all interactions

Desired:

• The desire to build a rewarding career in a finance team, in the Northwest of the UK.

Our recruitment process

Analyst internship and full-time recruiting takes place on a rolling basis once our applications are open. Assessments often begin before the deadline, so it is best to submit your application early as this will give you the best chance of being considered for the role.

We care deeply about shaping the world of work to be an equal and inclusive one – and that starts with our recruitment process. We know just how important and valuable it is to have a wide range of skills, backgrounds and experiences shaping our work and ideas. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, and we are proud to focus on attracting, retaining and developing diverse talent within Bank of America. Together, we aim to mirror the customers, clients and communities we serve.

We are an equal opportunities employer and ensure that no applicant is subject to less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, age, sexual orientation, being pregnant or on maternity leave, socio-economic background, responsibilities for dependants, physical or mental disability. The Bank selects candidates for interview based on their skills, qualifications and experience.

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