Associate - Financial Analysis

JPMorgan Chase & Co.; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,400,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase & Co. in Bengaluru seeks an FP&A professional to lead budgeting and forecasting for the Cards & Connected Commerce segment, presenting insights to senior management and supporting strategic initiatives.

The role requires 4+ years in FP&A, strong Excel and PowerPoint skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment across multiple teams.

Qualifications

• Graduation in Finance & Accounting.
• 4+ years of overall experience in Financial Planning & Analysis.
• Self-starter in fast-paced, results-driven environment with integrity and a strong work ethic.
• Comfort with changing priorities; team oriented, inquisitive, and able to anticipate internal client needs.
• Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and maintain composure in a dynamic setting.
• Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Excel, PowerPoint, and Essbase.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate budgeting and forecasting process for the Cards & Connected Commerce business.
• Develop, consolidate and present qualitative and quantitative financial analysis including budgets and forecasts.
• Serve as liaison between Firm-wide P&A and business/functional teams for reporting and insights.
• Produce presentations and materials for senior management; support ad-hoc projects.
• Conduct deep-dive analyses to identify root causes and propose solutions.
• Collaborate with partners across P&A and lines of business to deliver initiatives.
• Build relationships with key stakeholders across the firm.

Skills

Financial planning & analysis

Analytical thinking

Communication

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Education

Graduation in Finance & Accounting

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Essbase

Job description

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) is primarily responsible for leading and coordinating the budgeting and forecasting process, including the short- and long-term projection over varying economic scenarios. FP&A operates in close cooperation with firmwide groups in each line of business to prepare management reports and presentations for the Operating Committee and the Board of Directors.

Job Responsibilities

• Ensure coordinating the budgeting and forecasting process for the Cards & Connected Commerce business
• Develop, consolidate and present insightful and robust qualitative and quantitative financial analysis including annual budget, quarterly/monthly forecast variances
• Serve as a liaison between Firm-wide P&A, lines of business, Functional Finance teams and other support teams in order to provide impactful reporting, planning and insightful analyses
• Produce presentations, analysis and supporting materials for key internal clients including senior management; participate and support ad-hoc special projects and requests as needed
• Conduct "deep dive" analyses on key issues impacting client to determine root cause and propose solutions
• Collaborate with business partners across P&A, lines of business and the firm to ensure the timely, accurate and effective delivery of recurring and ad-hoc initiatives
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key business stakeholders: firm-wide, Functional Finance and lines of business teams

Required qualifications, Capabilities & Skills

• Graduation in Finance & Accounting
• 4+ years of overall experience in Financial Planning & Analysis
• Self-starter who is able to work in a fast paced, results driven environment Sound judgment, professional maturity and personal integrity, strong work ethic, proactive and results-oriented, and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Candidate must be comfortable with frequently changing priorities. Team oriented, inquisitive, critical thinker who anticipates questions from internal clients and senior management
• Ability to comprehend and clearly communicate complex concepts and maintain composure in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Excellent organizational, management, and both verbal and written communication skills
• Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem solving skills.
• Ability to navigate multiple data sets and synthesize into cohesive presentation and recommendations Strong technical and analytical skills, including Excel, PowerPoint, Essbase,

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• CFA, CPA, MBA, preferably within the banking or financial services industry