Finance Associate

FinanceInfos; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Adoption & fertility support

Commuting subsidies

Generous PTO

Comprehensive health benefits

401(k) savings plan

Student debt assistance

Job summary

ING Americas in New York is seeking a Finance Associate to monitor the financial targets and help guide the business toward its commercial strategy. You will partner with FM Management, traders, and cross-functional teams to drive accurate reporting.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Finance, Economics, or related field and at least 3 years of relevant experience, with strong skills in Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, and Python. Certification Series 7/63/99 is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in finance reporting or control.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related field.
• Certification Series 7, 63, or 99 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Act as a business partner with FM Management, traders and support teams.
• Develop and refine financial reporting (actuals/rolling forecast).
• Dynamic planning (budget) aligned to global targets and local initiatives.
• Monitor KPIs, analyze data, and identify areas for improvement.
• Prepare and analyze financial results; understand income, expenses & balance sheet movements.
• Produce quarterly forecasts and monthly reviews with FM leaders.
• Present trading performance, market trends and business development activities.
• Collaborate with Regulatory to ensure alignment with changes.

Skills

Finance analysis

KPI tracking

Stakeholder mgmt

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Economics/Accounting

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Power BI

Python

Job description

Job Highlights

• Title Finance Associate
• Type Full Time
• Experience 3+ Years
• Function Financial Marketing
• Location New York, NY, United States
• Company ING Americas

Company Profile

ING Americas (an arm of ING Group) provides wholesale banking services, including lending, capital markets, sustainable finance, and transaction services, supporting corporate clients across diverse industry sectors.

Job Profile

The bank is hiring a Finance Associate who will monitor the financial targets and help guide the business in achieving the overall commercial strategy.

Be in constant communication with senior leaders and traders, while also interacting with teams supporting the trading platform in the business support areas (ex., Risk, COO).

Be provided ample opportunity to communicate key messages, bring forth new initiatives/strategic plans and utilise independent and creative thinking.

Interact within the global network to build strong relationships across the Financial Markets network.

Education Level

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting or related fields

Work Experience

• 3+ years of relevant product control or reporting experience (ex., risk management)

License/Certification

• Certification Series 7, 63, or 99 (preferred)

Duties/Responsibilities

• Acting as a business partner on the Financial Markets platform, which requires continuous engagement with FM Management, FM trading desks, Finance and other support teams (CRO, COO, IT)
• Continued development and refinement of financial reporting based on in-depth knowledge of the business needs (actuals/rolling forecast).
• Dynamic Planning (budget) in line with global targets and local initiatives
• Monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs), analysing data, and identifying areas for improvement.
• Preparation and analysis of the financial results; understanding categorical income, expenses and balance sheet developments
• Prepare quarterly forecasting (reviewed monthly) in line with FM business leaders and recent business performance
• Prepare reports and presentations on trading performance, market trends, and business development activities.
• Liaising with the local Regulatory team to ensure alignment with best practices and regulation changes
• Responsible for presenting ongoing business performance to business stakeholders, which includes:
• Product monitoring and developments
• Ad-hoc analysis and analytical reviews
• Support and measurement of key strategic initiatives
• Share insights and challenge the existing business performance
• Collaboration on new business development proposals

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Ability to accurately track and analyse key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the effectiveness of trading strategies and identify areas for improvement
• Ability to identify and resolve complex trading challenges.
• Ability to prioritise tasks, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines
• Analytical and independent thinking
• Clear and accurate communication, both written and verbal
• Deep understanding of financial markets, trading strategies, and relevant regulations (Banks, Broker Dealer and Swap Dealer)
• Detail-oriented and self-organised
• Strong skills in using Excel, PowerPoint, and other relevant software (ex., Power BI, Python).
• Strong stakeholder management skills to navigate different points of view
• Take it on and make it happen mindset
• Understanding of financial statements, budgeting, and financial analysis

Working Conditions

• Collaboration with finance and business teams
• Fast-paced, deadline-driven workload
• Occasional extended hours during reporting cycles
• Office-based corporate work environment
• Regular computer and analytical tasks

Benefits/Perks

• Adoption, surrogacy, and fertility support
• Commuting and fitness subsidies
• Competitive paid time off (PTO)
• Comprehensive health benefits
• Generous 401(k) savings plan
• Student debt assistance

Employer’s Statement

ING is an Equal Opportunity Employer.