Financial Analyst – Finance Leadership Development Program

Nichols College; Dudley (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilltop Holdings’ Finance Leadership Development Program is a two‑year early career rotation designed to build expertise in Finance, Accounting, Treasury, and Internal Audit. The program starts Summer 2027, with training, mentorship, and meaningful project exposure across the enterprise.

Participants will interact with senior leaders, lead critical activities, and rotate through key finance functions while developing their career within Hilltop Holdings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance or accounting preferred.
• Graduating in 2027 (May preferred).
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future.
• Ability to start full-time in Summer 2027.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Windows.
• Strong time management and problem-solving skills.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and report on ongoing operations.
• Forecast financial and non-financial trends.
• Develop models and perform financial analysis.
• Support internal accounting functions.
• Monitor and develop key controls across the organization.
• Provide guidance on accounting policy issues.
• Improve data inputs and assumptions processes.
• Keep financial information confidential.
• Prepare ad hoc analyses and other assignments.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Forecasting

Financial Modeling

Accounting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business/Finance/Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

Windows

Job description

Financial Analyst – Finance Leadership Development Program

Recruitment began on August 21, 2026

and the job listing Expires on September 21, 2026

Full-Time Job Accounting, Data Analytics, Economics & Finance

The Hilltop Holdings’ Finance Leadership Development Program (FLDP) is a two-year early career development program that focuses on Finance, Accounting, Treasury, and Internal Audit. This career path is designed to create a broad understanding of the Hilltop enterprise and act as an accelerator for career growth. This is a rotational program starting in Summer 2027, that combines job training, mentorship, career development, and community service opportunities while fostering a community within the organization and the FLDP class. FLDP program members will interact with senior leaders and be asked to lead and support critical activities and projects across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Analysis and reporting of on-going operations
• Forecasting financial and non-financial trends
• Developing models and performing financial analysis
• Working on the corporation’s internal accounting functions
• Supporting the development and monitoring of key controls across the organization
• Providing guidance on accounting policy issues
• Develop processes and procedures for improving data inputs and assumptions
• Protect operations by keeping financial information confidential
• Prepare ad hoc analyses and perform other assignments as necessary

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in business, degrees specializing in Finance or Accounting strongly preferred
• 2027 Graduate (May preferred)
• Must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without sponsorship now or at any point in the future
• Ability to start a full-time, in-office position in Summer 2027
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the latest version of Windows
• Excellent time management, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Proven self-starter who can initiate tasks and follow up to completion
• Exceptional analytical skills; above average attention to detail
• Desire to learn about career opportunities in the Finance/Accounting/Tax areas and/or financial services industry

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals in, or assigned to, the above position and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required, and may be changed at the discretion of the Company.

About Us

Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Hilltop Holdings offers a diverse range of financial services through its three primary subsidiaries, PlainsCapital Bank, PrimeLending, and HilltopSecurities. PlainsCapital Bank is a leading commercial bank with locations throughout Texas. PrimeLending is a national mortgage provider focused on purchase mortgage originations. HilltopSecurities provides financial advisory, clearing, retail brokerage, and other investment banking services. Hilltop Holdings seeks to build the premier Texas-based diversified financial services holding company through acquisitions and organic growth. To learn more, please visit www.hilltop.com.