Associate - Planning and Analysis

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 of earnings and capital 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.
As an Associate in Payments Planning and Analysis, you will play a pivotal role in driving the financial success of our Payments business. Your primary responsibilities will include coordinating the budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with our strategic goals. You will also be responsible for producing insightful management reports and compelling presentations tailored for the Sales and Marketing teams. This role places you at the heart of our financial operations, where you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to support revenue realization and expense management.
Job Responsibilities

• Conduct Deep Dive Analyses: Perform in-depth analyses on critical issues affecting clients or Sales and Marketing management to identify root causes and propose effective solutions.
• Develop Financial Analysis: Create, consolidate, and present detailed qualitative and quantitative financial analyses, including annual budgets and quarterly/monthly forecast variances.
• Analyze and Present: Generate high-quality presentations and analyses for senior management and key internal clients. Support special projects and ad-hoc requests as needed.
• Build Relationships: Establish and maintain strong connections with key business stakeholders, including firm-wide, Functional Finance, and business teams.
• Act as Liaison: Serve as a primary liaison between Firm-wide Planning & Analysis (P&A), business lines, Functional Finance, and support teams to deliver impactful reporting, planning, and analyses.
• Collaborate: Partner with P&A, Business Management, Product Control, business lines, and the firm to ensure timely, accurate, and effective delivery of recurring and ad-hoc initiatives.

Required qualifications, capabilities and skills

• MBA/ CFA / CPA in Finance, Economics, Accounting
• Strong technical and analytical skills, including Excel, PowerPoint, Alteryx, Visual Basic and macros
• Possesses good communication skills, able to comprehend and articulate complex concepts clearly while maintaining composure in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
• Demonstrates strong partnership-building skills, a quick learning ability, flexibility, and strategic thinking. Exhibits sound judgment, maturity, integrity, and a strong work ethic, managing multiple tasks proactively and effectively.
• Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills, detail-oriented, and adept at working under pressure, handling multiple projects and initiatives simultaneously.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities and skills

• At least 3 years of relevant FP&A experience, preferably in the financial services industry

About Us
JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
About the Team
J.P. Morgan's Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.