Finance Analyst in Chicago

If you enjoy turning data into insights and using analytics to inform real business decisions, this role may suit you. Global Finance & Business Management (GFBM) works to improve the business strategically, financially and operationally by combining financial expertise with data-driven analysis and emerging technologies. The team is looking for motivated people who enjoy analysis, innovation and problem-solving and want to help drive strategic business decisions.

As a Full-Time Analyst in the Global Finance & Business Management Analyst Program, you will work with senior professionals to shape key decisions and outcomes across the firm. You will contribute through hands-on projects that apply analytical thinking, structured problem-solving and data-informed insights in a dynamic team setting. The culture is collaborative and supportive, with training, mentorship and exposure to senior leaders and peer mentors. Projects span financial analysis, data interpretation and critical thinking.

This two-year rotational program includes in-depth industry training, peer mentorship and hands-on experience. You will be placed on a finance team within one of the following functional groups: Business Management, Controller, Financial Analysis, and Project Management. You will use data, analytics and technology-enabled tools to support business objectives, improve processes and inform decisions. Ongoing technical and professional development is offered, along with CPA certification support and licensure-qualifying placement. At the end of the program, the team will work with you to identify your next role.

Job Responsibilities

Business Management

• Act as a trusted advisor to business and group heads by identifying, escalating and mitigating business risks
• Optimize business performance by driving key initiatives supported by financial and data-driven insights
• Leverage reporting, metrics and analytics to support strategic planning and execution

Controller

• Ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial statements and controls across the transaction lifecycle
• Perform critical reporting and controls functions, including legal entity, financial and regulatory reporting, and product valuation
• Partner with stakeholders to enhance controls, transparency and data quality

Financial Analysis

• Create meaningful financial analysis, reporting and insights to support business strategy
• Coordinate with partners across the firm on budgeting, forecasting and performance management
• Use data and analytics to identify trends, risks and opportunities affecting the business

Project Management

• Support initiatives that drive cross-line-of-business or firmwide priorities, including new regulations, standards or policies, and contribute to large-scale programs made up of multiple projects and work streams
• Track progress, analyze outcomes and support data-informed decision-making across project lifecycles