Functions - Finance, Full Time Associate, New York - USA, 2027

About the role

Citi’s 24-month Financial Management Associate rotational program prepares Master’s and MBA graduates for Corporate Finance careers in the United States. Associates complete three eight-month rotations across disciplines such as Controllers, Treasury, FP&A, Tax, and business-aligned Chief Finance Offices, supported by leadership access, global networking, training, and high-impact analytical work.

Program Structure

• Complete a 24-month Financial Management Associate rotational program across Corporate Finance.
• Undertake three eight-month rotations; placements depend on business needs and program availability.
• Gain exposure to Controllers, Treasury, Financial Planning and Analysis, Tax, and business-aligned Chief Finance Offices.
• Work closely with senior managers while developing leadership capability and a global Citi Finance network.
• Successful participants may be considered for opportunities within Citi Finance.

Responsibilities

• Support Citi Finance priorities, including financial performance, strategic execution, resource optimization, transformation, controls, and people development.
• Apply analytical thinking and process improvement skills, including technology-driven automation and optimization.
• Translate complex financial insights into clear, compelling written, verbal, and presentation-based communications.
• Identify, assess, and escalate risks in a complex, regulated environment.
• Use data analytics, database management, information systems, digital technology, and emerging technologies to solve finance problems.

Training

• Begin with Welcome Week and comprehensive global training in July.
• Complete coursework covering accounting, financial modeling, technical skills, presentation, communication, and leadership.
• Develop knowledge of Citi’s major businesses and Corporate Finance disciplines.
• Receive exposure to senior Corporate Finance leaders who support professional development.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing an MBA or Master’s degree in Accounting, Financial Strategy, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Graduating between December 2026 and June 2027.
• At least three years of significant, related full-time professional work experience.
• Interest in building a career in Corporate Finance.
• Must not require sponsorship for United States work authorization now or at hire.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, with strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.

Preferred Profile

• Professional certifications such as CPA, CFA, or FRM are advantageous but not required.
• Multilingual capabilities are advantageous but not required.
• Strategic, analytical, globally minded, innovative, resilient, and growth-oriented approach.
• Initiative, creativity, professional maturity, urgency, sound judgment, and confidence navigating challenges.
• Interest in data analytics, database management, information systems, digital technology, artificial intelligence, and emerging technologies.

Compensation and Timeline

• Annual salary listed as $130,000.
• Posted full-time salary range is $60,000 to $145,000.
• Anticipated application close date is October 6, 2026.
• The program begins with Welcome Week and global training in July.