Payments Planning and Analysis - Associate

Financial Planning And Analysis Associate In Finance

Join a team that shapes the financial future of our firm through rigorous planning and analysis. You will partner across business lines to deliver clear, actionable insights for senior leaders. This role offers exposure to complex portfolios, evolving priorities, and high-impact projects. Bring your curiosity and problem-solving skills to a collaborative environment where your contributions matter.

As a Financial Planning and Analysis Associate in Finance, you will lead and coordinate budgeting and forecasting to inform earnings and capital projections across scenarios. You will partner with firmwide teams to prepare management reports and executive presentations. You will develop models and conduct deep-dive analyses to identify drivers, root causes, and solutions. You will help ensure timely, accurate delivery of recurring and ad-hoc initiatives for senior stakeholders.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes across short and long-term horizons and economic scenarios.
• Partner with business lines and functional finance to deliver impactful reporting and planning.
• Produce presentations, analyses, and materials for senior management and key internal clients.
• Develop and consolidate qualitative and quantitative analyses, including budgets and forecast variance reviews.
• Create, maintain, and review recurring and ad-hoc financial models and analyses.
• Conduct deep-dive analyses to determine root causes of key issues and propose solutions.
• Collaborate across planning and analysis, business lines, and support teams for timely delivery of initiatives.
• Prepare management reports and executive-ready materials for leadership committees and the board.
• Synthesize multiple data sets into cohesive presentations and recommendations.
• Support ad-hoc projects and special requests with structured analysis and clear communication.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with firmwide stakeholders and business partners.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or Accounting
• 4+ years of relevant planning and analysis experience
• Strong judgment, integrity, work ethic, and results orientation with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to comprehend and clearly communicate complex concepts in dynamic environments.
• Excellent organizational, management, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Proficiency with spreadsheet and presentation tools; ability to build and audit financial models.
• Ability to navigate large, complex data sets and synthesize clear recommendations.
• Detail orientation and composure under pressure; adept at handling multiple initiatives.
• Team-oriented, inquisitive, and proactive mindset; anticipates stakeholder questions.
• Ability to build strong partnerships, learn quickly, be flexible, and think strategically.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Advanced credentials are a plus, preferably in financial services.
• Experience creating executive-level reports and board-ready materials.
• Familiarity with enterprise data visualization tools (for example, Tableau or Qlik); exposure to enterprise planning systems and financial data warehouses.
• Experience in agile, project-based work delivering recurring and ad-hoc initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to improve processes and enhance efficiency and data quality.
• Financial services industry experience working with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Advanced degree or certification (for example, Master of Business Administration, Certified Public Accountant, Chartered Financial Analyst) is beneficial.

To be eligible for this role, you must be authorized to work in the United States. We do not offer any type of employment-based immigration sponsorship for this role. Likewise, JPMorgan Chase & Co. will not provide any assistance or sign any documentation in support of any other form of immigration sponsorship or benefit, including optional practical training (OPT) or curricular practical training (CPT).

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 offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

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.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans

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.