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If you are a college senior or a recent graduate, you have the chance to jumpstart your career growth by applying to our unique rotational and development programs. Through hands-on, impactful projects, comprehensive training and exposure to executives, you will develop a transferable skillset that will pave the way for a fulfilling career. This opportunity gives you the tools you need to grow into a future leader at Citizens Bank.
As a participant in the Finance, Accounting Career Training (FACT) Rotational Program, you have the exciting opportunity to experience multiple disciplines within finance and accounting to determine which one fits your skillset. The year-long program will improve your financial analysis, accounting principles, and excel knowledge to develop you into a well-rounded and contributing member of the finance team.
Participants will be trained in four areas in the Finance / Accounting organization starting in June 2023. These areas can include Commercial Banking Finance, Business Services Finance, Consumer Banking Finance, Capital Planning & Management, Corporate Planning, Corporate Strategy, Corporate Accounting, Corporate Tax, Risk Finance, and Treasury Finance. Participants will be trained for three months in four different areas and will complete the full training program in twelve months with an expectation to be placed in one of the above areas on a go forward basis at the end of the training cycle. Specific training in each area will include, but is not limited to, the following:
Commercial Banking Finance:
- Financial budgeting, forecasting, reporting
- Exposure to the various commercial banking business lines to establish a basic understanding, loan and deposit accounting / pricing, etc.
Business Services Finance
- Consolidation, analysis, and challenge of recurring management reports. Maintain and analyze data/ reports to develop a working knowledge of Business Services financial information.
Consumer Banking Finance:
- Assisting with volume reporting for HLS, supporting the production / sales team, exposure to financial management of Student Loan and Auto portfolios, etc.
Capital Planning & Management:
- Gain exposure and understanding of the Capital Management function generally as well as base and stress forecasting production.
Corporate Planning:
- Exposure to the production of the corporate budget and forecast
- Analytical analysis of the budget and forecast
- Financial reporting including the board of directors report and the quarterly earnings report
- Financial management accounting, etc.
Corporate Strategy:
- Build and maintain organized, supported, data-driven reports and analysis
- Deepen research skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office programs and relevant data sources ex. SNL Financial
Corporate Accounting:
- Preparation and analysis of financial statements for $130 billion banking organization
- Test, review and report on internal controls of the accounting and reporting departments
- Coordinate comprehensive financial reports and assist colleagues in other areas with questions on accounting issues, etc.
Corporate Tax:
- Preparation of Tax Returns and Personal Property Tax declarations.
- Preparation of journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, estimated tax payments and extension payments.
Risk Finance:
- Gain exposure to the Risk Finance team and a basic understanding of Sarbanes-Oxley oversight and Finance products/services through daily assigned tasks and scheduled one-on-one monthly meetings with managers and directors during the rotation
Treasury Finance
- Build a working knowledge of the Treasury P&L, balance sheet and key metrics, as well as gain a better understanding of the CFG balance sheet.
Qualifications – External
- Fully proficient in PC tools (Microsoft Office)
- Strong written and oral presentation skills
- Strong analytical skills
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or other related degree
- Recent grad or expected graduation date of December 2018
- 1 – 2 years of relevant work experience preferred
- Minimum GPA 3.0
Hours & Work Schedule
Hours per Week: 40
Work Schedule: M – F 8:30am – 5pm
Qualifications
Qualifications – External
- Fully proficient in PC tools (Microsoft Office)
- Strong written and oral presentation skills
- Strong analytical skills
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or other related degree
- Recent grad or expected graduation date of December 2022
- 1 – 2 years of relevant work experience preferred
- Minimum GPA 3.0
Hours & Work Schedule
Hours per Week: 40
Work Schedule: M – F 8:30am – 5pm
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Why Work for Us
At Citizens, you’ll find a customer-centric culture built around helping our customers and giving back to our local communities. When you join our team, you are part of a supportive and collaborative workforce, with access to training and tools to accelerate your potential and maximize your career growth.
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