Financial Analyst 1

About the Role

Kickstart your career in finance. As a Financial Analyst I, you’ll partner with senior team members to support financial planning, reporting, and data-driven decision-making. This role is designed for recent graduates who want hands-on experience with financial data systems and basic data modeling practices.

What You’ll Do

• Build and support financial reports, forecasts, and budgets
• Analyze data to uncover trends, variances, and insights that drive decisions
• Gather, clean, and validate data from multiple systems
• Assist in developing and maintaining financial models and reporting tools
• Help manage datasets and improve reporting processes
• Ensure data accuracy and consistency across platforms
• Deliver recurring and ad hoc analysis to support business partners
• Collaborate with teammates to streamline workflows and enhance reporting

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Data Analytics, or a related field
• Minimum of 6 credit hours in Accounting preferred
• 0–1 year of experience (internships, projects, or coursework included)
• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Excel (formulas, pivot tables, lookups) Access experience a plus
• Basic understanding of financial statements and accounting principles
• Familiarity with data concepts (spreadsheets, databases, structured data)
• Strong organization, communication, and time management skills
• Curiosity, adaptability, and a willingness to learn

How You’ll Succeed

• Take ownership of your work and continuously look for improvements
• Stay curious—ask questions and seek to understand the “why” behind the data
• Maintain a high standard of accuracy and accountability

Work Environment

• Office-based role in a professional, collaborative setting
• Primarily desk-based work with occasional movement throughout the day
• Flexibility to work additional hours during peak reporting cycles
• Accommodations available to support individual needs

Why Join Us

• Real-world experience from day one
• Mentorship and career development support
• Exposure to tools, systems, and best practices in financial services
• A collaborative culture focused on growth and learning

City National Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer.