Corporate Finance & Accounting Development Program Analyst/Associate

PNC•Pittsburgh, PA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success. As a Corporate Finance and Accounting Development Associate within PNC's Finance and Realty Services organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA. PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals. PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position. By joining one of PNC’s Development Programs, you can explore your potential through hands-on experience in a professional environment. This is an excellent opportunity to begin exploring your career goals, in addition to growing your skills in key areas. The Corporate Finance & Accounting Development Program is a 12-month program, during which analysts will rotate through different areas/teams within PNC’s Finance organization. The Finance organization is non-client facing and provides support across PNC. This position is based in Pittsburgh, PA. While in the program, analysts will rotate through several teams in the following areas: Line of Business Support: Responsible for providing revenue generating lines of business with strategic counsel, meaningful reporting and analysis, and critical insights into business and financial metrics to drive results. Shared Services: Responsible for managing critical processes such as the budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and analysis for teams across the organization. Corporate Controller’s Office: Responsible for providing meaningful, accurate, reliable, and timely financial, regulatory and risk information. Other areas within Finance such as Investor Relations, Enterprise Performance Analysis, Corporate Tax and Mergers and Acquisitions. Analysts will work and network with finance professionals at various levels of the organization. Specific job responsibilities will vary depending on each rotation within the program and analysts will gain exposure in many different areas, including, but not limited to: Accounting (including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles - GAAP), Internal and external reporting, Variance and profitability analyses, Reconciliations, Budgeting and forecasting, Project management, Risk management, Disclosure requirements (SEC and other regulatory), Economic and regulatory capital, Internal control assessments, Data analytics and modeling, and Performance and valuation metrics. Professional experience that satisfies the requirements of the Pennsylvania State Board of Accountancy can be provided to those who are interested in their CPA certification. The CPA certification is eligible for reimbursement through PNC while in Corporate Finance & Accounting. Opportunities are also available for reimbursement of other professional certifications and degrees through PNC’s education benefits. Roles at this level are filled by recent university / college graduates with little or no professional experience but possessing relevant skills. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education and experience (including military service) may be considered. Learn more about PNC’s Development Programs by visiting www.pnc.jobs/students. Participates as an analyst/associate in the line of business development program. Performs or assists the core activities of the group by applying knowledge learned to drive business results (e.g. deal, sales, or process support, internal or external customer interaction, or supporting internal projects). Works under supervision and may have limited approval and/or exception authority. Participates in social learning within the organization (e.g. identifies and networks with business representatives and peers, participates in mentoring, job shadowing and community outreach) Participates in formal learning (e.g. classroom, web-based, or virtual) and completes related activities and projects. Supports the internal and external customer experience by providing excellent service at all times; takes accountability and ensures problem resolution. PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be: Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions. Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework. To learn more about this opportunity, please watch this video.

Requirements

Roles at this level are filled by recent university / college graduates with little or no professional experience but possessing relevant skills.
In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education and experience (including military service) may be considered.
Demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role.
Bachelors degree
Comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Nice To Haves

Preferred minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
Preferred business relevant majors (e.g., Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, Business Analytics)
Professional experience that satisfies the requirements of the Pennsylvania State Board of Accountancy can be provided to those who are interested in their CPA certification.

Responsibilities

Provide revenue generating lines of business with strategic counsel, meaningful reporting and analysis, and critical insights into business and financial metrics to drive results.
Manage critical processes such as the budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and analysis for teams across the organization.
Provide meaningful, accurate, reliable, and timely financial, regulatory and risk information.
Work and network with finance professionals at various levels of the organization.
Gain exposure in areas including, but not limited to: Accounting (including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles - GAAP), Internal and external reporting, Variance and profitability analyses, Reconciliations, Budgeting and forecasting, Project management, Risk management, Disclosure requirements (SEC and other regulatory), Economic and regulatory capital, Internal control assessments, Data analytics and modeling, and Performance and valuation metrics.
Participate as an analyst/associate in the line of business development program.
Perform or assist the core activities of the group by applying knowledge learned to drive business results (e.g. deal, sales, or process support, internal or external customer interaction, or supporting internal projects).
Work under supervision and may have limited approval and/or exception authority.
Participate in social learning within the organization (e.g. identifies and networks with business representatives and peers, participates in mentoring, job shadowing and community outreach).
Participate in formal learning (e.g. classroom, web-based, or virtual) and complete related activities and projects.
Support the internal and external customer experience by providing excellent service at all times; takes accountability and ensures problem resolution.

Benefits

medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature)
dental and vision options
employee and spouse/child life insurance
short and long-term disability protection
401(k) with PNC match
pension and stock purchase plans
dependent care reimbursement account
back-up child/elder care
adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement
educational assistance, including select programs fully paid
a robust wellness program with financial incentives
maternity and/or parental leave
up to 11 paid holidays each year
9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law
between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level; and years of service