Program Management Intmd Analyst

The Program Mgmt Intmd Analyst is a developing professional role. Deals with most problems independently and has some latitude to solve complex problems. Integrates in-depth specialty area knowledge with a solid understanding of industry standards and practices. Good understanding of how the team and area integrate with others in accomplishing the objectives of the subfunction/ job family. Applies analytical thinking and knowledge of data analysis tools and methodologies. Requires attention to detail when making judgments and recommendations based on the analysis of factual information. Typically deals with variable issues with potentially broader business impact. Applies professional judgment when interpreting data and results. Breaks down information in a systematic and communicable manner. Developed communication and diplomacy skills are required in order to exchange potentially complex/sensitive information. Moderate but direct impact through close contact with the businesses' core activities. Quality and timeliness of service provided will affect the effectiveness of own team and other closely related teams.

Responsibilities:

• Supports planning, directing and coordination of day-to-day activities of running a program or portfolio of programs.

• Responsible for the review and analysis of the financials including investigation of variances noted for the period.

• Reports to the Business Management Office Head any inconsistencies or improprieties noted during the review.

• Identifies primary drivers for cost movements and variances observed, and ensuring recovery and costs are close to budgeted numbers and plan.

• Analyzes data to ensure proper accounting booking procedures have been followed.

• Ensures timely booking of accrual entries for the Centre.

• Reviews and analyzes payments and ensure expenses are charged to the proper cost center.

• Provides timely, relevant and accurate reporting & analysis of the results of performance against historical, budgeted, forecasted and strategic planning results to facilitate decision-making toward the achievement of the budget and strategic plan.

• Monitors monthly productivity and provides inputs to ensure timely reporting of Productivity Saves.

• Maintains hiring and attrition tracker.

• Provides weekly variance analysis on HC movement, requisition control, generation of weekly/monthly HC reports.

• Supports the preparation of monthly packages for senior partners to review as well as and various ad-hoc reporting requests from senior leadership.

• Identifies program risks, perform probability and impact analysis, determine responses to risks, track risks, and execute responses as needed.

• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

Skills Required:

1. Financial & Data Analysis Tools (Advanced):
- Excel: Pivot tables, VLOOKUP/HLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, financial modeling, charts for variance analysis.
- Reporting Tools: Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or similar BI tools for creating dashboards (HC, financials).
2. Accounting/ERP Systems:
- Hands-on experience with financial systems (e.g., Oracle Financials, SAP, TM1, Essbase) for pulling data and booking accruals.
3. Productivity Tracking:
- Experience with tools used to monitor and report productivity savings.

• Financial Analysis: Deep variance analysis (actuals vs. budget/forecast) and cost-driver identification.

• Accounting & Controls: Accrual booking, cost-center governance, and validating proper booking procedures.

• Headcount Management: Hiring/attrition tracking and requisition control.

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  Job Family Group:

  Project and Program Management

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  Program Management

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