Technical Project Manager I

$71,250 - $95,000/Yr

JPMorgan Chase - Jersey City, NJ

Full-time - Entry Level

Jersey City, NJ

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About the position

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Analyst - Planning and Enablement to join our Global Technology - Employee Platforms group at JPMorgan Chase & Co. The ideal candidate will leverage their financial expertise to support innovative programs, fostering growth and innovation in a dynamic environment. You will work in a stable, resilient, and secure operating environment where you—and the projects you support—will thrive. This role is crucial in ensuring that our technology projects are financially sound and aligned with the overall business goals. In this position, you will conduct detailed financial analysis for technology projects, including cost-benefit analysis, financial forecasting, and variance analysis. You will assist in the creation and management of project budgets, ensuring accurate tracking and reporting of project expenditures. Additionally, you will prepare and present financial reports to stakeholders, providing insights into project financial performance and recommendations for improvement. Identifying and mitigating financial risks will also be a key responsibility, as you proactively address potential roadblocks and implement contingency plans to maintain project momentum. Collaboration is essential in this role, as you will work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, product, and business stakeholders, to ensure financial alignment with overall business goals. Utilizing advanced analytical reasoning, you will assess project financial performance, identify areas for improvement, and implement data-driven optimizations to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the financial success of technology initiatives within a leading financial institution.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed financial analysis for technology projects, including cost-benefit analysis, financial forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Assist in the creation and management of project budgets, ensuring accurate tracking and reporting of project expenditures.
• Prepare and present financial reports to stakeholders, providing insights into project financial performance and recommendations for improvement.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks, proactively addressing potential roadblocks and implementing contingency plans to maintain project momentum.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, product, and business stakeholders, to ensure financial alignment with overall business goals.
• Utilize advanced analytical reasoning to assess project financial performance, identify areas for improvement, and implement data-driven optimizations to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Requirements

• 0-2 years of experience or equivalent expertise in project finance, financial analysis, or a related field.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of financial principles, practices, and theories, with the ability to apply them to project finance.
• Demonstrated proficiency in applying analytical reasoning and problem-solving techniques to financial data.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, and experience with financial software and tools.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly and concisely to stakeholders.

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity with the financial services industry and end-user technologies.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health care coverage
• On-site health and wellness centers
• Retirement savings plan
• Backup childcare
• Tuition reimbursement
• Mental health support
• Financial coaching