Financial Analyst (New Grad)

About This Role

Wells Fargo is hiring New Grad Financial Analysts across its Finance division. You will support business line finance teams with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis for one of the nation's largest retail and commercial banking institutions.

Job Overview

• Job Title: Financial Analyst (New Grad)
• Company: Wells Fargo
• Location: Charlotte, NC / Des Moines, IA / Phoenix, AZ / Minneapolis, MN / Irving, TX
• Job Type: Full-time
• Experience Level: Entry-level (0–2 years)
• Salary Range: $26–$35/hr
• Posted Date: 2026-06-03
• Application Deadline: 2026-07-03

Role Context

Financial Analysts at Wells Fargo support CFO-level reporting for specific business lines including Consumer Lending, Commercial Banking, or Corporate Functions. You will join a team of 5–10 analysts and take ownership of recurring monthly reports within your first 90 days. The pace is steady, with significant peaks around quarterly earnings preparation.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports for business line leadership
• Conduct variance analysis comparing actuals to budget and prior periods
• Build and maintain forecast models in Excel and Essbase/Hyperion
• Partner with business managers to gather plan assumptions and explain results
• Support annual budgeting and three-year strategic planning cycles
• Assist in automation of manual reporting processes using Excel macros or Tableau

Requirements & Skills

• Bachelor's in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
• Strong Excel modeling skills and comfort with large financial datasets
• Exposure to financial planning tools (Hyperion, Essbase, or Anaplan is a plus)
• Analytical curiosity and ability to explain numbers in business terms
• Dependable communication with finance managers and business partners
• Internship in FP&A, accounting, or banking preferred

Benefits & Work Conditions

• $26–$35/hr with annual bonuses and merit-based increases
• Hybrid work arrangement with flexible schedule options
• Comprehensive health insurance and prescription drug coverage
• 401(k) with Wells Fargo matching up to 6% of base pay
• Employee stock purchase plan and financial wellness coaching

Who Should Apply

Recent graduates who want a strong foundation in corporate FP&A at a large US bank. You are comfortable with financial models, detail-oriented in your analysis, and want to develop business partnering skills alongside core accounting and reporting expertise.

About the Company

Wells Fargo is a Fortune 50 company and one of the four largest US banks, with $1.9 trillion in assets. Its Finance division manages P&L reporting, capital planning, and financial forecasting across consumer, commercial, and corporate banking segments.

How to Apply

Search "Financial Analyst entry level" on the Wells Fargo Jobs site. Apply with your resume and transcript. The process includes a phone screen, online assessment, and a final panel interview with finance leaders.