Finance Leadership Development Program Associate

Are you looking for a company that values diversity, collaboration, and growth? The Ameriprise Financial Leadership Development Program (LDP) offers meaningful work experience for emerging talent in a FORTUNE 500® company within the Financial Services industry. The Finance LDP is a 24-month program that offers an exciting opportunity to jumpstart your career with hands-on experience in accounting/reporting, decision support and finance processes. Join a cohort of like-minded professionals, learn from the best, and gain invaluable insights that will shape your future in finance. Youll have exposure to leadership (including dinner with the CFO) and mentorship opportunities, allowing you to grow personally and professionally while building connections with senior leaders and peers. With access to our Business Resource Networks which includes the Black Employee Network, Young Professionals Network, PRIDE Network, etc. you will increase your own sense of belonging and engage in relevant networking and development opportunities. Embark on this journey as a Leadership Development Program Associate and lay the foundation for your future. Over 24 months, youll dive into three dynamic 8-month rotations that will give you real-world experience in key areas like: Accounting/tax/audit learn the steps to reach the bottom line Finance create decision support-based analytics for business partners Utility blend both your finance and accounting skills on business projects that involve our internal service providers and business processes (ex: procurement, risk, treasury, real estate, business planning and analysis) After exploring the breadth of the business unit(s) through each rotation, LDPs have the opportunity to post to a permanent position within Ameriprise Financial. 2025 Ameriprise Financial and Columbia Threadneedle Investments interns will be given preferred consideration during the application window closing August 25. In the event not all approved positions are filled, we anticipate re-opening this requisition the week of September 1st for all applicants to be considered that match the required requirements and qualifications. Key Responsibilities: Responsibilities vary depending on current rotation and assigned projects(s) and may include: Prepare a cost benefit analysis to determine expected benefits of a new product or program Analyze profit and loss statements and recommend solutions to grow revenues and manage expenses Balance sheet management, due diligence, and process re-engineering Prepare expense and revenue forecasts and analyze trends and variances from plan and prior forecasts Work with a team conducting an audit and testing controls of a business process Evaluate business risks and opportunities to mitigate risk Assist with the creation of a cash flow spreadsheet for purposes of dividend planning Perform analysis of taxable income from investments, variance analysis and year over year trends Examples of past LDP projects include: Build and maintain financial models to drive critical initiatives. Worked with key partners from finance and the business to build documentation and present to leaders. Worked with teams across the Finance Business Unit to assist with implementing new software for the organization. Required Qualifications: Current Senior at a 4-year university pursing a bachelors degree Finance, Accounting, Economics or Mathematics, or related field Graduation date of December 2025 or May/June 2026 Commitment to complete the full 24-month Leadership Development Program Preferred Qualifications: High degree of self-motivation with strong integrity and ethics Proven organization skills and ability to manage time effectively Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills Ability to work and communicate collaboratively with all levels of the organization including team members, managers, and senior leaders Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite If job requires knowledge of specific software, hiring leaders can add that here The company does not offer sponsorship for this opportunity. About Our Company Were a diversified financial services leader with more than $1.5 trillion in assets under management, administration and advisement as of 2024. With our team of more than 20,000 people in 20 countries, we advise, manage and protect assets and income of more than 3.5 million individual, small business and institutional clients. We are a longstanding leader in financial planning and advice, a global asset manager and an insurer. Our unwavering focus on our clients and strong financial foundation connects each of our unique businesses - Ameriprise Financial, Columbia Threadneedle Investments and RiverSource Insurance and Annuities. Here, we foster meaningful careers, invest in the future, and make a difference for clients, institutions and communities around the world. Base Pay Salary The estimated base salary for this role is $68,000.00. We have a pay-for-performance compensation philosophy. Your initial total compensation may vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographical work location. In addition, most of our roles are eligible for variable pay in the form of bonus, commissions, and/or long-term incentives depending on the role. We also have a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports all aspects of your health and well-being, including but not limited to vacation time, sick time, 401(k), and health, dental and life insurances. Ameriprise Financial is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, citizenship, gender identity, disability, veteran status, marital status, family status or any other basis prohibited by law. Full-Time/Part-Time Full time Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt Job Family Group Human Capital Line of Business FIN Finance Were a diversified financial services leader with more than $1.5 trillion in assets under management, administration and advisement as of 2024. With our team of more than 20,000 people in countries, we advise, manage and protect assets and income of more than 3.5 million individual, small business and institutional clients. We are a longstanding leader in financial planning and advice, a global asset manager and an insurer. Our unwavering focus on our clients and strong financial foundation connects each of our unique businesses - Ameriprise Financial, Columbia Threadneedle Investments and RiverSource Insurance and Annuities. Here, we foster meaningful careers, invest in the future, and make a difference for clients, institutions and communities around the world.