This file contains a description of a current Citi employee and description of the employee experience through a set of questions and answers. One of the best pieces of advice that I have ever received is that your first six months are the most important part of your career. These words really ring true once you have surpassed those six months and can see how you and your peers have developed as analysts.

Making a good impression and proving yourself during this time will set a strong foundation for your career ahead. This can include interactions with your team members, the way you dress, and the work that you produce. Being professional and likeable within your group will help make your work experience more pleasant and productive. Dressing professionally conveys that you are serious about your job. I read somewhere that when you are picking out what to wear to work, if it’s something that you would wear on the weekend, err on the side of being careful and don’t wear it to work.

Checking and re-checking your work, as my manager likes to say, is what produces a solid analysis. Unfortunately, not doing any of these things may cause you to stand out in a negative way, so it is important to be mindful of them along your career. And understand that everyone makes mistakes but how you bounce back and deal with them is what matters most.

]]> I believe that Citi’s competitive edge lies in the opportunities it makes available to employees. Employees are obviously the driving force behind the work that is done at Citi. With the way the industry functions today, more and more people are trying their hand at different parts of business to either keep themselves from getting bored or to maintain a competitive edge. Citi is one of the few firms on the street that allows individuals to easily move within the company. We are constantly being told that if you are looking for a change in career, look no further than right within Citi and I certainly think that this is what will keep employees here and happy.

]]> I firmly believe that the people at Citi are the greatest part of my job. In my group, you don’t just come into work to get the job done. You leave at the end of the day with useful advice from colleagues and lasting friendships. There is also a certain work hard, play hard mentality here that allows individuals to put their best foot forward on the job, while also maintaining a balanced life. Everyone is intelligent and hardworking, but also fun.

]]> As an analyst, the most useful skills that you can possess include being detail-oriented and being able to produce an analysis quickly and accurately. When you first start out as an analyst, you process data and run reports. As you begin to develop, you start to think about the big picture, ask questions, and even anticipate questions. In other words, you are actually analyzing your output. Eventually, you can get to a point where you are able to offer solutions or suggestions to the work that you have completed. This is how my manager outlined my development as an analyst, and although I am still working on getting to that end point, I think that these qualities outline the skills essential to an analyst starting out, and how those skills develop over time.

]]> I am involved in recruiting for NYU but I also like to get involved in our general Finance Analyst Program recruiting, when possible. In addition, I serve as a mentor to summer interns, which is certainly a rewarding experience. I enjoy being able to answer the questions that I, myself, had a few years ago.

With regards to community service, I am a member of NY Cares and was actually referred to them by a fellow Citi employee. I think that this is a great organization to be involved in as someone who wants to give back to the community but can’t make a regular, weekly commitment. NY Cares allows you to sign up for a variety of different events being held at different times, everyday of the week.

]]> Training was an experience that I will never forget! We received courses in Computer Skills, Accounting, Finance, as well as an overview of the various groups within Citi. Accounting was perhaps the most memorable, with the famous Cash Kushel enriching our minds with information about the major financial statements in his unique style of teaching. The Computer Skills we learned were also very relevant for on-the-job work that we would be required to do, especially in Excel and PowerPoint. Within my own group, we received training in systems and concepts that would help bring us up to speed on our team’s applications and jargon.

]]> I enjoy spending time with friends and family the most. Specifically, I like going out to dinner and trying new restaurants, or just staying in and spending quality time with my family. I also enjoy traveling, cooking, running, and attending basketball and baseball games.

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Name: Rosalyn Savarimuthu

Title: 2nd Year Financial Analyst

Education: BS at NYU - Leonard N. Stern School of Business

Program: Finance Division

Level: analyst

Region: North America

What advice would you offer prospective candidates on transitioning from school to the workplace?: One of the best pieces of advice that I have ever received is that your first six months are the most important part of your career. These words really ring true once you have surpassed those six months and can see how you and your peers have developed as analysts.

Making a good impression and proving yourself during this time will set a strong foundation for your career ahead. This can include interactions with your team members, the way you dress, and the work that you produce. Being professional and likeable within your group will help make your work experience more pleasant and productive. Dressing professionally conveys that you are serious about your job. I read somewhere that when you are picking out what to wear to work, if it’s something that you would wear on the weekend, err on the side of being careful and don’t wear it to work.

Checking and re-checking your work, as my manager likes to say, is what produces a solid analysis. Unfortunately, not doing any of these things may cause you to stand out in a negative way, so it is important to be mindful of them along your career. And understand that everyone makes mistakes but how you bounce back and deal with them is what matters most.
What do you consider Citi's competitive edge?: I believe that Citi’s competitive edge lies in the opportunities it makes available to employees. Employees are obviously the driving force behind the work that is done at Citi. With the way the industry functions today, more and more people are trying their hand at different parts of business to either keep themselves from getting bored or to maintain a competitive edge. Citi is one of the few firms on the street that allows individuals to easily move within the company. We are constantly being told that if you are looking for a change in career, look no further than right within Citi and I certainly think that this is what will keep employees here and happy.
How would you describe your team and the people you work with?: I firmly believe that the people at Citi are the greatest part of my job. In my group, you don’t just come into work to get the job done. You leave at the end of the day with useful advice from colleagues and lasting friendships. There is also a certain work hard, play hard mentality here that allows individuals to put their best foot forward on the job, while also maintaining a balanced life. Everyone is intelligent and hardworking, but also fun.
What skills have you found to be the most useful in your position?: As an analyst, the most useful skills that you can possess include being detail-oriented and being able to produce an analysis quickly and accurately. When you first start out as an analyst, you process data and run reports. As you begin to develop, you start to think about the big picture, ask questions, and even anticipate questions. In other words, you are actually analyzing your output. Eventually, you can get to a point where you are able to offer solutions or suggestions to the work that you have completed. This is how my manager outlined my development as an analyst, and although I am still working on getting to that end point, I think that these qualities outline the skills essential to an analyst starting out, and how those skills develop over time.
What non-work related activities do you get involved in through Citi (community, mentoring, charity)?: I am involved in recruiting for NYU but I also like to get involved in our general Finance Analyst Program recruiting, when possible. In addition, I serve as a mentor to summer interns, which is certainly a rewarding experience. I enjoy being able to answer the questions that I, myself, had a few years ago.

With regards to community service, I am a member of NY Cares and was actually referred to them by a fellow Citi employee. I think that this is a great organization to be involved in as someone who wants to give back to the community but can’t make a regular, weekly commitment. NY Cares allows you to sign up for a variety of different events being held at different times, everyday of the week.
Describe your experience in your specific training program.: Training was an experience that I will never forget! We received courses in Computer Skills, Accounting, Finance, as well as an overview of the various groups within Citi. Accounting was perhaps the most memorable, with the famous Cash Kushel enriching our minds with information about the major financial statements in his unique style of teaching. The Computer Skills we learned were also very relevant for on-the-job work that we would be required to do, especially in Excel and PowerPoint. Within my own group, we received training in systems and concepts that would help bring us up to speed on our team’s applications and jargon.
What do you enjoy doing outside work?: I enjoy spending time with friends and family the most. Specifically, I like going out to dinner and trying new restaurants, or just staying in and spending quality time with my family. I also enjoy traveling, cooking, running, and attending basketball and baseball games.

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