Rotational Program, Accounting Associate

CHS, Inc.•Inver Grove Heights, MN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

CHS Finance has an exciting opportunity for accounting majors graduating by May 2027 or early-career professionals with fewer than two years of experience to join our Finance & Accounting Rotational Program- a key pipeline for developing future accounting talent at CHS. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, prioritization and research skills. The candidate must be driven, adaptable, detail-oriented, with natural curiosity and a desire to learn. As an Associate in the Finance & Accounting Rotational Program, you will gain broad exposure across CHS’s finance organization through three structured, 12-month rotations over the course of this three-year program. This experience is designed to build strong foundational accounting skills, deepen business understanding, and prepare you for long-term career growth within CHS. Rotations may include, but are not limited to: Corporate & Business Accounting, Financial Shared Services (FSS), Audit, Corporate & Business Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Treasury, Credit, Corporate Development, Strategy. Each rotation provides hands-on learning, meaningful project work, and opportunities to collaborate with leaders across the organization. You will also participate in a formal mentorship program and join a cohort of peers beginning by May 2027.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, prioritization and research skills
Driven, adaptable, detail-oriented, with natural curiosity and a desire to learn
Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Nice To Haves

Experience or interest in the agriculture or energy industries
Previous internship or work experience in accounting or finance
Ability to translate key data points into actionable insights
Experience with SAP or other ERP systems

Responsibilities

Strengthen your accounting and finance skills while building a strong foundation in people, processes, and technology
Develop business and financial acumen through structured training and on-the-job learning
Report, interpret, and analyze financial results and data
Identify and drive process improvements and efficiencies
Leverage financial systems to deliver value-added insights
Engage with teammates and business leaders through mentorship, exposure to senior leaders, and a peer cohort network
Partner with business units and functional teams to support decision-making
Perform ad hoc analysis as needed
Deliver exceptional customer service while embodying the CHS cooperative spirit