Associate, Finance Leadership Development Rotation

Dover Corporation • Downers Grove, IL

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Finance Leadership Rotation Program is a multi-year development opportunity designed to build well-rounded finance professionals through hands-on experience across core finance functions. Over approximately two (2) years, participants complete two (2) rotations of roughly one (1) year each, gaining broad exposure to Dover's finance organization. Rotation Structure: First Rotation: Internal Audit or FP&A Second Rotation: Internal Audit or FP&A IA and FP&A rotations to be structured to efficiently onboard and train new team members with built in oversight and sponsorship of their development. Post-Rotation Transition: Following the completion of the second rotation, the Finance executive team convenes to identify current open roles and leading opportunities for the individual, taking into account the team member's expressed preference for an appropriate next role. Post-rotation roles may require relocation to OpCo's and can include positions such as Controller, Assistant Controller, and FP&A Director/Manager.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Auditing, Information Systems or a related discipline (Bachelor's required)
• Approximately 2-5 years of finance/accounting experience; exposure to financial planning and budgeting activities preferred
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Familiarity with data analysis/analytics and basic knowledge of internal controls
• Understanding of ERP systems – preferably Oracle
• Strong analytical ability with attention to detail, quality, and accuracy
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (frequent interaction with senior management)

Nice To Haves

• Relevant certifications (CIA, CPA, CISSP, CISA) preferred, or a goal to obtain them in the future
• Big 4 / Professional Services experience strongly preferred
• Strong curiosity in exploring roles throughout the finance organization and openness to transition into an alternative role after the rotation ends

Responsibilities

• Execute identified projects in support of the on-going audit plan
• Assists Senior, Manager, Senior Manager, and Director in all planning and reporting activities
• Develop strong partnerships with business leadership across all segments to further internal audit’s brand and build trust within the organization.
• Address significant business risks through value-added audits and foster a control-oriented environment.
• Assure an effective and efficient cooperation with other professional service providers (co-source partners)
• Clearly identify, communicate and escalate high risk observations to the appropriate levels of management
• Adhere to budget goals, meet deadlines and communicate difficulties in a timely manner
• Lead the budgeting and forecasting cycles for corporate departments; work closely with cross-functional leaders and international partners to develop annual budgets and monthly forecasts
• Assist with company-wide quarterly forecasting and annual budgeting reporting requirements, including through development of templates, processes, and company-wide communications; work with segment finance teams to refine requirements and processes
• Serve as a key resource for segment and operating company finance teams on Dover financial planning system processes and best practices
• Provide analytical support to senior management teams in preparation for quarterly earnings releases
• Prepare Board of Directors financial materials and presentations
• Prepare financial presentations for regular executive group meetings
• Provide ad-hoc analytical support to various internal stakeholders

Benefits

• 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions
• medical, dental and vision insurance
• wellness programs
• health savings account
• health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• company paid short-term disability and long-term disability
• company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance
• supplemental employee and dependent life insurance
• optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance
• adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance
• commuter benefits
• parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence
• paid time off, including 9 paid holidays per calendar year, paid vacation days beginning at 120 hours annually, 40 paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws
• wellness reimbursement
• tuition assistance
• business travel services
• employee discounts
• employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level