Finance Development Program
About The Position
The Company: Cognex is the global leader in the exciting and growing field of machine vision. With more than $500 million of cash and investments and no debt, we are a financially strong international company with a culture that maintains the fast paced, creative environment of a startup. Our employees, proudly called “Cognoids,” take their work seriously, but don't take themselves seriously. Our Work Hard, Play Hard, Move Fast culture recognizes our employees for their innovation, perseverance, and hard work in a fun, rewarding, and quirky environment. The Team: Our Finance organization is responsible for financial planning and reporting, accounting, sales planning and operations, demand planning, as well as ensuring processes meet the strategic needs of our business. Cognex is a global, publicly traded manufacturer and marketer of advanced integrated technology products whose 2024 annual revenue exceeded $900 million. We have an excellent team with members who have gained diversified experience during their tenure in the company. The Role: Cognex is looking for motivated undergraduates to join our Finance Development Program (FDP) and begin their career as a Cognoid. The program consists of four six-month rotations in various areas in Finance. The rotations will incorporate planning, analysis, reporting, accounting, and other ad hoc projects. Management will provide career development planning, mentoring, networking opportunities, and detailed performance feedback. Open to Undergraduate Seniors graduating in May 2027 (Program start date: June 2027)
Requirements
- A Bachelor’s Degree in either Finance, Accounting, or other quantitative field is required
- 3.3 minimum cumulative GPA
Nice To Haves
- Eager to Work hard, Play hard, Move fast!
- Enthusiasm for learning new financial skills, business, and product knowledge
- A team player with the ability to work independently
- Self-starter who demonstrates confidence working cross functionally
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills are a must
- Internship experience is a plus
- Extra-curricular involvement
Responsibilities
- Analyze booking, revenue, and margin trends
- Plan and analyze department expenses
- Provide data analytics utilizing SAP and Business Intelligence tools
- Prepare monthly/quarterly reports for senior management package
- Propose and implement process improvements
- Provide financial support for ad hoc business unit projects
- International assignment opportunities
- Accounting and SOX exposure
- Investor Relations exposure
- Cross functional exposure
Benefits
- health, dental, and vision insurance
- a 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
- employer-paid disability, family leave, life insurance
- paid time off (including holidays)
- optional voluntary benefits
- recognition and wellness programs
- annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance or a sales incentive plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
