Finance Rotational Program Associate (2027)

Clarios•Milwaukee, WI

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Clarios is seeking motivated undergraduates for its 3-year Finance Rotational Program. This program includes three required 12-month rotations: one in operational finance at a US plant location, one in commercial finance at the Glendale, WI headquarters, and one in global finance at the Glendale, WI headquarters. The program offers career development planning, networking opportunities, mentoring, and detailed performance feedback, designed to help participants select their desired career path. Upon successful completion, participants will transition into a full-time role within the finance organization. This opportunity is open to undergraduate seniors graduating in December 2026 or May 2027. The Finance organization is responsible for financial planning and reporting, accounting, sales planning and operations, demand planning, and ensuring processes meet business needs. Participants will work alongside senior leaders on visible and strategic projects.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s Degree in either Finance, Accounting, Business, or another quantitative field is required.
Must be able to commit to this 3 year program in duration, which includes one 12-month rotation at one of Clarios' manufacturing locations.
Leadership demonstrated through extracurricular activities, employment and/or internship experiences.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US without the need for sponsorship, now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience applying foundational accounting knowledge to support financial analysis, reporting, and decision-making across diverse business functions and rotations.
Enthusiasm for learning new financial skills, business, and product knowledge.
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.
Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

Assist in preparation of monthly management reports and presentations.
Execute timely and accurate preparation of all accounting/financial documents.
Identify areas of improvement and take action to implement change as agreed upon by management.
Prepare month end journal entries and related ad hoc analysis as need.
Assist with forecasting and strategic plan efforts.
Compile and review forecasting results from the regions and works together with the regions to resolve unusual trends or findings.
Maintains adequate back-up/support for key assumptions.