Hubbell Rotation Program - Finance

Hubbell Incorporated

About The Position

The Hubbell Rotation Program (HRP) is a program for new college graduates aimed toward accelerated exposure in various disciplines of Finance/Accounting. The program will span a three-year period and includes three rotations across financial disciplines and Hubbell businesses. Rotation assignments are flexible based on interests of the participant and needs of the business. These roles offer a variety of opportunities to build financial and business acumen, including: Driving short and long-term financial planning, forecasting and variance analysis, Implementing critical financial controls and performing key financial accounting activities, Conducting industry and peer market research and benchmarking, Communicating strategic initiatives to internal and external stakeholders, Valuation analysis and financial modeling, Driving insights on manufacturing and operational performance. This program is intended to be a pipeline for future Finance leadership at Hubbell. Participants will have the opportunity to build a strong network among peers, along with high visibility and dedicated mentorship opportunities with current Hubbell leaders.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting preferred
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
Versatility, flexibility, and ability to manage evolving priorities
Ability to exercise independent judgment and leadership
Proficient on basic computer programs: Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, Share Point
Demonstrated ability to lead projects and drive successful outcomes

Responsibilities

Drive and support strategic / long-term financial planning
Support forecasting activities, including the annual operating plan
Perform monthly variance analysis and support financial reporting
Prepare monthly presentations to communicate results as needed
Support monthly/quarterly closing activities by performing journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
Ensure adherence to financial policies, internal controls, and generally accepted accounting principles
Work with team to drive control improvements
Prepare presentations for earnings release, board meetings, company events and conferences
Monitoring financial markets and peer performance
Research and analyze industry trends and competitor activity
Support communication strategies that help build relationship with stakeholders
Work with team to drive cash collections. Track payments, make banking deposits and run reports
Support team with completing payments and controlling expenses by receiving payments, plus processing, verifying and reconciling invoices
Support reporting and analysis of key monthly manufacturing and cost accounting metrics
Act as a liaison between Finance and Accounting teams as well as Hubbell’s Operations teams
Drive insights from examination of trends related to manufacturing performance
Support M&A activities and divestitures
Assist with financial modeling and due diligence activities
Research potential markets and acquisition targets to determine value and strategic fit
Specializes in reviewing tax liability
Maintains current knowledge of federal, state and local tax laws and codes
Assists with company tax filings, monitors compliance with tax codes and identifies opportunities for tax savings