LEAD Finance Rotational Program

Wabtec•Pittsburgh, PA

4d•$75,000 - $75,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Finance LEAD Rotational Program is Wabtec’s premier early-career development program designed to accelerate the growth of high-potential finance talent into future business leaders. This two-year, accelerated program provides participants with hands-on experience across multiple finance disciplines through four (4) six-month rotations spanning multiple areas of corporate finance. Participants gain broad exposure to areas such as FP&A, Controllership, Commercial Finance, Supply Chain Finance, and Strategic Finance while working on high-impact projects that directly influence business performance. The program combines challenging, real-world assignments, structured technical and leadership training, direct exposure to senior finance leaders and executives, and cross-functional collaboration across the organization. Upon successful completion, participants are positioned for high-impact roles across Wabtec’s global finance organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a business-related field (e.g., Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or equivalent)
Strong academic performance (minimum GPA requirement aligned with program standards)
Overall GPA greater than or equal to 3.5
Major GPA greater than or equal to 3.5
Willingness and ability to meet the relocation requirement while on program
Open to applicants legally authorized to work in the U.S., without the need for current or future work status authorization or visa sponsorship for employment.

Nice To Haves

Internship or co-op experience in Finance, Accounting, or a related business field
Demonstrated leadership experience (student organizations, athletics, work experience, etc.)
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Curiosity, initiative, and a drive to continuously learn and improve

Responsibilities

Rotate through four distinct finance roles across the organization, gaining broad exposure to key financial processes and business models
Support critical financial planning, analysis, and reporting activities, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
Partner with business leaders to drive insights and support strategic decision-making
Contribute to process improvements and business initiatives that enhance financial performance
Build strong relationships across finance and operational teams through collaboration and networking
Present analyses and recommendations to leadership stakeholders