Management Associate - Accounting & Finance

U. S. Steel • Gary, IN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

U. S. Steel is seeking an early-career Management Associate to participate in its Finance Rotational Program. The role builds a broad foundation across Financial Planning & Analysis and Accounting through rotational assignments based on business needs, development goals, and individual interests. The participant will gain hands-on experience in operational finance, support projects, analyze financial and business performance, collaborate across functions, and develop skills for supporting strategic decision-making.

In the Financial Planning & Analysis rotation, the associate will analyze financial and operating performance, monitor key performance indicators, support budgets and forecasts, prepare management reports, develop financial models, and provide data-driven insights for business decisions. In the Accounting rotation, the associate will gain exposure to plant accounting, controllership, financial compliance, external reporting, month-end close, financial results analysis, and work with plant and corporate teams.

This is an in-office position. The role may involve working in manufacturing or plant settings as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related analytical discipline.
• Zero to two years of relevant experience, or equivalent internship, co-op, or academic project experience.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial analysis, and business performance drivers.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong quantitative, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex information clearly and succinctly.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage time-sensitive assignments.
• High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism when handling confidential information.
• Willingness to work in an operational environment, including manufacturing or plant settings as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with financial modeling, business intelligence tools, or financial planning systems.
• Curiosity, resourcefulness, accountability, and eagerness to learn across multiple finance disciplines.
• Ability to think critically, connect financial data to operational performance, and balance detail orientation with a big-picture perspective.
• Comfort working through complexity, ambiguity, and changing priorities.
• Collaborative approach, strong interpersonal skills, and maturity to interact with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated leadership potential, high energy, and commitment to personal and professional growth.
• Interest in process improvement, automation, data analytics, and innovative approaches to finance work.

Responsibilities

• Analyze financial, operational, and accounting data to identify trends, explain variances, and support business decisions.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and performance reporting for corporate and operational teams.
• Support accounting and controllership processes, including plant accounting, financial analysis, compliance-related work, and month-end or quarterly reporting.
• Build dashboards, reports, and analytical tools to enhance management reporting and visibility into business performance.
• Collaborate with Finance, Accounting, Operations, and leadership teams through meetings, presentations, and cross-functional project work.
• Prepare clear, concise summaries and recommendations for audiences including management and senior leaders.
• Manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing business needs in a fast-paced environment.
• Contribute to process improvement, automation, and digital reporting initiatives across the Finance organization.

What This Job Offers

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