Finance Leadership Development Program

Nordson
  • Westlake, Ohio
    4 days ago

    Job Description

    Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

    Program Design

    The program prepares participants for roles of increasing responsibility through a combination of rotational assignments, formalized feedback, and mentoring. Program participants will have the opportunity to interact with senior finance leaders and participate in various key financial initiatives.

    FLDP participants will complete a two-year rotational program consisting of approximately four rotational assignments, including a three-month international rotation. Rotational assignments are generally six months in duration; however, assignment lengths may be adjusted to accommodate the international experience and business requirements while ensuring a comprehensive two-year development program. Geographical flexibility is required during the program and upon completion of the program. Relocation assistance is provided.

    Rotation Examples Include

    • General Accounting
    • Internal Audit
    • Cost Controlling
    • Commercial Finance
    • Financial Planning & Analysis

    The FLDP program affords participants an outstanding opportunity to produce results, gain working knowledge of key finance functions, quickly gain credibility and develop a strong company network throughout the 2-year program. Before completing the program, participants will work with the administrator to identify positions to interview across the finance organization.

    Education and Experience Requirements

    • Focus on candidates who have a passion for everything finance and demonstrate leadership skills through experience, internships, and extracurricular activities.
    • Must have an aptitude to apply accounting and finance skills and should have strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to excellence and integrity.
    • Full-time student completing bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting between December 2026 and June 2027
    • Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better
    • Strong desire and motivation to develop a career as a future leader in the finance function
    • Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills
    • Related work or internship experience

    • Demonstrates exceptional financial business partnering with a strong presence and outstanding interpersonal communication skills
    • Demonstrated experience with process improvement.
    • Results oriented through initiative, ownership, and accountability.
    • Geographical flexibility is required during and upon program completion.
    • To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and should not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status

    Preferred Skills and Abilities

    • Ability to work independently and proactively
    • Ability to articulate ideas clearly, both verbally and in writing, and adapt messaging for different audiences.
    • Ability to inspire and motivate others without formal authority.
    • Demonstrates structured thinking and creativity in finding solutions.
    • Comfort with analyzing data and using insights to guide decisions.
    • Ability to evaluate options and anticipate long-term implications
    • Works effectively with diverse teams and departments.
    • Quick to learn new concepts and adapt to changing environments.
    • Awareness of how businesses operate and create value.
    • Familiarity with data analytics tools, project management software, or basic financial concepts.
    • Self-awareness, empathy, and the ability to build strong relationships.

    Working Conditions and Physical Demands

    Office environment. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be

    made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    Travel

    None Minimal

     Estimated 25%

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationWestlake, Ohio

    Skills

    • Accountingunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Cost Controlunmatched
    • Data Analysisunmatched
    • Financeunmatched
    • Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)unmatched
    • Internal Auditunmatched
    • International Businessunmatched
    • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Mentoringunmatched
    • Options Analysisunmatched
    • Physical Demandsunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Process Improvementunmatched
    • Project Management Softwareunmatched
    • Quantitative Analysisunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched

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