Discovery Program - Accounting

-; Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology leader in Canada seeks candidates for an 18-month rotational program aimed at developing accounting and leadership skills. The ideal applicant will have completed university studies in accounting, possess a maximum of two years of professional work experience, and demonstrate excellent bilingual communication skills in English and French. This program includes mentorship and professional development opportunities within a supportive work environment. Applicants must be authorized to work in Canada and open to travel between sites.

Qualifications

• Maximum two years of professional work experience by the start date.
• Must have work authorization for Canada and be available for travel.

Responsibilities

• Learn about ABB's global business.
• Engage with ABB leaders and mentors.
• Achieve career goals through professional development.
• Complete meaningful assignments.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Great organizational skills

Desire to learn and grow

Education

Completed university studies in accounting

Job description

At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we'll give you what you need to make it happen. It won't always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you'll never run alone. Run what runs the world.

This Position reports to: Marketing Sales & Service Finance Manager.

You will be a part of an 18-month rotational program. Two rotations focused on developing accounting and leadership skills and ABB product knowledge.

You will complete the rotational program with Electrification Installation Products business group. Installation Products provide customers with installation and safety solutions created for ease of installation and maintenance, and that are also designed for sustainability and superior performance for continuous operation throughout their life span.

You will attend June orientation with all other Discovery Program participants. This global programming is designed for early talent training, personal and professional growth, and networking. You will have a dedicated program manager to coach you throughout your journey.

Your responsibilities

• Learn about yourself and ABB's global business
• Engage with ABB leaders including rotation managers and mentors who will help you develop technical and leadership skills
• Aspire to achieve career goals at ABB by participating in professional development opportunities, including but not limited to webinars
• Demonstrate curiosity and resourcefulness by managing research and analysis projects
• Deliver on business results by completing challenging and meaningful assignments in a supportive environment

Your background

• Completed university studies in accounting before the start of the program
• Maximum two years of professional work experience by the start date
• Desire to learn and grow
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, in English and in French. French is required. English is also required to communicate with customers outside Quebec on a regular basis.
• Great organizational skills
• Must already have a work authorization that would permit you to work for ABB in Canada and must be available to travel to any of our Canadian sites

Why ABB?

We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You'll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that's tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.

ABB values the dedication, commitment, and expertise of our employees. As an Employment Equity Employer, we believe in an inclusive and diverse workforce. We are committed to ensuring that our policies and practices align with the Employment Equity Program, aiming for a workforce that is truly representative of the four designated groups:

• Women
• Indigenous peoples
• Members of visible minorities
• Persons with disabilities

ABB is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities and encourages candidates to self-identify during the application process.