Finance Development Program Analyst

Franklin Electric; Fort Wayne (IN); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid remote work

Paid time off

Parental leave

On-site amenities

401(k) match

Health, dental, vision

Job summary

Franklin Electric is seeking candidates for its Finance Development Program (FDP) in Fort Wayne, IN. The program offers three 12-month rotations across finance and accounting, with mentorship, executive exposure, and challenging assignments to build future finance leaders.

You will work on financial reporting, budgeting, data-driven improvements, and partner with teams worldwide to deliver insights. A degree by May 2027, GPA 3.0+, leadership, and Excel skills are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or 5th-year master’s in finance, accounting, economics, data analytics, or business-related degree by May 2027.
• Equivalent GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Demonstrated leadership experience required.
• Intermediate MS Excel skills preferred.
• Passion for finance and accounting.
• Relevant internships or co-ops are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial packages including balance sheet and P&L analysis.
• Support the annual budget process and rolling forecasts, analyzing variances.
• Leverage data analytics and AI-enabled tools to solve business problems and improve processes.
• Partner with cross-functional teams across regions to provide insights.

Skills

Leadership experience

MS Excel

Data analytics

Team collaboration

Education

Finance/Accounting degree

Job description

Department: Finance / Accounting / Audit

Location: US - Indiana - Fort Wayne

Description

Embark on a career journey with Franklin Electric, where your passion meets purpose, and every day is an opportunity to make a difference in our global communities in providing access to water, fuel and electricity. The Finance Development Program (FDP) is designed to build Franklin Electric's future finance leaders through rotational experiences, executive exposure, mentorship, and challenging business assignments. FDP participants complete three, 12-month rotations in various finance and accounting departments, developing critical leadership and technical skills while benefitting from in-depth and ongoing support, training and coaching. Franklin Electric is a diverse team of innovators making a positive global impact since 1944. We offer innovative water solutions, ensuring access, treatment, and efficient management of this vital resource. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our innovative products, industry leading quality products, exceptional customer service, employee development, and passion for social responsibility. Join us to create a better future while growing professionally in a supportive environment!

MOVE FORWARD WITH US

What you will be doing:

• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial packages, including balance sheet and P&L analysis.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Support the annual budget process and rolling forecasts, analyzing variances.
• Data & AI-enabled Solutions: Solve business problems and improve processes through proficiency and interest in leveraging data, analytics, and emerging technologies, including AI-enabled tools.
• Business Partnership: Work with cross-functional teams in various regions (NAM, LATAM, South America, EMEA, APAC) to provide insights.

Who we want:

• Hard-working winners - Confident, competitive, and results-oriented professionals who create a track record of success.
• Dedicated achievers - People who thrive in a fast-paced environment and will stop at nothing to ensure a project is complete and meets regulations and expectations.
• Collaborative partner - People who build and leverage cross-functional relationships to bring together ideas, information, use cases, and industry analyses to develop best practices.

What you need:

• A bachelor’s or fifth-year master’s degree (received by May 2027) in finance, accounting, economics, data analytics, or business-related degree is required
• An equivalent cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Demonstrated leadership experience is required
• Intermediate knowledge of MS Excel is preferred
• Passion for finance and accounting
• Relevant, real-world experience through prior projects, internships and co-ops is a plus
• Ability to excel in a team-based environment

Don’t feel like you check all the boxes? Here at Franklin Electric, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive culture which includes embracing candidates from a variety of different backgrounds and industries. We highly encourage you to apply so we can connect on this and future opportunities.

Company Values & Benefits

FE provides many opportunities to learn and grow through development opportunities such as training, certifications, mentorship, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, one-on-one coaching and more! We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and amenities such as:

• Hybrid remote work arrangements
• Generous paid time off & holidays
• Paid parental leave & on-site motherhood rooms
• On site café & complimentary beverage stations
• Indoor fitness facility & outdoor walking paths
• 401(k) with matching & service contributions
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance
• Short & long-term disability
• Fertility & adoption support
• Undergraduate & graduate tuition reimbursement
• Professional development assistance
• Health & wellness programs

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