Finance Leadership Development Program

Nordson Corporation; Westlake (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Nordson Corporation offers a two-year Financial Leadership Development Program designed to develop future leaders in finance through a sequence of rotational assignments. Participants will interact with senior finance leaders and take part in major financial initiatives, with roughly four rotations including an international assignment.

The program emphasizes leadership, analytical skills, and strong business partnering, with relocation assistance available to support successful completion and

Qualifications

• 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 quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Related work or internship experience.
• Demonstrates exceptional financial business partnering with interpersonal communication.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a two-year rotational program with ~4 assignments, including a 3-month international rotation.
• Interact with senior finance leaders and participate in key financial initiatives.
• Relocation assistance is provided.
• Identify positions to interview across the finance organization prior to program completion.

Skills

Leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Business partnering

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting

Tools

Data analytics tools

Project management software

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. 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.

Rotation Examples Include

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

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 Required

None Minimal Estimated 25%

At Nordson, we believe that anything is possible. We empower our global team of employees to engineer, manufacture, and market innovative products and systems that are essential to everyday life. These differentiated products and systems are used for precision dispensing and processing and serve a variety of end markets, including packaging, transportation, medical, and electronics. Founded in 1954, we are guided by our values of integrity, respect for people, customer passion, energy, and excellence. We care for our employees and provide them with opportunities to advance their careers and make an impact, inside and outside of work. Nordson is headquartered in Westlake, Ohio, and has direct operations in more than 35 countries to support our products and systems with application expertise and a direct global sales and service organization.