Finance Leadership Development Program Associate

Legrand AV, Inc.; Elmwood (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Legrand AV, Inc. with its Financial Leadership Development Program (FLDP) offers recent graduates a three-year, three-rotation track across core finance functions. Associates gain hands-on experience in financial planning, accounting, operations finance, internal controls, and business partnering while preparing for leadership roles.

Role start date is June 28, 2027. Candidates must have permanent US work authorization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• Internship or prior work experience in finance is preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership and teamwork abilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Complete three rotational assignments designed to build broad business knowledge.
• Participate in structured professional development and mentorship from senior leaders.
• Gain experience across Legrand North America businesses and locations.
• Support financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and periodic reporting.
• Analyze financial and operational results to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Prepare financial models, account reconciliations, and management reports.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Legrand's Financial Leadership Development Program (FLDP) is hiring motivated and talented recent college graduates interested in building a career in finance. This three-year rotational program provides hands‑on experience across multiple finance functions, giving associates the opportunity to develop expertise in financial analysis, accounting, business performance, controls, and strategic decision support while preparing for future finance leadership roles. Associates will complete three 12‑month rotations across key finance functions, which may include Financial Planning and Analysis, General Accounting, Operations Finance, Internal Controls, and Business Partnering. Each rotation will provide hands‑on experience and exposure to different Legrand businesses, building the analytical, technical, and leadership skills needed for a successful finance career. Upon successful completion of the program, the associate will be offered a finance role at a Legrand location. The FLDP Associate must be mobile to move to any location within the US. Relocation assistance will be provided for each move.

Role start date is June 28, 2027.

Candidates must possess permanent US work authorization to be considered for this role. We will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.

What Will You Do?

• Complete three rotational assignments designed to build broad business knowledge and prepare participants for long‑term career growth.
• Participate in structured professional development, leadership training, and mentorship from senior leaders.
• Gain experience across Legrand North America businesses and locations. Potential locations may include but are not limited to: Connecticut, Illinois, Minnesota, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, New York, California, Texas and Wisconsin.
• Support financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and periodic reporting.
• Analyze financial and operational results to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Prepare financial models, account reconciliations, management reports, and presentations that support business decisions.
• Assist with month‑end and year‑end close activities, including journal entries and variance analysis.
• Partner with finance and cross‑functional teams to provide insights and recommendations that improve business performance.
• Support internal controls, financial compliance, and process‑improvement initiatives.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Experience

• Relevant internship or prior work experience

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Demonstrated leadership, teamwork, communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills.
• Collaborative mindset with a self‑motivated and team‑oriented drive.
• Willingness to learn quickly and adapt to a dynamic business environment.
• High energy and a positive attitude when navigating challenges.
• Intellectually curious and eager to take on new and challenging assignments.
• Ability to travel, relocate, and live anywhere within the United States.

Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Its comprehensive offering of solutions for residential, commercial, and datacenter markets makes it a benchmark for customers worldwide.

Legrand, North & Central America offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay, short‑term and long‑term disability benefit plans, above‑benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, bonus opportunities in accordance with the Company's incentive plans, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network. For more information, visit legrand.us.