Financial Analyst, Rotational Development Program

Your Title: Financial Analyst
Location: Westminster, Colorado
Our Department: Rotational Development Program

Trimble offers a unique opportunity for a motivated recent graduate to join the Trimble team as a part of our Finance Rotational Development Program. This program is designed for motivated college graduates with business acumen, a desire to learn, a willingness to lead, and the confidence to interact with company executives and key business leaders. Participants will develop critical leadership and technical skills through rotational assignments, in-depth training, and ongoing coaching and feedback. In this position you will have the opportunity to use your recently gained knowledge to rotate through 3 - 4 different positions within multiple businesses and finance organizations, providing you vast opportunities and great company exposure. At the end of this 36 month program, we will facilitate your post-program process by supporting you through finding the best position that suits your skills and business needs. This is a full-time, salaried position with benefits.

Rotations would generally include 6 - 12 months spent in a variety of roles, for example:

Business Unit Finance

• Gather, analyze, prepare and summarize recommendations for financial plans, trended future requirements and operating forecasts
• Participate in month/quarter-end accounting close
• Variance Analysis: analyze P&L for changes in margin and expenses
• Maintain and develop proper internal controls, especially those mandated by SOX
• Support long range planning and strategy development
• Participate in acquisition modeling and acquisition

Internal Audit

• Assist with the Sarbanes-Oxley compliance program, operational, regulatory & financial internal audits, management assurance engagements, and fraud and forensics
• Support businesses in creating and executing internal controls
• Aid in the creation and modification of internal controls
• Educate and integrate controls for acquisitions

Corporate Accounting

• Responsible for general ledger close activities using Oracle. Assist with close responsibilities (i.e. perform journal entries, reconciliations, balance sheet flux analysis, detailed account analysis)
• Responsible for maintaining accounts and records in various general and/or cost accounting functions
• Collect and analyze financial data and prepare reports and recommendations.
• Review, verify and approve transactions and journal entries
• Prepare income and balance sheet, profit and loss, consolidated and other accounting statements
• Assist with improving processes and procedures within the Dayton Finance group (i.e. track IT requests, project status, etc.)
• Prepare monthly financial and management reporting packages
• Responsible for performing and optimizing the day-to-day and period close revenue operations activities processed systematically or manually
• Participate in various system implementation related activities and assist with revenue reporting and analytics

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Assist in nancial planning processes related to annual and quarterly forecasting, headcount planning, and long-range planning
• Collaborate cross-functionally with other financial groups, including purchasing, accounting, corporate nance
• Engage with Business Unit finance leadership
• Prepare reports and analysis for CFO, board meetings, senior management reviews
• Provide analysis and monitor new acquisition activity
• Support external reporting, including earnings releases and 10Qs

Your Characteristics/Skills
Curiosity: Shows a keen desire to learn and understand new concepts, technologies, and processes. Asks insightful questions and seeks out new information proactively, demonstrating enthusiasm for exploring new ideas and approaches to problem-solving.
Initiative: Takes proactive steps to identify and address challenges and opportunities without waiting for instructions. Works independently to drive projects forward and shows a willingness to go above and beyond to achieve goals and contribute to team success.
Adaptability: Quickly adjusts to changing priorities, environments, and situations. Maintains effectiveness and composure in the face of unexpected challenges and demonstrates flexibility in approach while being open to new ideas and methods.
Leadership Potential: Shows the ability to inspire and motivate others to achieve their best performance. Guides and supports peers by providing clear direction and feedback and takes ownership of projects by leading with accountability and responsibility.
Communication: Possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills. Clearly and effectively conveys information and ideas to individuals and groups and demonstrates active listening skills with the ability to engage in constructive dialogue.
Prioritization: Effectively manages time and resources by identifying the most critical tasks. Sets priorities to ensure key objectives are met and balances multiple responsibilities without compromising quality or deadlines.

Education/Experience Required
BA or BS in Finance, Accounting, Business Analytics or Economics
Advanced proficiency in Excel, including pivot tables and data tables
Familiarity with data query/data management tools extremely helpful (Access or SQL)
Experience in Oracle Financials and Cognos a plus
A minimum of one related prior internship or up to three years of relevant professional experience is required.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must already possess authorization to work in the United States of America without the need for employer sponsorship

Preferred Experience
Recent leadership experience/community involvement in university or elsewhere