We're Hiring for our Finance Leadership Development Program!
If you are excited and passionate about helping #LetsSolveWater, consider joining our team today! Xylem, Inc. is a leading global water technology company servicing more than 150 countries and is dedicated to solving the world's most challenging water issues. We are looking for individuals to join our mission by exceeding customer expectations through smart sustainable solutions. At Xylem, you will have the opportunity to solve water by participating in our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark !
THE ROLE : Xylem seeks to hire a high potential, entry level candidate to their Finance Leadership Development Program (FLDP). This candidate will be capable of taking on a future finance leadership role at the Company after a series of rotations through various central finance functions as well as at Xylem businesses over 36 month period. The candidate will gain a well-rounded perspective from various areas including Accounting, FP&A, Internal Audit, Strategy, Investor Relations, and Operations. The Company will provide a mentor and formal coaching and development opportunities throughout the program.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Functions will vary based upon rotational area within Accounting, FP&A, Internal Audit, Strategy, Investor Relations, and Operations. Candidates will have full-time analyst responsibilities while within each area and will assist in various projects. This may involve:
Accumulate and analyze results from Xylem's businesses.
Assist team with closing monthly and quarterly results.
Update Presentations, Scripts, Releases, and other materials.
Create reports and analysis as needed; Present findings in a coherent manner to various audiences.
Research of peer company reports.
Serve as liaison for the department and coordinate across multiple functions.
Ability to communicate ideas for improving company processes with a positive and constructive attitude.
Demonstrate basic problem-solving abilities, coupled with a desire to take on responsibility.
Confident self-starter with ability to prioritize and independently manage to get things done with minimal oversight.
Assist the Investor Relations & FP&A teams with various finance projects including sustainability research, peer research & analysis, process improvements, and other items.
Ability to proactively discern potential problems and propose solutions.
Team player and collaborative disposition.
Ability to work effectively with all levels and functions within the organization.
Willingness to learn and work independently.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Flexibility, organization, and poise under time constraints and deadlines.
Ability to listen effectively, ask questions for clarification and guidance.
Ability to build relationships quickly and work in ambiguous situations.
Strong work ethic and personal responsibility to see things through to completion.
Ability to enhance productivity through technology ... CI mindset.
Willingness to travel & relocate (as needed).
Assist in Strategy projects or M&A deals (as applicable).
QUALIFICATIONS :
Attending an accredited University studying toward a Bachelor's or Master's degree
Minimum rising senior in standing
Concentration in Finance, Accounting, or business/economics (other disciplines such as data analytics, engineering, etc. will also be considered provided there is adequate core business studies)
Knowledge of project planning methodologies such as critical path planning.
Knowledge of computers and database/spreadsheet/ word processing software
Knowledge of basic query functions for the purpose of report creation
Knowledge of powerpoint and basic presentation tools
Excellent communications and interpersonal skills
Excellent planning and organizational skills
Problem solving skills
Strong written communication / documentation
Ability to take responsibility and function under minimal supervision
Ability to work with wide range of people
The 2024 FLDP candidates begin in early September 2024 and rotate through 3 different roles over the course of the 3 year program.
At Xylem, we embrace diversity and strive to create avenues where employees feel valued and appreciated through our DE&I initiatives and Employee Resources Groups (ERG). Xylem is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action workplace. Xylem prohibits discrimination, harassment of any kind and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex or sexual orientation (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, marital status, medical conditions or disability, genetic information, age, or other non-merit factors.
Join the global Xylem team today! Xylem is a team creating advanced technology solutions to the world's water challenges through developing new technologies and services that will improve the way water is used, conserved, and re-used in the future is central to our work. Our products and services move, treat, analyze, monitor, and return water to the environment, in public utility, industrial, residential, and commercial building services settings. Xylem also provides a leading portfolio of smart metering, network technologies and advanced analytics solutions for water, electric and gas utilities.
Disclaimer: The information listed within this job description is designed to indicate the general nature of work expected for this position and shall not be viewed as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required in this position. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job absent undue hardship. Xylem reserves the right to modify this job description or assign other duties to this position as needed.
