Accounting/Finance Development Program

There are over 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more... many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber and infrastructure for our rapidly growing world is what we're all about at John Deere. And it's why we're investing in our people and our technology like never before! Here the world's brightest minds are tackling the world's biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, we'll put you to work. RIGHT NOW.

 

John Deere is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

 

Primary Location: United States (US) - Illinois  - Moline  
Function: Accounting and Finance (CA)
Title: Accounting/Finance Development Program - 114808 
Onsite/Remote:Onsite Position

 

  

 

Your Responsibilities

As a Finance Development Program employee, you will rotate through three 12-month assignments in different areas of Accounting/Finance. This job is the first level of the Finance Development Program (FDP) and is designed to provide opportunities to develop an understanding of John Deere's products and services, establish a network of people to support personal and professional growth, and to gain experience in one or more of the following areas: cost management, financial analysis, functional assignments and strategic planning. This position performs various professional accounting and finance assignments requiring knowledge of Business Units, Company policies, and accounting theory. This includes coordinating, preparing, and analyzing financial information and reports that provide summary information for management use in making Company financial decisions.

As a Accounting/Finance Development Program for World Headquarters located in Moline, IL, you will...

 

• Evaluate costs and identify variances or opportunities to improve profitability.
• Track budgets and report variances.
• Monitor and analyze data using established finance systems and protocols.
• Develop personal capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching. 
• Develop and maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education. 
• Develop knowledge and understanding of the organization’s policies and procedures and of relevant regulatory codes and codes of conduct to ensure own work adheres to those standards. 
• Assist with the development and delivery of financial policies, guidelines, and protocols to ensure the company complies with regulations and good financial practice. 
• Support the implementation of financial systems process changes and enhancements.
• Produce accurate reports by collecting and analyzing data from a variety of standard sources and inputting it into standard formats

 

VISA Sponsorship is NOT Available for this position

What Skills You Need

 

• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. 
• Mimimum of 6 credit hours in accounting.
• Knowledge of accounting systems, process and practices. 
• Abiltity to gather and analyze data.  
• Willing to travel and relocate to any John Deere location in the US.
• Must be willing to relocate domestically.
• Assignments can be various locations throughout the US.

What Makes You Stand Out

 

• Costing and Budgeting
• Data Collection and Analysis
• Compliance Management
• Policy and Regulation
• Action Planning
• Commercial Acumen
• Reporting Assessment
• Learning and Talent Development
• Policy and Procedures
• Review and Reporting
• Verbal Communication

Education

 

Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following: 

 

• Graduating with bachelor's or master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Data Analytics, Economics or Related Degrees.

Wha