What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting and Financial Career Program position at Huhtamaki, Inc.?
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Huhtamaki is a key global provider of sustainable packaging solutions for consumers around the world, enabling wellbeing and convenience. Our innovative products protect on-the-go and on-the-shelf food and beverages, ensuring hygiene and safety, and help prevent food waste.
We are committed to protecting food, people and the planet and are on the lookout for passionate and consummate professionals to join our growing team to help us deliver on our ambitious 2030 Strategy. We look for colleagues who Care, Dare and Deliver.
Huhtamaki’s North America business segment is a leading manufacturer of consumer goods packaging as well as tableware, cups, folding cartons, containers, trays and serviceware for the foodservice industry and retail markets. Our product portfolio includes Chinet®, the leading brand of premium tableware.
Huhtamaki North America employs approximately 4,200 people in 18 manufacturing units with its US Headquarters in De Soto, KS. The parent company, Huhtamaki Oyj, has its head office in Espoo, Finland. Huhtamaki Oyj is the #1 globally operating foodservice packaging and molding fiber company in the world.
Are you looking for a successful, growing company, with a great culture? Huhtamaki can provide you with a meaningful, exciting career.
Job Summary
Our Accounting and Finance Career Program is an accelerated leadership development program designed to provide top college graduates with a path toward key business leadership roles. This program offers a unique opportunity to rotate through various financial functions, receive mentorship from experienced finance professionals, and develop the skills needed to excel in a career at Huhtamaki.
Program Structure:
- Duration: 12-18 months training
- Rotations: 2-3 rotations across different financial functions (e.g., Treasury, Tax, Operations, Supply Chain, IT, Business Units, Internal Audit, Corporate Accounting)
- Training: Comprehensive onboarding and continuous professional development
- Mentorship: Pairing with senior finance leaders and mentors
- Evaluation: Regular performance reviews and feedback sessions
Essential Functions
- Acclimate to Huhtamaki, industry, and financial processes
- Directly interact with and learn from leaders throughout the company
- Engage in specialized training and development opportunities
- Partner with cross-functional business leaders to assist on strategic projects
- Identify areas to improve and streamline financial processes
- All other duties assigned by management
Job Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance
- Strong aptitude in analytics, problem-solving, interpersonal skills, and motivation to succeed
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications and quick-witted with data management software
Preferred:
- Willingness to relocate and an eagerness to develop leadership competencies at other U.S. locations
Environment
- Hybrid work environment that mixes in-office and remote work to offer flexibility and support to employees. In-office hours are set by group Manager.
- Work hours are usually 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. but could require after hours and weekend work to complete projects on time
- Travel as needed; up to 10%
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