Rotational Finance Programs Jobs in Pennsylvania

The Finance LEAD Rotational Program is Wabtec's premier early-career development program designed to accelerate the growth of high-potential finance talent into future business leaders.

This two-year, accelerated program provides participants with hands-on experience across multiple finance disciplines through four (4) six-month rotations spanning multiple areas of corporate finance. Participants gain broad exposure to areas such as FP&A, Controllership, Commercial Finance, Supply Chain Finance, and Strategic Finance while working on high-impact projects that directly influence business performance.

The program combines:

• Challenging, real-world assignments
• Structured technical and leadership training
• Direct exposure to senior finance leaders and executives
• Cross-functional collaboration across the organization

Upon successful completion, participants are positioned for high-impact roles across Wabtec's global finance organization.

What You Will Do

As a member of the Finance LEAD Program, you will:

• Rotate through four distinct finance roles across the organization, gaining broad exposure to key financial processes and business models
• Support critical financial planning, analysis, and reporting activities, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Partner with business leaders to drive insights and support strategic decision-making
• Contribute to process improvements and business initiatives that enhance financial performance
• Build strong relationships across finance and operational teams through collaboration and networking
• Present analyses and recommendations to leadership stakeholders

Program Experience

• Duration: Two-year program consisting of four six-month rotations across various functions of corporate finance
• Locations: Rotations are primarily located in Chicago, IL and Pittsburgh, PA (with the potential for certain other Wabtec sites as well as business needs evolve)
• Relocation: Participants are expected to relocate to a different Wabtec office at least once during the program to broaden experience and network
• Development: Structured curriculum focused on both technical and leadership skill development, supplemented by formal training and mentorship

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a business-related field (e.g., Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or equivalent)
• Strong academic performance (minimum GPA requirement aligned with program standards)
• Overall GPA greater than or equal to 3.5
• Major GPA greater than or equal to 3.5
• Willingness and ability to meet the relocation requirement while on program
• Open to applicants legally authorized to work in the U.S., without the need for current or future work status authorization or visa sponsorship for employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship or co-op experience in Finance, Accounting, or a related business field
• Demonstrated leadership experience (student organizations, athletics, work experience, etc.)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Curiosity, initiative, and a drive to continuously learn and improve

What We Look For

We are seeking candidates who are:

• Driven - motivated to accelerate their professional development
• Analytical - able to translate data into actionable insights
• Curious - eager to understand the "why" behind business outcomes
• Collaborative - able to influence and work effectively across teams
• Adaptable - comfortable navigating new roles, teams, and business challenges

Why Join the Finance LEAD Program

• Accelerated career progression into high-visibility finance roles
• Direct access to and mentorship from senior finance leadership
• Broad exposure across multiple business units and finance functions
• Opportunity to make meaningful contributions early in your career
• Strong network of peers and alumni across the organization

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $75000-75000 The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it's not just about a job - it's about the impact you make. When our people come together, we're Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you're ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.
 

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it's freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together - are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We're lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We're building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We're proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

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