Jobs · Finance · Illinois

Financial Development Program

Zebra Technologies · Lincolnshire, IL · 1 wk ago
Finance$55k–$82k/yrFull-time

At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working. United by curiosity and a culture of caring, we develop smart solutions that anticipate our customer’s and partner’s needs and solve their challenges. Being part of Zebra Nation means you are seen, heard, valued, and respected. Drawing from our unique perspectives, we collaborate to deliver on our purpose. Here you are part of a team pushing boundaries today to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations, their employees, and those they serve. You’ll have opportunities to learn and lead in a forward-thinking environment, defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes you care about—locally and globally. Come make an impact every day at Zebra.

About the role

The Zebra Financial Development Program (FDP) is a three-year program that covers all tasks under the scope and responsibility of the Chief Financial Officer, such as business operations, financial planning, accounting, and internal audit. This includes a one-year rotation in each of the roles after successful completion of the previous assignment.

Responsibilities

  • Business Operations and Financial Planning
    • Participates in P&L reporting and variance analysis
    • Assist with ad-hoc projects of moderate scope supporting the development of financial reporting based on the analysis of these projects
    • Support the creation of key management reports with appropriate narratives and explanations
    • Partner with the function to provide in-depth knowledge as a Finance Contact
    • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
  • Accounting and Internal Audit
    • Works on month-end closing activities including income statements, balance sheets, profit-and-loss, and other accounting statements
    • Prepares monthly and quarterly journal entries necessary for monthly close; enters journal entries, reconciles accounts, and investigates reconciling items
    • Participates in interviews to understand and document the business process in a set of flowcharts
    • Executes testing of internal controls and identifies exceptions
    • Assists the Experienced and/or Senior Internal Auditor(s) in summarizing the audit results

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship now or in the future

Skills

  • High degree of accuracy
  • Confident at meeting deadlines
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Advanced Excel and database skills

Preferred Qualifications

  • Successful completion of a Zebra internship

Work Environment

  • Hybrid
  • Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting or standing

Pay

Pay Range: $54,640.00 - $81,960.00

In addition to base pay, Zebra offers this role the opportunity to earn a performance-based annual cash incentive, at a target equal to 5% of base pay, in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan.

Benefits

Zebra Total Rewards includes more than just pay and is structured to meet the needs of our changing global business and evolving talent. We are committed to providing our employees with a benefits program that is comprehensive and competitive—including healthcare, wellness, inclusion networks, and continued learning and development offerings. We offer community service days, in addition to the traditional insurances, compensation, parental leave, employee assistance program, and paid time off offerings depending on the country where you work.

We understand the importance of work-life balance and wellbeing, which is why we offer flexibility for our teams including: hybrid work, adaptable hours, Summer Flex Fridays, Focus Fridays, and an annual companywide well-being day to promote revitalization and success.

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