Stanley Black & Decker Leadership Program - Finance

Come make the world and accelerate your success. It takes great people to achieve greatness—people with a sense of purpose and integrity, a relentless pursuit of excellence, and a passion for making things better. Join our team of approximately 48,000 diverse and high-performing professionals globally who are making their mark on brands like DEWALT®, BLACK+DECKER®, CRAFTSMAN®, STANLEY®, CUB CADET®, and HUSTLER®.

About the role

The Stanley Black & Decker Leadership Development Program (SLP) is a high-profile rotational program designed to accelerate the development of future leaders. Geared toward recent graduates with Finance internship experience and a relevant business degree, the program offers two years of rotations within Finance across the United States. Each rotation includes project assignments that familiarize participants with our business operations and contribute to the success of our facilities. This program provides invaluable early-career experiences for those seeking challenging developmental opportunities.

This hybrid role will begin in either New Britain, CT or Towson, MD, with in-office work required Tuesday through Thursday.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and deliver projects as assigned.
• Collaborate with functional business groups to ensure efficient and effective solutions that support business goals.
• Lead projects in compliance with established business requirements, methodologies, and practices.
• Monitor and report project status to management, identifying and addressing issues that may impact project goals.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and suggest constructive changes.
• Lead key Finance and Accounting projects to streamline processes and increase working capital turns.
• Gather and report global Key Performance Indicator (KPI) metrics.
• Present project deliverables to the Executive Team biannually.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related business field.
• Prior internships in Corporate Finance, Accounting, or Data Analytics.
• Willingness to rotate every 6 months to a new location (primarily U.S.-based, with potential global opportunities).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels of the business.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Access, and other Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%, including domestic and international travel.
• 0-3 years of professional work experience (internship experience included).
• Must be willing to rotate work assignments, projects, and teams every 6-12 months; relocation for at least one rotation may be required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits plan including medical, dental, life, vision, and disability coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and personal days.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products, as well as partner programs.
• Access to learning and development resources, including a digital learning portal, Lean Academy, and online university certifications.
• Career growth opportunities across 60+ global brands.
• Diverse and inclusive culture with a focus on mutual respect and collaboration.
• Opportunities to participate in volunteerism, community giving, and sustainable business practices.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $51,700.00 - $83,300.00 annually. The salary offered may vary based on job level, geographic location, experience, and qualifications. Eligible candidates may also receive annual merit increases and participate in a comprehensive total rewards program.