Hubbell Rotation Program (HRP) – Finance/Accounting Rotation

Job Description

Hubbell Rotation Program – Finance | Hubbell Incorporated

The Tone:
This is an early career, full-time role within Hubbell’s Finance division, designed as a three-year rotation program for new college graduates. Hubbell Incorporated, founded in 1888, is a leading global manufacturer creating critical infrastructure solutions that power customers, communities, people, and the planet. The company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification, developing solutions for a more reliable, resilient, and efficient energy infrastructure across various markets like Data Centers, Renewables, and Industrial. This program offers accelerated exposure to diverse financial and accounting disciplines across Hubbell’s Utility and Electrical Solutions segments, serving as a direct pipeline for future Finance leadership. Participants will build robust financial and business acumen, cultivate a strong professional network, and receive dedicated mentorship within a company committed to sustainable, ethical operations and an inclusive culture.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Multiple Hubbell US locations (including Shelton, CT headquarters)
• Team: Various Finance and Accounting teams across Hubbell’s businesses
• Mission: Accelerate financial and business acumen in new college graduates to build future Finance leadership
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, Share Point

What You’ll Actually Do
• Financial Planning & Analysis: Drive and support strategic and long-term financial planning, including comprehensive forecasting activities for the annual operating plan. Perform detailed monthly variance analysis to understand performance drivers and prepare financial reports and presentations communicating results.
• Controllership & Compliance: Support monthly and quarterly closing activities by executing journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations. Ensure strict adherence to financial policies, internal controls, and generally accepted accounting principles, actively working with teams to drive control improvements.
• Operations & Performance Insight: Act as a liaison between Finance, Accounting, and Hubbell’s Operations teams. Support reporting and in-depth analysis of key monthly manufacturing and cost accounting metrics, driving actionable insights from examination of performance trends.
• Corporate Development & Valuation: Support M&A activities and potential divestitures, assisting with critical financial modeling and due diligence processes. Research potential markets and acquisition targets to determine their value and strategic fit within Hubbell’s portfolio.
• Investor & Stakeholder Relations: Prepare comprehensive presentations for earnings releases, board meetings, company events, and conferences. Monitor financial markets and peer performance, research industry trends, and support communication strategies to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Finance or Accounting.
• Experience: Entry-level professional (0-2 years) with demonstrated ability to lead projects and drive successful outcomes.
• Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication; strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical capabilities; versatility, flexibility, and adaptability to evolving priorities; proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, and SharePoint.