Finance and Accounting Leadership Development Program (FALDP)

Job Description

Finance and Accounting Leadership Development Program 2027 | GALLO

The Tone:
This is a full-time, hybrid telecommute role at GALLO, a family-owned company with over 90 years of legacy in the total alcohol beverage industry. Consistently recognized as a “Best Places to Work,” GALLO manages 130+ brands, including top wine and spirits brands like Barefoot Wine and High Noon, and sponsors major sports leagues. This program is designed to launch early careers in Finance, Accounting, or Internal Audit, providing a structured, rotational experience that builds a strong foundation and broad business exposure. It is crucial for developing future financial leadership within the company, offering hands-on experience and professional networking.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid Telecommute
• Pay: $34.00 – $34.75 / hour
• Mission: To develop individuals into future leaders by providing foundational skills and broad business exposure across Finance, Accounting, or Internal Audit through a rotational program.
• Tech Stack: MS Word, MS Excel

What You’ll Actually Do
• Financial Analysis: Contribute to preparing and analyzing financial statements for business insights.
• Accounting Support: Support monthly accounting close activities to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Planning & Budgeting: Develop forecasts and budgets to aid strategic financial planning.
• Business Evaluation: Evaluate business opportunities to inform decision-making and growth.
• Operational Improvement: Drive operational improvements across various business functions.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Statistics, Mathematics, or Economics; OR a Master’s degree in Accounting (MSA/MAcc) or Finance (MSF). All degrees must be received by June 2027.
• Experience: Currently enrolled at an accredited college or university. Required to be 18 years or older. Ability to travel up to 5% for company events, training, and meetings.
• Skills: Strong analytical, interpersonal, and written communication skills. Self-motivated and skilled in managing multiple tasks within a team environment. Proficient in basic MS Word and MS Excel.
• Bonus: Prior Gallo Finance or Accounting work experience.