The FTP participant will have exposure to both corporate and plant environments. The program will develop candidates into well-rounded financial professionals ready to progress into increasingly challenging assignments. The FTP is a flexible program which provides broad exposure to a number of company operations, financial and management systems, organizational levels and problem-solving approaches. This position will report to the Controller of one of our manufacturing facilities. This is a 24-month rotational program, and candidates must be geographically mobile throughout the program.
Key Responsibilities:
Preparation of monthly financial forecasts and weekly forecast updates.
Analysis of financial and operational results.
Preparation of monthly and quarterly reporting packages for senior management.
Month-end closing and reporting, including account reconciliations and coordination of closing entries with other APP locations.
Capital appropriation support.
Analysis of plant spending and leadership of spend management systems.
Tracking execution of cost savings projects and coordinating reporting in cost savings system.
Financial analysis and process development for special projects, as required.
Completion of Alcoa's Sarbanes-Oxley requirements for internal controls.
Basic Qualifications:
B.S. Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or closely related discipline.
Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced Excel and PowerPoint Skills
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in both written and oral form
Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills
Self starter
Experience with querying databases
Excellent analytical skills
Experience with cost accounting
Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $8.3 Billion in revenue in 2025, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers’ success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2025 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report. Follow: LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
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Skills Required
- B.S. Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or closely related discipline
- Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States
What We Do
Howmet Aerospace Inc., headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company’s primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, and titanium structural parts necessary for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications, as well as forged wheels for commercial transportation. With nearly 1,150 granted and pending patents, the Company’s differentiated technologies enable lighter, more fuel-efficient aircraft to operate with a lower carbon footprint.
