The Land O'Lakes Finance organization is currently seeking candidates to join our organization in a Talent Acceleration Program (TAP) Associate role. This role will provide the opportunity to learn a variety of tasks and functions within our Finance organization. The TAP program is designed to offer two defined rotational assignments in our Finance and Accounting areas.
In addition to the rotational assignments, you will complete a pre-defined leadership development curriculum and obtain exposure to the Land O’Lakes Finance senior leadership team.
In the Accounting assignment, key learnings and responsibilities will potentially include: maintaining product costing, reviewing work orders, reconciling product inventory, performing monthly account reconciliations; researching, preparing and posting journal entries and other accounting transactions.
In the Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) assignment, key learnings and responsibilities will potentially include: assisting with the preparation of annual budgets and quarterly forecasts, performing monthly variance analysis, preparing other financial reporting and analysis as needed to support the business.
Experience-Education Required:
Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting, or related major, along with a minimum of one internship in related field
GPA 3.0 or higher
Successfully completed the Land O'Lakes internship program
Competencies-Skills Required:
Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint)
Effective interpersonal communication skills and ability to communicate with impact
Ability to effectively execute with focus and accountability
Demonstrate agility and be comfortable with change
Strong curiosity to learn new things and be a quick learner
Analytical mindset and the ability to infer trends and relevant patterns of risks and opportunities
Salary for this position is $69,000
About Land O'Lakes, Inc.
Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.
We provide a broad portfolio of benefits to keep you and your family at your best. Land O'Lakes is Where Your Future Takes Root.
Land O’Lakes and our global entities support diversity in employment practices.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related major
- At least one internship in a related field
- GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Successful completion of the Land O'Lakes internship program
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and PowerPoint
- Effective interpersonal communication and ability to communicate with impact
- Ability to execute with focus and accountability
- Agility and comfort with change
- Curiosity, willingness to learn, and ability to learn quickly
- Analytical mindset and ability to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
Land O'Lakes, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs include automatic company contributions to retirement savings and additional support via 401(k) and HSA contributions. Legacy eligibility for a pension plan adds further long‑term security for some employees.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical, dental, vision, and mental health support with confidential counseling and free therapy or coaching sessions for employees and dependents. Benefits begin on the start date, removing prior waiting periods.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off, holidays, and paid leaves cover disability, parental, maternity, and caregiving needs. Caregiver and parental leave policies have been expanded to cover broader family situations, including foster placements prior to adoption.
Land O'Lakes, Inc. Insights
What We Do
Land O’Lakes, Inc. is a 100-year-old farmer- and retailer-owned cooperative originally formed with the purpose of working together to create new market opportunities. Fast forward to today and we’ve built on that uniting spirit, developing a comprehensive and leading view of agriculture while maintaining an unwavering commitment to delivering strong annual performance and long-term, shared success with our member-owners. Land O’Lakes believes farmers are the entrepreneurs who truly change the world for the better. By working together with our member-owners, we can continue to strengthen our system, champion farming’s true potential and place our farmer- and retail-owners at the heart of creating a better world for all.
