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Join BD as a PATH Program Associate in a rotational development program located in Nebraska and Utah. This full-time role requires a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week and offers a salary range of $115,000 to $183,900 USD Annual. You will support manufacturing operations, manage plant P&Ls, and prepare for plant leadership roles.

Requirements

  • Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics, or related field.
  • Cost Accounting, General Accounting, and Finance knowledge required.
  • Advanced Excel skills and ERP experience required (SAP preferred).
  • Audit experience preferred.
  • Track record of managing increasing levels of responsibility and leading cross-functional teams.

Skills & Responsibilities

  • Cost Accounting & Finance: Manage the full plant P&L, fixed and variable operating budgets, material variances, and labor expenses to support manufacturing financial objectives.
  • Excel & ERP Systems: Utilize advanced spreadsheet and enterprise resource planning tools to analyze monthly and annual financials and deliver accurate product costing.
  • Audit & Controls: Oversee internal and external audits, perform balance sheet reviews, and monitor control procedures.
  • Business Partnering & Leadership: Partner with senior operations leaders to drive cost improvements and lead cross-functional teams.
  • Potential transition routes: People from financial analyst, cost accountant, or military finance officer roles may bring strong analytical and leadership skills, alongside meeting the mandatory degree and accounting requirements.

Job description

We are the people who give possibilities purpose

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

Job Description

P.A.T.H Program Associate

Our people make all the difference in our success.

Job Summary:

The P.A.T.H. program is a rotational development program designed to support and attract veterans transitioning into corporate finance roles, while remaining open to all qualified applicants . The program consists of two 18-month rotations in different geographical locations (Nebraska, Utah). Participants gain broad exposure to the BD’s Medical Essentials Business through facility level operations—with approximately 70% Finance and 30% accounting responsibilities, including some business development and transformation exposure. Rotations are customized to each candidate based on their background and development goals.

Post program associates will be considered for plant leadership roles throughout the US.

  • Work on diverse and challenging assignments that deliver business benefit

  • Visibility to and provide impact of business performance

  • Develop and refine transferable skills

  • Build a robust network

  • Specialized training and mentorship

Day to Day Responsibilities:

The PATH Program Associate will act as the Cost Accounting Manager, reporting to the Plant Controller, serves as a key decision support partner for the manufacturing organization and is responsible for managing the full plant P&L at their site. The role provides financial guidance to both Finance and Operations leaders, helping to set and achieve financial objectives while supporting the development and execution of Operations strategies. This position also ensures strong accounting and reporting procedures are in place to deliver accurate product costing and clear visibility into manufacturing performance.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Support the operations Staff in the overall management of the operations financials, specifically in the annual Budget, quarterly Projection, and monthly actual processes. Key areas include material variances, labor & indirect expenses, inventory, and capital.

  • Responsible for preparing, analyzing and reporting monthly and annual financials to Facility, Division and Corporate management.

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BD

PATH Program Associate

Canaan
On-site
$115,000 - $183,900 a year
End to end ownership of Fixed and Variable operating budget for the facility.
  • Perform monthly balance sheet review and reconciliation.

  • Assist and challenge teams with compiling cost improvements, team goals, and monthly forecasts.

  • Manage both internal and external audits performed at the facility.

  • Review, challenge, monitor, and support control procedures

  • Manage and report results of annual physical inventory.

  • Project-Related Responsibilities:

    • Where applicable, drive operational improvements, maintain and enhance processes and controls, and take ownership of new processes.

    • Document relevant information with critical financial roles of the plant.

    Basic Qualifications:

    • Minimum Bachelor’s degree, preferably Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Mathematics).

    • Possess a track record of demonstrating the management of increasing levels of responsibility, successful business partnering at a senior level, and leading cross-functional teams

    • Demonstrated ability to improve controls and influence decisions through accounting knowledge and data driven financial analysis

    • Cost Accounting, General Accounting, and Finance knowledge are all required

    • Advanced Excel skills are vital

    • ERP experience is vital; SAP experience is preferred

    • Audit experience preferred

    At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

    For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

    Why Join Us?

    To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.

    We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.

    To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.

    Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

    Required Skills

    Optional Skills

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    Primary Work Location

    USA CT - Canaan

    Additional Locations

    Work Shift

    At BD, we reward, support and develop our associates through our comprehensive Total Rewards program. We are committed to attracting and retaining high quality talent by providing reward and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture, as well as a competitive package of compensation and benefits programs.

    Benefits may include:

    Health & Well-being: Medical, dental, vision, health savings and flexible spending accounts, life and disability insurance, wellness resources, mental health support, and disease management programs.

    Retirement & Financial Well-being: 401(k), deferred compensation programs, financial counseling, DailyPay, and educational savings resources.

    Work-Life Balance & Family Support: Paid time off, company holidays, educational assistance, parental leave, adoption assistance, backup care, caregiving support, employee assistance programs, commuter benefits, pet insurance, legal services, and associate discount programs.

    Leave Programs: Bereavement, military, personal, family and medical leave, and jury duty leave.

    Additional details regarding benefits and well-being programs can be found in Our Commitment to You.

    Our salary or hourly rate ranges reward associates fairly and competitively. We regularly review these ranges and factors, such as location, contribute to the range displayed

    Our pay is based on the role and the necessary skills and education to perform it successfully. The salary or hourly rate offered is determined by the role's specific requirements, including any applicable step rate pay system at the work location. Salary or hourly pay ranges are influenced by labor laws and Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) requirements applicable to the work location which may also affect the workplace arrangement of the role.

    Salary Range Information

    $115,000.00 - $183,900.00 USD Annual

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