McKesson

Finance Leadership Program (FLP) Associate

McKesson$82K — $137K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Recent MBA graduate with a focus in Finance or related discipline
  • 2+ years of prior experience in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Banking preferred
  • Strong financial and business acumen
  • Demonstrated leadership experience
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
  • Ability to build relationships across teams and organizations

Responsibilities

  • Partner with Finance and business leaders to analyze performance and provide insights
  • Develop financial models, forecasts, and decision-support tools
  • Support planning, budgeting, and performance management activities
  • Translate financial data into actionable insights for stakeholders
  • Lead projects and manage cross-functional coordination
  • Evaluate and improve current processes for efficiency and transparency
  • Build relationships across Finance and the broader business

Benefits

  • Participate in structured leadership and professional development
  • Receive ongoing coaching, feedback, and performance support
  • Gain exposure to diverse Finance functions and leaders
  • Build a network with FLP peers, alumni, and mentors
  • Develop technical, business, and leadership capabilities through meaningful work assignments
  • Broad foundation for long-term career opportunities within McKesson Finance
Full Job Description
The McKesson Finance Leadership Program (FLP) is a two-year rotational development program designed to attract, develop, and retain high-potential Finance talent with the capability and aspiration to become future leaders within McKesson.

FLP Associates complete four six-month rotations across Corporate Finance, business-unit Finance, and other strategic Finance functions. Through these experiences, Associates build broad enterprise perspective, strengthen technical and leadership capabilities, develop business acumen, and gain exposure to diverse teams, leaders, and business challenges across McKesson.

In addition to rotational assignments, FLP Associates participate in structured development programming, coaching, networking, executive exposure, and other experiences designed to accelerate their growth as Finance professionals and leaders.

Rotational assignments are based on business needs and individual development opportunities and may include areas such as FP&A, Controllership, Internal Audit, Customer Finance, Strategy, Transformation, and other Corporate or business-unit Finance functions.

FLP Associates may be responsible for:
  • Partnering with Finance and business leaders to analyze performance, identify trends, and provide insights that support business decisions
  • Developing financial models, forecasts, dashboards, reporting, and other decision-support tools
  • Supporting planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance-management activities
  • Translating financial and operational data into clear insights and recommendations for stakeholders
  • Leading projects or workstreams and managing deliverables, timelines, stakeholders, and cross-functional coordination
  • Evaluating current processes and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, controls, transparency, or business outcomes
  • Supporting the development and implementation of new Finance processes, systems, reporting tools, automation, or digital capabilities
  • Building relationships across Finance and the broader business to understand stakeholder needs and strengthen business partnership
  • Preparing and delivering analyses, recommendations, and presentations to Finance and business leaders
  • Applying sound judgment, curiosity, and problem-solving skills to ambiguous or evolving business challenges
  • Taking ownership of individual development by actively seeking feedback, building relationships, and pursuing experiences that strengthen leadership and Finance capabilities
  • Contributing to the day-to-day priorities and strategic objectives of each rotational team


Program Experience

FLP Associates will have opportunities to:
  • Complete four diverse six-month Finance rotations
  • Gain exposure to multiple areas of McKesson and its Finance organization
  • Work directly with Finance leaders and cross-functional stakeholders
  • Participate in structured leadership and professional development
  • Receive ongoing coaching, feedback, and performance support
  • Build relationships with FLP peers, alumni, mentors, and senior leaders
  • Develop technical, business, and leadership capabilities through meaningful work assignments
  • Build a broad foundation for long-term career opportunities within McKesson Finance


Minimum Requirements
  • Strong financial and business acumen
  • Recent MBA graduate with a concentration or focus in Finance or a related discipline
  • Demonstrated leadership experience
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
  • Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
  • Ability to build relationships and work effectively across teams and organizational levels
  • Demonstrated initiative, learning agility, and ability to operate in changing or ambiguous environments
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship is not available for this position


Preferred Knowledge & Skills

Candidates should demonstrate:
  • Preferred 2+ years of prior experience in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Banking, or another analytical field
  • Strategic and analytical thinking
  • Sound judgment and ability to translate analysis into actionable recommendations
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment
  • Curiosity and willingness to learn new businesses, functions, and areas of Finance
  • Ability to influence and collaborate across functions without direct authority
  • Commitment to continuous improvement and use of data, technology, and digital tools to improve Finance outcomes
  • Executive-level communication and presentation skills
  • Commitment to integrity, accountability, and McKesson's values
  • Interest in building a long-term career within McKesson Finance


Physical Requirements
  • General Office Demands


We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.

Our Base Pay Range for this position

$82,300 - $137,100

McKesson has become aware of online recruiting-related scams in which individuals who are not affiliated with or authorized by McKesson are using McKesson's (or affiliated entities, like CoverMyMeds or RxCrossroads) name in fraudulent emails, job postings or social media messages. In light of these scams, please bear the following in mind:

McKesson Talent Advisors will never solicit money or credit card information in connection with a McKesson job application.

McKesson Talent Advisors do not communicate with candidates via online chatrooms or using email accounts such as Gmail or Hotmail. Note that McKesson does rely on a virtual assistant (Gia) for certain recruiting-related communications with candidates.

McKesson job postings are posted on our career site: careers.mckesson.com.

About McKesson

McKesson Corporation provides medicines, pharmaceutical supplies, information and care management products and services across the healthcare industry. The Company operates in two segments. The McKesson Distribution Solutions segment delivers ethical drugs, medical-surgical supplies and equipment and health and beauty care products throughout North America. This segment also provides specialty pharmaceutical solutions for biotech and pharmaceutical manufacturers, sells financial, operational and clinical solutions for pharmacies (retail, hospital, long-term care) and provides consulting, outsourcing and other services. The McKesson Technology Solutions segment delivers enterprise-wide clinical, patient care, financial, supply chain, strategic management and software solutions. In July 2011, the Company acquired Portico Systems from Safeguard Scientifics, Inc. On March 25, 2012, it acquired the independent banner and franchise businesses of Katz Group Canada Inc. McKesson Distribution Solutions delivers pharmaceuticals to retail pharmacies and institutional providers like hospitals and health systems. They operate pharmaceutical distribution centers across the country, serving customers in all 50 states. They also deliver a comprehensive offering of health care products, technology, equipment and related services to the alternate site market, including physician offices, surgery centers, long-term care facilities and home care businesses across the country. McKesson is currently the largest pharmaceutical distributor in North America. McKesson also operates McKesson Canada and has an equity holding in Nadro, a leading distributor in Mexico.

McKesson Careers

Join McKesson, a leading global healthcare company, and be part of a team that is redefining the future of healthcare. With a variety of job opportunities available, McKesson is the perfect place to advance your career, whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out. Work You’ll Do At McKesson, we are committed to improving care in every setting—one product, one partner, one patient at a time. We’re seeking talented professionals to join our team and contribute to a culture of innovation, diversity, and leadership. Our employees are driven by a deep sense of purpose and a desire for continuous growth and improvement. Empower Your Future in Healthcare With positions ranging from internships to leadership roles, McKesson offers unparalleled employment opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career. Our commitment to diversity training ensures that all team members have the opportunity to thrive. Join a team where your skills will be honed, your professional growth will be supported, and where you can genuinely see the difference you make in the lives of patients around the world. Innovative Work Environment McKesson is at the forefront of healthcare innovation. Our team is constantly exploring new ways to improve patient outcomes and streamline care processes. This commitment to innovation is what sets us apart and what makes McKesson an exciting place to work. Career Development and Benefits McKesson believes in nurturing the potential of its employees through robust career development programs and comprehensive benefits designed to support your life and well-being. From leadership training to health and wellness benefits, we ensure our team members are equipped to meet their professional and personal goals. Explore Job Opportunities Whether you’re looking for an internship to kickstart your career, or a senior position to utilize your extensive experience, McKesson offers a range of opportunities. Explore our open positions and find where you can make a difference at McKesson. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search for open positions that match your skills and interests. We are looking for passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players who are ready to take the next step in their careers. Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. Networking and Professional Growth At McKesson, networking and professional growth are part of our everyday environment. We encourage our employees to connect, share, and learn from each other to foster personal and professional development. Job Alert Emails Personalize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await you at McKesson. Join McKesson today and be part of a team that is dedicated to shaping the future of healthcare.
Learn more about McKesson
Size
58,000 employees
Market Cap
$53.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$4.1 billion
Founded
1833
5 Year Trend
+5.9%
Revenue
$237.6 billion
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