Finance Management Training Program

Position Summary

Southland Industries, one of the nation’s largest MEP building systems experts, is looking for a highly motivated candidate to join our Finance Management Training Program. The program lasts approximately 2 to 2.5 years and includes a 12‑month foundation phase with the Corporate Finance department in Garden Grove, CA, followed by 12 to 18‑month rotations through one or more division offices. Upon completion, trainees will be offered a relocation package and the opportunity to advance within our finance and business teams nationwide.

• Northern California – Union City, CA
• Southern California – Garden Grove, CA
• Mid Atlantic – Dulles, VA
• Southwest – Las Vegas, NV
• TCM – Portland, OR
• National – Tempe, AZ

• Corporate Finance – Garden Grove, CA – Accounts Payable – 12 months
• Accounts Receivable – Payroll – Financial Audits – 12 months
• Billing/Collections – 6 months – Accounts Payable, Payroll, Subcontract
• Project Maintenance – 6 months – General Ledger Accounting, Financial Reporting, Month‑End Closing, Project Review, Project Audits
• Purchasing – 1.5 months – Estimating – 1.5 months – Project Cost Accounting – 3 months – Project Management Support, Field Exposure, Client Interface

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent
• Detail‑oriented, thorough, and organized
• Independent contributor with initiative and a team player contributing to department goals and deadlines
• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills, able to interact effectively with team members and cross‑functional leaders
• Self‑motivated with high initiative and accountability

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
• Annual bonus program based on performance, achievement, and company profitability
• Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
• Disability income protection insurance
• Pre‑tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Training/professional development opportunities and company‑paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
• Wellness benefits

Since 1949, Southland Industries has been built on the foundation of great people. We focus on growth, professional achievement, and innovation, and we thrive in fast‑paced environments that challenge and value employees. Apply now to join our dynamic team.

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We maintain a safe, discrimination‑free workplace for all employees.

The final pay is determined by education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and market data. For California, pay ranges from $58,000 to $66,000 per year plus annual incentive, benefits, and retirement program.

All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, professional reference checks, and a valid Motor Vehicle Record check for driving duties. We do not offer sponsorship at this time.

Southland Industries does not accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be established after a bona fide work order is issued by the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).