Finance Development Program Analyst

It started with a simple idea: what if surgery could be less invasive and recovery less painful? Nearly 30 years later, that question still fuels everything we do at Intuitive. As a global leader in robotic-assisted surgery and minimally invasive care, our technologies—like the da Vinci surgical system and Ion—have transformed how care is delivered for millions of patients worldwide.

We’re a team of engineers, clinicians, and innovators united by one purpose: to make surgery smarter, safer, and more human. Every day, our work helps care teams perform with greater precision and patients recover faster, improving outcomes around the world.

The problems we solve demand creativity, rigor, and collaboration. The work is challenging, but deeply meaningful—because every improvement we make has the potential to change a life.

If you’re ready to contribute to something bigger than yourself and help transform the future of healthcare, you’ll find your purpose here.

Primary Function of Position

The Finance Development Program (FDP) Analyst is an entry-level professional role designed to develop core finance and analytics capabilities through a structured two-year rotational program consisting of three 8-month assignments across multiple finance functions.

In each rotation, the FDP Analyst performs financial planning, reporting, and analytical work that supports business decision-making. The role works with finance and cross-functional stakeholders to analyze data, develop insights, and contribute to key financial processes, including close, forecast, and budget cycles.

The FDP Analyst builds financial models, develops reporting tools, and communicates analysis results to support business understanding. Work is performed under guidance, with increasing ownership of deliverables and complexity of analysis over time. The role may also include exposure to core accounting processes to support development of a foundational understanding of financial reporting and compliance requirements.

Essential Job Duties

Core Financial Planning, Reporting, and Analysis:

• Perform financial and operational analysis to support monthly close, quarterly forecasting, and annual planning processes
• Analyze and support reporting of business performance, including variance analysis against forecast and budget
• Prepare financial reporting packages, dashboards, and summaries for management review
• Support cost center management including expense tracking, forecasting, and budgeting

Analytics, Modeling, and Insight Generation:

• Develop and maintain financial models with guidance (e.g., ROI, scenario analysis)
• Analyze data to identify trends, drivers, risks, and opportunities; summarize findings into structured insights
• Create and maintain dashboards, reporting tools, and KPIs
• Perform ad hoc analysis to support business questions

Execution and Ownership of Deliverables:

• Execute recurring financial processes (reporting, forecasting, dashboards) with accuracy and timeliness
• Take responsibility for defined deliverables or components of workstreams
• Maintain quality and integrity of financial outputs

Business Partnership and Communication:

• Collaborate with finance teams and cross-functional partners
• Communicate analysis results and insights clearly to stakeholders
• Participate in business discussions and provide analytical input to support decisions

Process Improvement:

• Identify and contribute to process improvement opportunities
• Support automation and standardization efforts

Basic Accounting Exposure (Selected Rotations Only):

• Support selected accounting activities such as financial close processes, preparation of journal entries, and account reconciliations with guidance
• Assist in documenting financial transactions and maintaining supporting documentation
• Gain exposure to financial reporting requirements, including U.S. GAAP principles and internal controls

Progression Across Rotations:

• • Early: Execute analyses with guidance and develop foundational skills
  • Mid: Perform analyses with decreasing guidance and assume ownership of recurring deliverables
  • Late: Manage assigned deliverables with limited supervision and contribute insights in discussions

Required Skills and Experience

• 0–2 years of relevant experience in finance, accounting, or analytics
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Basic experience with financial analysis, including exposure to budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling
• Basic understanding of accounting principles (e.g., financial statements, debits/credits)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with data analytical tools (e.g., SQL, Tableau)
• Ability to translate analysis into clear, structured insights
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
• Effective communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Learning agility and intellectual curiosity
• Ability to apply feedback and develop increasing independence over time

Required Education and Training

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or related field

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Internship or academic experience in finance, accounting, or analytics
• Proficiency in data analytical tools (e.g. Tableau, SQL)
• Experience with reporting or visualization tools
• Coursework or internship experience in accounting or financial reporting

Due to the nature of our business and the role, please note that Intuitive and/or your customer(s) may require that you show current proof of vaccination against certain diseases including COVID-19.  Details can vary by role.

Intuitive is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type, without regard to race, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information or any other status protected under federal, state, or local applicable laws.

Mandatory Notices

U.S. Export Controls Disclaimer:  In accordance with the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (15 CFR §743.13(b)), some roles at Intuitive Surgical may be subject to U.S. export controls for prospective employees
who are nationals from countries currently on embargo or sanctions status.

Certain information you provide as part of the application will be used for purposes of determining whether Intuitive Surgical will need to (i) obtain an export license from the U.S. Government on your behalf (note: the government’s licensing process can take 3 to 6+ months) or (ii) implement a Technology Control Plan (“TCP”) (note: typically adds 2 weeks to the hiring process).  

For any Intuitive role subject to export controls, final offers are contingent upon obtaining an approved export license and/or an executed TCP prior to the prospective employee’s
start date, which may or may not be flexible, and within a timeframe that does not unreasonably impede the hiring need. If applicable, candidates will be notified and instructed on any requirements for these purposes. 

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with fair chance laws.

Preference will be given to qualified candidates who do not reside, or plan to reside, in Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Indiana, Iowa, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, or Tennessee.

This position may be filled at a different job level than listed here depending on
business need and/or on the selected candidate’s experience, knowledge and skills.
Compensation will be based primarily on the job level at which the role is filled and the
candidate’s qualifications, consistent with applicable law.

Accommodation & Accessibility Notice:

Intuitive is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance or an accommodation during any part of the application or interview process, please contact People Services at [email protected].

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, benefits, and equity. It would not be typical for someone to be hired at the top end of range for the role, as actual pay will be determined based on several factors, including experience, skills, and qualifications. The target compensation ranges are listed.