Financial Analyst
Chicago, IL - USA
Job Summary
You have a clear vision of where your career can go. And we have the leadership to help you get there.At CNA we strive to create a culture in which people know they matter and are part of something important ensuring the abilities of all employees are used to their fullest potential.
Consider joining CNAs Corporate Actuarial Accounting & Reporting this role under broad supervision you will work with management in the development creation and implementation of management reporting and analysis. You will play an active role in modernizing the teams reporting capabilities by leveraging modern tools and AI-enabled solutions. You will provide accounting support and timely financial data reports and reporting tools as part of the monthly close process enabling management to make critical business decisions.New accounting grads will be considered and encouraged to apply.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Performs a combination of duties in accordance with departmental guidelines:
- Assembles and compiles relevant financial and or operational data as well as investigates and analyzes data variances and anomalies for reporting and budgeting purposes.
- Assists in contributing to quantifying the financial impact of business opportunities and issues and participates in financial modeling for future acquisitions expense management as well as assisting in the development of long range financial forecasts and other projects.
- Produces periodic financial analysis and/or other tables and reports for management.
- May run programs and work with programming staff to create extracts from processing systems and assist in the automation of daily operation reporting for management.
- Participates in assigned special projects.
May perform additional duties as assigned.
Reporting Relationship
Manager or above
Skills Knowledge & Abilities
- Knowledge of corporate and departmental accounting/finance practices procedures and principles.
- Understanding of GAAP and/or statutory accounting principles.
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
- Must be results oriented with the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
- Good interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively interact with staff at all levels.
- Detail oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and complete projects effectively.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate business and technical information clearly with management and staff.
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite accounting systems and applications and other business-related software systems.
Education & Experience
- Bachelors Degree preferably in accounting or finance or equivalent.
- Up to two years of related work experience in finance or accounting.
In certain jurisdictions CNA is legally required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this District of Columbia California Colorado Connecticut Illinois Maryland Massachusetts New York and Washington the national base pay range for this job level is $47000 to $78000 determinations are based on various factors including but not limited to relevant work experience skills certifications and location. CNA offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to help our employees and their family members achieve their physical financial emotional and social wellbeing goals. For a detailed look at CNAs benefits please visit.
CNA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the recruitment process. To request an accommodation please contact.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
CNA provides insurance solutions to more than 1 million businesses and professionals worldwide. With more than 100 years of industry experience, CNA has earned a reputation as one of the most trusted commercial insurance companies in the business. We’re a powerful legacy built on expe ... View more