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Senior Accountant - Financial Control

CNA
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 2/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/24/2025

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.

About CNA

CNA is one of the largest U.S. commercial property and casualty insurance companies. Backed by more than 120 years of experience, CNA provides a broad range of standard and specialized insurance products and services for businesses and professionals in the U.S., Canada and Europe.

About the Finance Team

We are trusted partners who enable smart decisions that enhance shareholder value. We are a group of nimble, resilient and tenacious finance professionals who thrive on solving problems, continuously learning, and improving. We are strengthened by diversity and we are committed to inclusion. Most of all, we are all leaders. We unlock our full potential by investing in our developmentboth individually and together, as a team.

We're looking for team members who are excited about developing and growing their careers while moving our business forward.

About the Job

CNA is seeking a Senior Accountant to join the Financial Control team. The Financial Control team collaborates with business leaders across the organization to establish and manage internal controls over financial reporting while educating the company on financial risk.

This role will have broad exposure to the organization and develop a deep understanding of their supported business areas to ensure key business activities, initiatives, and processes are effectively controlled.

JOB DESCRIPTION : Your Day to Day

  • Provides consultation for a variety of business partners as they execute control responsibilities including design and testing.
  • Objectively evaluates control gaps and deficiencies including root cause analysis and identifying corrective actions.
  • Serves as a key liaison and provides oversight for CNA's external auditors
  • Establishes and modifies corporate procedures, as necessary, to promote continuous improvement in our risk management environment.
  • Stays up to date on trends and developments within functional area of expertise and the insurance industry.
  • Drive process improvement and automation
  • Lead special projects as needed with minimum direction
  • May perform additional duties as assigned

Reporting Relationship

Director or above

Must Have Qualifications

  • Excellent analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects
  • Knowledge of GAAP, statutory and other complex accounting principles, practices and procedures which may include technical expertise in a functional area
  • Familiarity with SOX responsibilities, internal control frameworks and audit methodologies
  • Proven communication, interpersonal and presentation skills to work effectively among all levels of internal / external partners / clients
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and lead in a fast-paced dynamic workforce
  • Education and Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics or business, or equivalent; Master's degree preferred
  • 3 to 5 years of accounting, finance, or risk management experience with progressively increasing levels of responsibility
  • What's in it for you

  • CNA Benefits (including generous 401K, tuition assistance, & PTO)
  • A commitment to Diversity & Inclusion including robust employee resource groups
  • Career development through formal channels as well as CNA's proven culture of continuous learning
  • LI-MR1

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    In certain jurisdictions, CNA is legally required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. In District of Columbia, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York and Washington, the national base pay range for this job level is $54,000 to $103,000 annually. Salary 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 CNA's benefits, please visit cnabenefits.com.

    CNA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact leaveadministration@cna.com.

    Salary : $54,000 - $103,000

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