Finance/Accounting Intern

PRIMARY PURPOSE

CNA is hiring for a Finance/Accounting intern to join their team in Summer 2027.  Our intern will explore the world of corporate finance by supporting real business activities such as analyzing financial statements, supporting monthly close activities, preparing account reconciliations, and assisting with budgeting and forecasting and pricing. They’ll get the chance to rotate through various departments in our Chief Financial Office which will help build hands-on experience and strengthen analytical skills.

To reach the best solutions and solve the most challenging questions, CNA uses a merit-based process to bring together professionals from a wide array of academic disciplines, fields of study, technical specialties, and professional experiences.  Our flexible and engaging work environment encourages open inquiry, robust and respectful debate, and collaborative execution through every stage of the problem-solving process.  Our employees are committed to helping clients develop effective solutions to better manage their programs through scientific, data-driven approaches. We are looking for creative and innovative individuals to help carry out our mission.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND/OR DUTIES

1.  Assist project accounting and financial planning teams with routine tasks, data gathering, and financial tracking using systems like Costpoint and COGNOS.

2.  Support meetings and process improvements by observing, participating, and helping prepare reports, charts, and basic financial analyses.

3.  Help with budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and development of simple financial models under supervision.

4.  Support the contracts team with basic contracts administration and price. 

5.  Maintain confidentiality of financial information and perform other supportive tasks as assigned to learn about financial processes.

6.  Provide excellent customer support.

7.  Perform other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

1.  Education: Must be in junior or senior year of bachelor’s degree or enrollment in a graduate program. Positions within the CFO department require pursuing a degree in accounting, finance or economics. GPA of 3.0 strongly preferred.

2.  Experience: Undergraduate- level coursework and experience preferred.

3.  Skills: Must have experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); good interpersonal and oral and written communication skills; critical thinking and organizational skills. Experience with any accounting system a plus.

4.  Other: Must be a US citizen.

5.  Remote/Hybrid Work Eligibility: This position is eligible for telecommuting or hybrid work arrangements at the discretion of the Supervisor.  Employees may be required to work at CNA headquarters or other work locations resulting in changes to the scheduled telecommuting or hybrid work arrangements.