Accounting Consultant - Financial Control

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. CNA is seeking an Accounting Consultant to join the Financial Control team. The Financial Control team within the Corporate Finance Department is comprised of risk management experts who collaborate with business leaders to establish and manage internal controls over financial reporting while educating the company on financial risk. We consult, advise, and provide governance for the control activities of the Company. 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. The ideal candidate is a self‑motivated team player with a strong analytical mindset and a high degree of accountability for maintaining an effective financial control environment. This individual will partner across the organization to support SOX compliance, strengthen internal controls, identify and mitigate risk, and drive continuous process improvement. The role requires strong communication and organizational skills, attention to detail, sound professional judgment, and a passion for enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of financial processes and controls. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Serve as a trusted advisor to business partners on financial control requirements, risk mitigation, and control design. Independently assess control gaps, deficiencies, and emerging risks, including root cause analysis, impact assessment, and recommended remediation plans. Partner with process owners to design practical, sustainable controls that keep pace with business changes, system implementations, and evolving risk. Lead coordination with CNA’s external auditors. Identify opportunities to simplify, automate, or improve financial controls and related processes. Lead special projects, risk assessments, and cross‑functional initiatives requiring strong judgment, organization, and communication. Reporting Relationship: Director or above Skills, Knowledge & Abilities Experience with SOX responsibilities, internal control frameworks and audit methodologies. Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects effectively. Knowledge of GAAP, Statutory and other complex accounting principles including technical expertise in multiple functional areas; experience in Insurance industry preferred. Proven communication, interpersonal and presentation skills to work effectively among all levels of internal/external business partners. Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi‑task and lead in a fast‑paced dynamic workforce. Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite and other business‑related software systems; experience in Optro preferred. Ability to lead and develop staff members and drive a culture of learning and development. Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics or business, or equivalent; Master's degree preferred. 5 to 7 years of accounting, finance, or risk management experience with progressively increasing levels of responsibility. 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 $72,000 to $141,000 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 utilizes AI‑enabled technology during the recruiting process. For more information, please visit our careers page. CNA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. At CNA, we are focused on success, individually and collectively. We pride ourselves on promoting a culture that challenges and engages people. We strive to connect people, departments and business areas, to function as a team, and to serve our customers and communities with professionalism and respect. Our dedication to employee engagement, continuous learning and the open exchange of ideas is the cornerstone of our business. These ideals, combined with our focus on the customer, enable us to explore new market opportunities and build on our success. Our values, culture and financial strength are what differentiates us from other employers and make CNA the place you want to work. At CNA, we are committed to advancing a culture of inclusion – one that attracts talent from all walks of life, fosters respect and collaboration, and enables all of our colleagues to do their best work. At CNA, we have a long standing commitment to the diverse communities in which we live and work. We actively make a difference for the greater good through partnerships, sustainability, initiatives, and working together for a better tomorrow. Corporate Social Responsibility is not one person, or one department, it's the entire enterprise coming together to make the world a better place. #J-18808-Ljbffr 01460 Continental Casualty Company