CNA Financial Corporation

Senior Financial Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis

CNA Financial Corporation$80K — $110K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or related field
  • CPA designation (or in progress) preferred
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in FP&A or related finance functions
  • Experience in insurance or financial services industry preferred
  • Advanced Excel skills; familiarity with Workday Adaptive Planning and Power BI is a plus
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and build relationships across levels of the organization

Responsibilities

  • Support annual planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes
  • Prepare monthly financial reporting packages, KPI dashboards, and variance analyses
  • Develop and maintain financial models, business cases, and scenario analyses
  • Analyze financial and operational performance; provide actionable recommendations
  • Collaborate with stakeholders on forecasting, performance management, and planning
  • Enhance reporting tools, metrics, and dashboards for better visibility
  • Support process improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with internal controls

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Retirement savings plan with employer contributions
  • Professional development and training opportunities
  • Flexible work hours and remote work options
  • Employee assistance programs and wellness initiatives
Full Job Description
The Senior Financial Analyst, FP&A supports the organization's financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and strategic decision-making processes. Working closely with Finance and business leaders, this role delivers financial insights, performance analysis, and reporting that support operational and strategic objectives. The successful candidate will combine strong analytical skills, financial modeling expertise, and business acumen to help drive informed decision-making across the organization. JOB DESCRIPTION: RESPONSIBILITIES: • Support the annual planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes, including development of assumptions, templates, and analysis. • Prepare monthly financial reporting packages, KPI dashboards, and variance analyses, highlighting key business drivers and trends. • Develop and maintain financial models, business cases, and scenario analyses to support business initiatives and strategic decision-making. • Analyze financial and operational performance and provide actionable recommendations to business partners and management. • Collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to support forecasting, performance management, and business planning activities. • Develop and enhance reporting tools, metrics, and dashboards to improve financial visibility and decision-making. • Support process improvement initiatives, internal controls, and audit requirements within the FP&A function. • Participate in cross-functional projects and perform ad hoc financial analysis as required. QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related discipline. • CPA designation (or working toward completion) preferred. • Minimum 5 years of experience in FP&A, financial analysis, reporting, or related finance functions. • Insurance or financial services industry experience preferred. • Advanced Excel skills required; experience with Workday Adaptive Planning and Power BI considered an asset. • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to translate data into business insights. • Ability to manage competing priorities and build effective relationships across all levels of the organization. • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other enterprise business tools, including responsible use of AI enabled technologies (such as Copilot or similar) to enhance efficiency, analysis and workflow in accordance with company policies.

About CNA Financial Corporation

CNA Financial Corporation provides commercial property and casualty insurance products primarily in the United States. It offers professional liability coverages and risk management services to various professional firms, including architects, real estate agents, and accounting and law firms; directors and officers, employment practices, fiduciary, and fidelity coverages to small and mid-size firms, public and privately held firms, and not-for-profit organizations; and commercial property, general liability, cyber liability, umbrella, and excess liability, as well as various other property and casualty coverages for healthcare institutions, professional services firms, and other specialized industries. The company also provides warranty and service contracts for consumer goods, and extended service contracts for consumer automobiles and recreational vehicles; and accident and health, and group life insurance products. In addition, it offers management and professional liability insurance and risk management services, as well as other specialized property and casualty coverages to various healthcare organizations, including hospitals, physician groups, and nursing homes. The company markets its products through independent agents, brokers, and general underwriters to various customers, including small, medium, and large businesses; insurance companies; associations; and other industry groups. CNA Financial Corporation was founded in 1853 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
Learn more about CNA Financial Corporation
Size
5,600 employees
Market Cap
$11.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$690 million
Founded
1973
5 Year Trend
+4.7%
Revenue
$10.8 billion
NASDAQ

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