Unum · 6 days ago
Sr. Accounting & Finance Development Program Associate
Chattanooga, TN
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$64K/yr - $120K/yr
2+ years expUnum is a Fortune 500 company and leading provider of employee benefits worldwide. The Accounting and Finance Development Program is designed to develop Associates' financial and business acumen through job rotations and training, preparing them for leadership roles within the Finance organization.
FinanceFinancial ServicesInsurance
Responsibilities
Successfully complete 3-4 rotations (previous work experience prior to Unum may count as a rotation) as in various parts of the Finance organization and broader business units; outstanding work performance while in the assigned roles; demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and effectively with others; self-directed in completing high quality work within established timelines. Work locations may include Chattanooga TN, Portland ME, Columbia SC, and Worcester MA. It’s strongly encouraged that Associate’s experience rotations on two campuses
Demonstrate commitment to career development and growing financial acumen by pursuing and achieving a relevant Finance credential (CPA, CFA)
Participate in regular monthly/quarterly financial cycle
Prepare meaningful and complex financial reports for designated area
Demonstrate strong understanding of analysis by applying knowledge, anticipating issues, and demonstrating ownership of assigned tasks or processes. Leverage the analysis to make business recommendations
Continuous assessment of established training and work processes to identify and drive effectiveness and efficiency improvements. Contributes to operating effectiveness through information sharing, suggested process improvements and effective implementation of change
Maintain a strong and specialized working knowledge in assigned tasks and analysis of Unum’s products, services and business processes including, his/her specific business area, the issues and technical skills required to support the area
Communicate issues identified, proactively recommend the most appropriate/effective resolutions and present effectively to management and officers
Work on and/or lead special projects that require research and analysis. May involve partnering with other business areas to identify and resolve issues
Serve as informal leader/mentor to more junior level peers
Qualification
Required
Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance or other equivalent relevant specialty with minimum GPA requirement 3.0
Must be CPA eligible and have passed at least 1 part of the CPA or have passed Level 1 of the CFA exam
2 to 4+ years of accounting experience or equivalent relevant work experience
Proven intent to pursue and achieve relevant Finance credential (CPA, CFA)
Ability to link understanding of business processes, business drivers, and changes to other areas and financial results and trends
Strong understanding of the components of multiple financial statements and how they interact with one another
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to lead and navigate change
Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills; adept at handling group dynamics
Highly motivated individual that is able to take independent actions to solve business issues with limited direction from managers
Ability to prioritize work while working on multiple projects keeping track of and meeting due dates
Intermediate Excel Skills
Proficient in Word and PowerPoint
Meet the standards for this position, as defined in the Talent Management framework
We seek highly motivated individuals with the intellectual curiosity to keep up with the fast pace, ever changing accounting environment. Our associates are inclusive leaders who are change agents in the work they do. They are self-starting individuals who enjoy collaboration, deliver innovative results, and possess effective communication skills
Preferred
General ledger systems and reporting tools experience preferred
Benefits
Award-winning culture
Inclusion and diversity as a priority
Performance Based Incentive Plans
Competitive benefits package that includes: Health, Vision, Dental, Short & Long-Term Disability
Generous PTO (including paid time to volunteer!)
Up to 9.5% 401(k) employer contribution
Mental health support
Career advancement opportunities
Student loan repayment options
Tuition reimbursement
Flexible work environments
Healthcare benefits (health, vision, dental)
Insurance benefits (short & long-term disability)
Paid time off
401(k) retirement plan with an employer match up to 5% and an additional 4.5% contribution whether you contribute to the plan or not
Company
Unum
Since our founding in 1848, Unum has been a leader in the employee benefits business through innovation, integrity and an unwavering commitment to our customers.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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$700M2025-11-11Post Ipo Debt· $300M
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