2026 Early Career Program- Corporate Finance & Risk Rotational Program, Enterprise Finance

Guardian Life Insurance • New York, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you looking for a career in finance at an established company whose purpose is to inspire well-being? If yes, come join the Corporate Finance organization through our Corporate Finance & Risk Rotational Program. This unique two-year rotational position provides you with the opportunity to work in a variety of accounting, risk, and financial divisions and provides you with the knowledge and skills to build a rewarding career. You can expect to learn about Guardian and get hands-on experience in how finance, audit and risk are an integral partner to all areas of our business. This position will rotate across the Corporate Finance & Risk organization, focusing on one department or project every year. At the conclusion of the program, we anticipate successful candidates to transition into a full-time role within the Corporate Finance & Risk team. Location: New York, NY

Requirements

• A senior with an anticipated graduation date of May 2026, preferably with a degree in Economics, Finance, Accounting, Business, Audit, Risk, or Mathematics
• A team player with a can-do attitude who is looking to make a positive impact
• A high level of comfort with finance and accounting principles
• Analytical and creative problem-solving skills
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Demonstrated ability to deliver timely results
• Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship, now or in the future, for employment-based work authorization. F-1 visa holders with Optional Practical Training (OPT) who will require H-1B status, TNs, or current H-1B visa holders will not be considered.
• In order to be a successful applicant. you must be legally authorized to work in the United States, without the need for employer sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Oracle General Ledger and SmartView a plus

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparations for various reports, work papers, provisions and reconciliations
• Assist in the preparation of quarterly financial statements and year-end accounting functions
• Assist in Compensation & Benefits related journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting
• Assist in various Position Management functions including updating position status, reconciliations between systems, reporting, and ongoing maintenance.
• Help team leads with the year-end and month-end planning process
• Assist with completing and responding to various audit requests
• Assist in tracking and reporting expenses, expense analysis, financial statement analysis, journal entries and various accounting functions
• Help to build out reports in Oracle
• Assist in process improvement projects to enhance risk, accounting and reporting efficiencies
• Have the opportunity to work and learn from supportive leaders, mentors and team members across the organization who will help coach you as you develop your professional career
• Learn about Guardian’s purpose, values, how we work, and our suite of product and service offerings
• Build a network of colleagues and have a sense of community with other parts of the business
• Think broadly and ask questions about data, facts and other information
• Be a self-starter – someone who enjoys “rolling up their sleeves and getting things done”, has high energy, strong work ethic, displays the ability to work independently, and is creative

Benefits

• Meaningful and challenging work opportunities to accelerate innovation in a secure and compliant way
• Dynamic, modern work environments that promote collaboration and creativity to develop and empower talent
• Employee Resource Groups that advocate for inclusion and diversity in all that we do
• Social responsibility in all aspects of our work- we volunteer within our local communities, create educational alliances with colleges, and drive a variety of initiatives in sustainability
• At Guardian, you’ll have the support and flexibility to achieve your professional and personal goals. Through skill-building, leadership development and philanthropic opportunities, we provide opportunities to build communities and grow your career, surrounded by diverse colleagues with high ethical standards.
• As part of Guardian’s Purpose – to inspire well-being – we are committed to offering contemporary, supportive, flexible, and inclusive benefits and resources to our colleagues.
• Explore our company benefits at www.guardianlife.com/careers/corporate/benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees