Summary

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.

Job description

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.

Job Description And/Or Duties

Assist project accounting and financial planning teams with routine tasks, data gathering, and financial tracking using systems like Costpoint and COGNOS.
Support meetings and process improvements by observing, participating, and helping prepare reports, charts, and basic financial analyses.
Help with budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and development of simple financial models under supervision.
Support the contracts team with basic contracts administration and pricing.
Maintain confidentiality of financial information and perform other supportive tasks as assigned to learn about financial processes.
Provide excellent customer support.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

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.
Undergraduate-level coursework and experience preferred.
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.
Must be a US citizen.

Requirements

Must be in junior or senior year of bachelor's degree or enrollment in a graduate program
CFO department positions require pursuing a degree in accounting, finance or economics
GPA of 3.0 strongly preferred
Undergraduate-level coursework and experience preferred
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
Must be a US citizen

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
403(b) Retirement Plan With Employer Matching
Paid Time Off

Company overview

Ora is the world's leading full-service ophthalmic drug and device development firm, operating as a specialized contract research organization (CRO) focused exclusively on ophthalmology. Founded in 1974 and headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, the company has over 45 years of experience in advancing eye care innovations globally. Ora provides comprehensive research and development services spanning preclinical studies, clinical trials, regulatory strategy, and product development for both pharmaceutical and medical device companies. With operations across the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, and Asia, the company has helped clients achieve more than 85 product approvals to date. Ora's expertise covers a wide range of ophthalmic conditions including allergy, dry eye, retina diseases, glaucoma, and anti-infective therapies. The company employs over 500 ophthalmology specialists who utilize proprietary clinical models, integrated data solutions, and global regulatory strategies to accelerate product development from concept to market. Ora serves a diverse client base ranging from startups to global pharmaceutical and device companies, positioning itself as the trusted partner for ophthalmic innovation worldwide.