About Us Zurich North America has over 150 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience.
Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals.
We serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500.
Our growth strategy is not limited to our business.
As an employer, we strive to provide ongoing career development opportunities, and we foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging.
Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry.
Join us in building a brighter future for our colleagues, our customers, and the communities we serve.
About the Role Do you enjoy unlocking the power of numbers to drive results?
Consider our Accounting & Finance Development Program.
Trainees rotate through several core disciplines to hone the skills necessary to succeed in one of two tracks: Accounting and Corporate Finance.
Trainees emerge from the program as accounting and finance professionals who foster our growth and ensure our competitive edge as well as their own.
Zurich is currently accepting applications for the June 2025 program.
This program is a 2-year entry-level rotational program that supports the development of the technical and leadership skills to become a senior-level financial analyst.
You will partake in 4, 6-month rotations within the Finance organization spanning core finance disciplines, including opportunities in Financial Accounting and Reporting, Planning and Performance Management, Treasury, Finance Operations, Credit Risk, and more.
You will also gain exposure to senior leaders.
This program is sponsored by our Finance Leadership Team.
Basic Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance and no prior experience in the Accounting or Finance area OR
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 2 or more years of experience in the Accounting or Finance area OR
ZurichCertified Insurance Apprentice, including an Associate Degree and no prior experience in the Accounting or Finance area AND
Knowledge of accounting or finance principles Preferred Qualifications Previous corporate internship experience Aptitude for automation and process improvement Sound knowledge of accounting or finance principles General ledger or accounting transactional experience Intermediate Microsoft Office experience Technology experience related to one or more of the following areas preferred: General ledger, financial reporting systems, treasury workstation Strong verbal and written communication skills
As a condition of employment at Zurich, employees must adhere to any COVID-related health and safety protocols in place at that time (https://www.zurichna.com/careers/faq).
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As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 150 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience.
Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals.
We serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500.
Our growth strategy is not limited to our business.
As an employer, we strive to provide ongoing career development opportunities, and we foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging.
Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry.
Join us in building a brighter future for our colleagues, our customers and the communities we serve.
Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation.
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As a global company, Zurich recognizes the diversity of our workforce as an asset.
We recruit talented people from a variety of backgrounds with unique perspectives that are truly welcome here.
Taken together, diversity and inclusion bring us closer to our common goal: exceeding our customers expectations.
Zurich does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
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Zurich does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies.
Any unsolicited resume will become the property of Zurich American Insurance.
If you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal for resume submission.
Location(s): AM - Schaumburg
Remote Working: Hybrid
Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered: No
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