2026 Early Career Program, Corporate Finance & Risk Rotational Program

2026 Early Career Program- Corporate Finance & Risk Rotational Program

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

You are:

• 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

You have:

• 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
• Knowledge of Oracle General Ledger and SmartView a plus

You will:

• Assist in preparations for various reports, work papers, provisions and reconciliations
• Assist in the preparation of State filings, quarterly financial statements and year-end accounting functions
• 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, importing bank feeds, processing bank reconciliations and various accounting functions
• Support analytical projects related to liquidity, capital and hedging risk management
• 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

We offer:

• 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

Eligibility:

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.  H1-B and green card sponsorship are not available for this position.

If you have any questions regarding the application process, please feel free to email Guardian_Campus@glic.com.

Salary Range:

$59,120.00 - $88,677.50

The salary range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the primary location of the position. The salary for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of the successful candidate. In addition to salary, this role may also be eligible for annual, sales, or other incentive compensation.

Our Promise

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.

Inspire Well-Being

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. Benefits apply to full-time eligible employees. Interns are not eligible for most Company benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Guardian is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

Accommodations

Guardian is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Guardian also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants (and employees) to accommodate the individual's known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MyHR@glic.com. Please note: this resource is for accommodation requests only. For all other inquires related to your application and careers at Guardian, refer to the Guardian Careers site.

Visa Sponsorship

Guardian is not currently or in the foreseeable future sponsoring employment visas. In order to be a successful applicant. you must be legally authorized to work in the United States, without the need for employer sponsorship.

Current Guardian Colleagues: Please apply through the internal Jobs Hub in Workday.