Finance and Accounting Leadership Development Program (FALDP) Full-Time Participant

Travelers; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 64,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) matching and retirement plan

Paid Time Off (minimum 20 days)

Job summary

Travelers offers the Finance & Accounting Leadership Development Program (FALDP), a three-year rotation designed to develop future leaders in accounting and finance. Participants will gain hands-on experience across Controllership, Audit, FP&A and reporting while leveraging AI tools and mentorship.

Some travel for meetings and events is expected. Ideal candidates have a 3.4+ GPA, a bachelor’s or master’s in Accounting/Finance, and at least one year of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• GPA of 3.4 or greater preferred.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance or related field.
• At least one year of finance, accounting, or related industry experience (internships OK).
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Rotations within Accounting/Controllership, Audit, and Finance across enterprise groups.
• Gain experience in accounting, controllership, FP&A, financial reporting and modeling.
• Leverage AI tools and platforms for quality and accuracy assessment.

Skills

GPA 3.4+ preferred

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Who Are We?

Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That’s the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 170 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it.

Job Category

Finance and Accounting

Compensation Overview

The annual base salary range provided for this position is a nationwide market range and represents a broad range of salaries for this role across the country. The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. As part of our comprehensive compensation and benefits program, employees are also eligible for performance-based cash incentive awards.

Salary Range

$63,800.00 - $105,400.00

Target Openings

1

What Is the Opportunity?

Legally authorized to work in the United States now and in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. The company does not sponsor/support H‑1B petitions, TN, or Forms I‑983/STEM OPT, for this role.

The Finance & Accounting Leadership Development Program (FALDP) is a comprehensive, three‑year rotational program designed to develop the next generation of finance and accounting professionals. Through a combination of challenging assignments, specialized training, and continuous mentorship, participants will build a strong foundation for success within the organization. Additionally, the program provides the opportunity to gain work experience that qualifies for the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification. Upon completion of the program, participants will be qualified to make an impact working in a finance or accounting role, joining a successful group of FALDP alumni across all levels of the organization. FALDP participants are expected to learn and adapt quickly, embrace change, challenge inefficiencies, and bring new ideas to the table. As a participant, you will be empowered to take initiative, engage with diverse perspectives, and celebrate collective success—making a lasting impact from day one.

What Will You Do?

• The FALDP provides rotational opportunities within the disciplines of Accounting/Controllership, Audit, and Finance. These rotations may take place across a variety of enterprise groups, including Claim, Corporate, Technology, Operations, and other business units.
• While specific duties will vary by rotation, FALDP participants can expect to gain experience in areas such as accounting and controllership, auditing and internal controls, financial planning and analysis (FP&A), and financial reporting and modeling. Each rotation is designed to build technical expertise, business insight, and leadership skills, preparing participants for impactful finance and accounting roles upon program completion.
• You will leverage modern analytical and artificial intelligence (AI) tools/platforms with the ability to apply critical thinking to evaluate limitations related to quality and accuracy of AI‑assisted outputs.
• Supported by targeted learning and development, program participants engage in hands‑on assignments focusing on accounting and controls, finance, insurance, self‑leadership, and influencing others. The program also offers opportunities for mentoring, networking, community engagement, and project leadership.
• Please note that occasional travel for business meetings and events is an expectation of program participants.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have?

• Cumulative GPA of 3.4 or greater preferred.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting and/or Finance or a related business field.
• At least one year of finance, accounting, or related industry experience (may include one or more internship experiences).
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

What is a Must Have?

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree.

What Is in It for You?

• Health Insurance :Employees and their eligible family members – including spouses, domestic partners, and children – are eligible for coverage from the first day of employment.
• Retirement: Travelers matches your 401(k) contributions dollar‑for‑dollar up to your first 5% of eligible pay, subject to an annual maximum. If you have student loan debt, you can enroll in the Paying it Forward Savings Program. When you make a payment toward your student loan, Travelers will make an annual contribution into your 401(k) account. You are also eligible for a Pension Plan that is 100% funded by Travelers.
• Paid Time Off: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off annually, plus nine paid company Holidays.
• Wellness Program: The Travelers wellness program is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health program provides access to free professional counseling services, health coaching and other resources to support your daily life needs.
• Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice.

Employment Practices

Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We value the unique abilities and talents each individual brings to our organization and recognize that we benefit in numerous ways from our differences.

In accordance with local law, candidates seeking employment in Colorado are not required to disclose dates of attendance at or graduation from educational institutions.

If you are a candidate and have specific questions regarding the physical requirements of this role, please send us an email so we may assist you.

Travelers reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting.

To learn more about our comprehensive benefit programs please visit http://careers.travelers.com/life-at-travelers/benefits/.