Financial Leadership Development Program Associate (MBA/CPA)

The Financial Leadership Development Program (FLDP) is one of The Cigna’s Group rotational programs for outstanding MBA candidates or experienced CPA’s, who aspire to join a growth-oriented company and make an impact as a leader in the healthcare industry after graduation. We are committed to recruiting, motivating and nurturing the best and the brightest regardless of industry experience. Your skills, experiences, talents and creativity enable us to develop meaningful and innovative solutions our customers value and expect. 

Using a best-in-class competency-based development model, the Financial Leadership Development Program challenges its associates through four to five cross functional rotations that each typically span 18-24 months.  We work with you to customize your rotational experience based on work experience, career goals, and The Cigna’s Group business needs. Over the course of the program, you will gain the competencies, confidence, and organizational knowledge to fill key leadership positions across the enterprise. 

Key tenets of the Financial Leadership Development Program experience include: 

Four to five rotational assignments ranging 18-24 months in duration, aligned to personal development goals and The Cigna’s Group growth strategy. 

Accelerated professional development to gain the skills necessary to succeed in a leadership role post-graduation, including training opportunities in technical, management, and healthcare topics.

Act as a key trusted advisor with direct and quantitative impact on business results 

Exposure to senior leaders with focused mentorship, leadership coaching, and professional networking 

Understanding of key stakeholders within the healthcare ecosystem, as well as our diverse customer segments and distribution channels 

Key Rotational Areas:

Financial Planning & Analysis 

Accounting/Audit 

Underwriting 

Data & Analytics

Healthcare Pricing 

Provider Contracting and Operations 

Corporate Strategy & Development 

Treasury / Capital Management 

Robotic Process Engineering 

Locations: 

Bloomfield, CT (Cigna Corporation headquarters)

Franklin, TN

Philadelphia, PA

Saint Louis, MO

Qualifications 

Masters of Business Administration or CPA 

3+ years of professional experience

Aptitude to work in a variety of functions and environments, with strategic and global mindset.

Evidence of strong analytic problem-solving abilities, innovative thinking, communication skills, and business acumen 

Initiative and dedication to grow into a multi-talented business leader. 

Proven track record of delivering results and influencing across a matrixed organization. 

Work Authorization:

This position is open only to individuals who are eligible for employment in the United States and who would not require visa support including H-1B or CPT/OPT/STEM, etc., now or in the future.