PRIMARY PURPOSE
CNA is hiring for a Contracts and Pricing Analyst to join our Contracts & Procurement team. This role will be responsible for performing a variety of contract, subcontract, and proposal development activities with an emphasis on accurate and compliant contractual documentation and strong pricing support. It will administer contracts and subcontracts throughout the lifecycle, ensuring alignment with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) requirements, customer terms and conditions, and corporate policies. Support the preparation and review of cost/price data, assists in the development of pricing strategies, and helps identify and mitigate contractual and pricing risks. As well as collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that contractual commitments and pricing assumptions are clearly documented, traceable, and executed in accordance with established guidelines and sound business practices.
To reach the best solutions and solve the most challenging questions, CNA uses a merit-based process to bring together professionals from a wide array of academic disciplines, fields of study, technical specialties, and professional experiences. Our flexible and engaging work environment encourages open inquiry, robust and respectful debate, and collaborative execution through every stage of the problem-solving process. Our employees are committed to helping clients develop effective solutions to better manage their programs through scientific, data-driven approaches. We are looking for creative and innovative individuals to help carry out our mission.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND/OR DUTIES
1. Contracts and Subcontracts Administration: Assists with day to day administration of contracts and subcontracts, including drafting routine documents and correspondence, tracking key dates and funding, monitoring compliance with terms and conditions, coordinating deliverables, maintaining official files, and supporting close out activities. Supports procurement administration as needed.
2. Proposal Support: Leads the development of compliant, competitive cost proposals across Federal, State/Local, and Federal Assistance (Grants/Cooperative Agreements) in response to Request for Proposals (RFPs). Key responsibilities involve building financial models, interpreting solicitation requirements (SOW/PWS), and ensuring alignment with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), State Procurement Codes, and Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200). Leads the timely creation of cost/price volumes and Basis of Estimates (BOEs) for the proposal efforts. Provides inputs for all management & corporate bid approval; attend proposal review meetings to discuss, review, and revise cost/price proposals and actively contributes to price discussions.
3. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate with capture teams, contracts, procurement, and subcontractors. Assists in cross-training & facilitates continuous improvement initiatives.
4. Audit Support: Maintain comprehensive contract and pricing files and support internal/external audit requirements.
5. Other Duties: Performs other duties as assigned.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education: Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business, or economics or combination of education and work experience required.
Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience in finance, accounting or contracts. Government Contracting experience preferred.
Skills: Experience using Microsoft 365 collaboration tools with high proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Experience with Costpoint and Cognos (or similar ERP/BI tools) preferred. Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines, manage multiple concurrent proposals, and adapt to shifting priorities. Strong attention to detail and accuracy in numerical work and documentation. Effective communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to work both independently and as part of a cross‑functional team in a fast‑paced contracts/proposal environment.
Other: Ability to obtain and maintain a secret level security clearance.
Remote/Hybrid Work Eligibility: This position is eligible for telecommuting or hybrid work arrangements at the discretion of the Supervisor. Employees may be required to work at CNA headquarters or other work locations resulting in changes to the scheduled telecommuting or hybrid work arrangements.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, or economics, or equivalent combination of education and work experience
- Minimum 3 years of experience in finance, accounting, or contracts
- Experience with Microsoft 365 collaboration tools
- High proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
- Government contracting experience
- Experience with Costpoint and Cognos or similar ERP and BI tools
- Ability to manage multiple concurrent proposals and work under tight deadlines
- Strong attention to detail and numerical and documentation accuracy
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a cross-functional environment
CNA Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about CNA and has not been reviewed or approved by CNA.
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Retirement Support — Retirement contributions are described as notably strong, with a 401(k) featuring company contributions. Examples include an automatic employer contribution plus a dollar‑for‑dollar match on employee deferrals, supporting long‑term savings.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off is described as generous, with PTO purchase options and paid family leave highlighted. Examples cite 3–4 weeks of PTO for full‑time employees alongside standard paid holidays.
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Parental & Family Support — Family‑building and caregiving benefits include paid family leave, adoption/surrogacy reimbursement, and LGBTQ+‑inclusive advocacy resources. These provisions complement an Employee Assistance Program for broader support.
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What We Do
CNA is one of the largest U.S. commercial property and casualty insurance companies. Backed by more than 125 years of experience, CNA provides a broad range of standard and specialized insurance products and services for businesses and professionals in the U.S., Canada and Europe. As a company of allies, we understand the importance of fostering an inclusive and supportive culture for all employees. Our eight Employee Resource Groups elevate the voices of underrepresented groups and champion critical DEI initiatives in the workplace and beyond. We strive to promote an environment of inclusion and continuously work to ensure all employees feel valued and respected.
Why Work With Us
CNA knows the importance of having the tools you need to expand your expertise and develop your career. With a variety of cross-discipline and cross-functional opportunities, CNA provides you with the tools and resources needed to customize your career path and understand what is needed to be effective in your role.
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