Lead Accountant SEC (Hybrid in Worcester, MA) at The Hanover Insurance Group in Worcester, MA, USA

Job description

• Posted Friday, September 18, 2026 at 4:00 AM
• Our Corporate Controller’s department is seeking Lead or Senior Accountants with “Big 4” firm experience to join our growing team as a part of our Accounting Leadership Rotational Program (ALP).
• Positions are eligible for a hybrid schedule or limited hybrid schedule in our Worcester, MA office.
• Competitive base salary, incentive compensation bonus program, and sign-on bonus included, up to $10,000.
• This is a Full-time, Exempt role
• The Hanover ALP is an exceptional opportunity for an early-in-career CPA aspiring to management to learn various aspects of accounting, SEC financial reporting and internal controls of a national Property & Casualty Insurer while developing leadership skills, receiving mentorship, and working toward a management position.

Responsibilities

• Designed for high performers aiming for management positions.
• Combines 3 challenging 6 to 12-month job rotations with training in technical, industry, and leadership skills.
• Includes high-visibility projects, networking, and mentoring.
• Provides diverse experiences across accounting disciplines.
• Each rotation supervised by a management member in the specific discipline.
• Focused on building skills, industry knowledge, and senior management exposure.
• Participants are paired with senior management mentors throughout the program
• Leaders in the program are committed to participants’ growth and success.
• Individual Development Plans
• Tailored plans covering rotations, training, and developmental activities.
• Frequent meetings with leadership and the program director to track progress.
• Participants select a mentor for career guidance at Hanover Insurance.
• Paid training and professional education credits offered.
• Topics: management development, SEC reporting, insurance accounting, technology, and more.
• SEC Reporting, Property & Casualty (P&C) Accounting, Controls Oversight, Financial Systems, Investment Accounting, Tax, and Financial Analysis.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required, an MBA is a plus.
• Minimum 1+ years, up to 5 years of experience with a “Big 4” CPA firm. Some portion of this experience must be in the attest function.
• A current CPA license or actively pursuing a CPA license.
• A track record of success, both academically and professionally.
• Demonstrated leadership qualities.
• This job posting provides cursory examples of some of the job duties associated with this position. The examples provided are not complete, and the position may entail other essential and job-related functions and responsibilities that employees will be required to perform.

Skills

Required

• Big 4 CPA firm experience
• Attest function experience
• Leadership qualities

Benefits

• We offer comprehensive benefits to help you be healthy, build financial security, and balance work and home life. At The Hanover, you’ll enjoy what you do and have the support you need to succeed.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401K with a company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• PTO
• Company paid holidays
• Flexible work arrangements
• Cultural Awareness Day in support of IDE
• On-site medical/wellness center (Worcester only)
• Click here for the full list of Benefits
• The target hiring range for this role may vary based on geographic location and other factors, including merit or performance, demonstrated proficiency, skills for the role, education, travel requirements, and experience. Additional compensation may include an annual bonus (which could take the form of a general bonus, sales incentive, or short-term incentive), long-term incentive or spot recognition awards. The posted range reflects our ability to hire at different position titles and levels depending on background and experience.