Accounting Intern (Fall 2026)

Job Responsibilities

• Record a variety of monthly journal entries and review trial balances in the general ledger system.
• Prepare various reports, schedules, and financial statements for use by management.
• Maintain up to date documentation of processes and tasks.
• Prepare and assist with analysis of statutory and GAAP financial statements.
• Develop basic understanding of statutory and GAAP accounting guidance for insurance industry.
• Compose analytical schedules and gather information for independent auditors.
• Perform a variety of routine, clerical type accounting activities in support of the department.
• Participate in process improvement activities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Entering at least 2nd year of higher education pursuing a Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field.
• Effective verbal/written communication skills.
• Good time management and prioritization skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.).

What To Expect

• Focused one-on-one meetings with your manager.
• Ongoing opportunities for development and learning.
• Working in a fast-paced environment with available flexible work schedules.
• A place to grow your career in a culture that inspires, rewards and develops employees.
• A small company feel with a focus on meeting customer’s needs today and also well into the future.
• Propose your own ideas on projects.

Why Join Us

• A career at MassMutual Ascend means you’ll contribute to our mission of taking financial futures above and beyond – and you’ll be inspired to reach your own goals, too.
• At MassMutual Ascend we focus on ensuring fair, equitable pay by providing competitive salaries, along with incentive and bonus opportunities for all employees.
• Your total compensation package includes either a bonus target or in a sales-focused role a Variable Incentive Compensation component.

Pay

Competitive salaries, along with incentive and bonus opportunities for all employees.

Schedule

Flexible work arrangements with defined days in our downtown Cincinnati office and working remotely from home.