Financial Reporting Intern – Summer 2027

About the Role

Join National Life Group's Internship Program and gain real workplace experience in accounting and financial reporting. This 10-week paid internship offers an onsite work schedule, with four days per week in the office. As a Financial Reporting Intern, you'll work closely with the Financial Reporting team and interact with various departments across the CFO organization, including Actuarial, Investment Accounting, Reinsurance, Treasury, Financial Planning & Analysis, and other accounting teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist with GAAP and statutory financial reporting activities, including financial statement linking, tie-outs, reconciliations, validation, and supporting schedules.
• Support the preparation and review of MD&A, audited financial statements, and other financial reporting materials.
• Complete assignments across multiple Financial Reporting areas, including GAAP, statutory, state reporting, and other specialized reporting areas.
• Partner with Financial Reporting team members and cross-functional groups to learn how different areas contribute to the overall reporting process.
• Participate in aspects of the monthly and quarterly financial reporting and close processes.
• Gain exposure to National Life Group's transition to Workday and understand how ERP systems, data, and process changes affect financial reporting.
• Complete an individual project focusing on accounting research, process improvement, technology or AI, or applying academic concepts to a business or financial reporting topic.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Strong interest in accounting and financial reporting.
• High level of professionalism, accountability, and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments.
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and willingness to learn new tools, systems, and processes.

Program Highlights

• 10-week paid internship (June 1 - August 6) with formal orientation and onboarding.
• Networking opportunities with peers and leaders throughout the summer.
• Cross-Departmental group project focused on an enterprise-wide solution, presented at a company-wide event.
• Presentation skills coaching sessions.
• Learning opportunities throughout the program.
• Access to mentors (former program participants).

Pay

Hourly Pay Range: $19 - $28 USD

Please note that we do not offer visa sponsorship for this position.