Accounting Intern

Principal Financial GroupDes Moines, Iowa, United States

Location
Des Moines, Iowa, United States
Posted
Status
Open

About this role

Enhance and apply accounting skills through practical experience in financial reporting, analysis, and internal controls.

๐ŸŽฏ About the Role

Interns will be exposed to preparing financial reports, participating in the closing process, testing internal controls, and assisting with budgets and forecasts. This program offers hands-on experience and professional development within a global Fortune 500 company.

๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Key Responsibilities

  • ๐Ÿ“ˆ Prepare internal/external financial reports and/or tax returns.
  • ๐Ÿ—‚๏ธ Participate in the financial statement close process.
  • ๐Ÿ” Test and document internal controls for SOX compliance.
  • ๐Ÿ“Š Perform variance and trend analysis.
  • ๐Ÿ’ฐ Assist in the preparation of budgets and/or forecasts.
  • ๐Ÿš€ Assist with projects.

โœ… Requirements & Skills

  • ๐ŸŽ“ Working towards a bachelorโ€™s or graduate degree in Accounting or Finance.
  • ๐ŸŒŸ Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.
  • ๐Ÿ’ป Ability to solve problems using technology (Excel, SQL, Power BI, etc.).
  • โญ Meaningful involvement with community or school organizations.

๐ŸŽ Perks & Benefits

  • ๐Ÿข Access to established internship program with dedicated teams and mentors.
  • ๐Ÿค Build professional networks and collaborate globally.
  • ๐Ÿ’ก Gain diverse experiences and exciting challenges.
  • โš–๏ธ Enjoy flexibility and work-life balance.
  • ๐ŸŽค Attend events like the Executive Speaker Series.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Compensation: $24 - $24 / hour

โณ Duration: Summer Internship: May โ€“ August 2027; Extended Internships: January โ€“ August 2027 or May โ€“ December 2027; Co-ops: January โ€“ August 2027 or May โ€“ December 2027

๐Ÿ“ Location: Des Moines, Iowa, United States

๐Ÿ“ฉ How to Apply

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