Accounting Intern - Summer 2027

Brotherhood Mutual Insurance Company; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Brotherhood Mutual Insurance Company is seeking a Specialized Intern - Accounting to provide specialized assistance within the Finance Reporting department, supporting advanced project work and research initiatives.

The role requires an active pursuit of a Bachelor's degree and strong Microsoft Office skills, plus the ability to deliver accurate, confidential work as part of a team. This internship offers hands-on exposure to finance processes in a corporate setting.

Qualifications

• Must be actively pursuing a bachelor's degree.
• Advanced education in related field is desired.
• One year of general work experience is desired.
• High school diploma required; actively pursuing degree is expected.

Responsibilities

• Perform requested research and analysis for special projects.
• Assist with planning and execution of special projects.
• Deliver high-quality, timely work for all projects.
• Work cross-functionally with other departments to align with the company’s strategic goals.
• Work with advanced systems and software as needed to complete assigned projects.
• Participate on cross company teams as requested by the manager or VP of the department.
• Complete other projects as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Strong communication

Team player

Confidentiality

Multi-tasking

Cross-functional

Education

High school diploma

Active pursuit of Bachelor's degree

Advanced coursework in related field desired

One year of general work experience desired

Job description

Job Title: Specialized Intern - Accounting

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Family: Finance

Department: Finance Reporting

ELIGIBILITY/REQUIREMENT(S): Must actively be working toward a bachelor's degree.

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for providing specialized assistance and support within the department. Responsible for completing projects of a more advanced and technical nature within a department.

POSITION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Perform requested research and analysis for special projects.
• Assist with planning and execution of special projects.
• Deliver high-quality, timely work for all projects.
• Work cross-functionally with other departments to ensure projects align with the company’s strategic business goals.
• Work with advanced systems and software as needed to complete assigned projects.
• Participate on cross company teams as requested by the manager or VP of the department.
• Complete other projects as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Advanced knowledge and experience working with the computer and various software systems.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written and the ability to work in a team environment.
• Must possess mathematical, organizational, and people skills.
• Must be able to multi-task, be accurate with details and maintain confidentiality.
• Effectively interface with external contacts, Brotherhood employees, managers, and department staff members.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Must hold high school diploma and actively working toward a Bachelor’s degree.
• Advanced education in related field is desired.
• One year of general work experience is desired.

Terms and Conditions

This description is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

Because the company’s niche is the church and related ministries market, and because effective service requires a thorough understanding of this market, persons in this position must be familiar with church operations and must conduct themselves in a manner that will neither alienate nor offend persons within this target niche.

Brotherhood Mutual Insurance Company reserves the right to modify, interpret, or apply this position description in any way the company desires. This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties, including essential duties, to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This position description is not an employment contract, implied or otherwise. The employment relationship remains “at-will”.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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