Analyst Internship- Controllers (CFO Org)

Government Employees Insurance Company; Bethesda (MD); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

GEICO, a Berkshire Hathaway company and one of the largest auto insurers in the United States, seeks bright analytical students for its summer Analyst Internship Program (AIP) within the CFO Organization. You will work on significant analyst projects, gain exposure to financial reporting, and prepare for a potential Controllers Rotational Track—Controllers Track—upon graduation.

Eligible students should have a relevant accounting/finance degree focus, a 3.0+ GPA, and be within commuting distance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Analytics, or related analytical/FinTech major; expected graduation Dec 2027–May 2028.
• GPA 3.0+ (transcripts required)
• Demonstrated interest in Finance via internships or student/business activities or coursework
• Must live within commutable distance to New York City or Bethesda, MD and work hybrid, three days per week in office
• Core skills: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, PowerBI; financial systems experience or willingness to learn (e.g., Workday Financials)
• Preferred: GAAP knowledge and strong analytical, problem-solving and communication abilities
• Annual salary range noted: 26.46–41.21 per hour; GEICO does not sponsor for this role

Responsibilities

• Work on significant analyst projects and present to senior management
• Develop analytical, project management, and communication skills
• Drive financial processing innovation and transformation within GEICO’s CFO Organization
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to analyze results and recommend investments
• Receive mentorship and coaching from CFO Organization management
• Interact with associates across the Finance organization, including the CFO’s team

Skills

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

PowerBI

Analytical skills

Multitasking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/FinTech

Tools

Workday Financials

Job description

Why Join GEICO?

At GEICO, we offer a rewarding career where your ambitions are met with endless possibilities. Every day we honor our iconic brand by offering quality coverage to millions of customers and being there when they need us most. We thrive on relentless innovation to exceed our customers' expectations while making a real impact on local communities nationwide. Founded in 1936, GEICO is a member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies and one of the largest auto insurers in the United States. When you join our company, we want you to feel valued, supported, and proud to work here. That's why we offer the GEICO Pledge: Great Company, Great Culture, Great Rewards, and Great Careers.

Your Impact at GEICO

We are looking for bright and driven analytical students to join our summer Analyst Internship Program (AIP) within the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Organization. You will help drive our insurance business transformation as we redefine experience for our customers. Find real opportunities to apply the skills that you are learning in college while preparing for prospective entry into the Analyst Development Program – Controllers Rotational Track (CFO Org) upon graduation! GEICO's AIP has two distinct tracks within the CFO Organization (Controllers and Finance & Operations). In the Controllers Track, you will gain exposure across GEICO's Controllers group through analyst project work, including Financial Reporting, Reconciliations, and Tax.

How You'll Make a Difference

• Project Work and Business Exposure: Work on significant analyst projects, attend meetings, and give presentations to senior management
• Skill Building and Strategic Impact: Develop your analytical, project management, and communication skills, while beginning to build your analyst business acumen
• Directly impact GEICO's financial and strategic performance, with opportunities to drive financial processing innovation and transformation
• Develop influencing skills as you partner with business stakeholders to analyze results and recommend future investment decisions
• Mentorship, Development, and Networking: Receive mentoring and coaching from members of GEICO's CFO Organization management
• Interact with associates at all levels of our Finance organization – even our CFO!

What We're Looking For Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting (required for Controllers track), Finance, Business Analytics, Business Information Systems, or other relevant analytical or FinTech major, with expected graduation between December 2027 and May 2028
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (please upload ALL transcripts as part of the application process)
• Demonstrated interest in Finance field through relevant internship experience, engaging in relevant student or business organizations, pursuing relevant certifications or advanced coursework, or other form of engagement within the field
• Must live within commutable distance from our New York City or Bethesda, MD office and work a hybrid schedule, including working three days per week from the office
• Core Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Power Point, PowerBI or similar tooling Technical aptitude and experience with or a desire to learn financial systems, such as Workday Financials Ability to work independently given general direction and to thrive in a team environment that is constantly changing Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills Ability to handle multiple concurrent priorities, providing accurate and timely results Effective time management, attention to detail, communication, and organizational skills
• Preferred Skills: Knowledge in GAAP reporting
• Annual Salary $26.46 - $41.21 The above annual salary range is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/ annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate’s work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations.
• At this time, GEICO will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

GEICO Pledge

• Great Company: Protecting customers through life's twists and turns with innovation and integrity.
• Great Careers: Personalized development programs, mentorship, and certification assistance.
• Great Culture: Inclusive and collaborative culture rooted in shared success.
• Great Rewards: Competitive pay, benefits, and flexibility to support your well-being and future.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The equal employment opportunity policy of the GEICO Companies provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.

GEICO reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to receive equal employment opportunity and/or perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship to the Company. This applies to all applicants and associates.

GEICO also provides a work environment in which each associate is able to be productive and work to the best of their ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment with mutual respect by and for all associates and applicants.

At GEICO, we offer a rewarding career where your ambitions are met with endless possibilities. Every day we honor our iconic brand by offering quality coverage to millions of customers and being there when they need us most. We thrive on relentless innovation to exceed our customers' expectations while making a real impact on local communities nationwide. Founded in 1936, GEICO is a member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies and one of the largest auto insurers in the United States.

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