CFA Division Intern

The Standard; Portland (OR); Remote; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Networking events with interns and团队

Equipment provided for home

Virtual first day orientation

Job summary

The Standard is offering an internship in its Corporate Finance and Accounting department. The role focuses on applying classroom knowledge to real-world finance tasks, gaining experience in financial close, reporting, policy research, and model review, all within a fully remote environment.

Successful applicants are full-time students in Accounting/Finance (or related fields) with strong analytical skills, MS Office proficiency, and the potential to work with executive leadership.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be enrolled as full-time students for the duration of the internship.
• Sponsorship is not available for this internship.
• Preferred majors in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Strong analytical skills as demonstrated by previous work experience or coursework.
• Experience with MSOffice suite including Excel, Teams, Outlook; AI tools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assistance with financial close and reporting & account reconciliations.
• Accounting policy research and process improvement projects including peer company analysis.
• Review and validation of analytical models.
• Updates to accounting memos to support key positions.
• Observation and meetings with executive leadership.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

AI tools experience

MS Office proficiency

Excel

Team collaboration

Education

Accounting/Finance related field

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Teams

Outlook

Job description

Remote Type: Remote (USA)

Portland, OR

Remote, USA

Remote, OR

Time Type: Full time

Requisition ID: REQ007036

Description:

The next part of your journey is right around the corner — with The Standard.

A genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of others is the foundation for everything we do. With a customer-first mindset and an intentional focus on building strong teams, we’ve been able to uphold our legacy of financial stability while investing in new, innovative technologies that support the needs of our customers. Our high-performance culture focused on operational excellence thrives thanks to remarkable people united by compassion and a customer-first commitment. Are you ready to make a difference?

Job Summary:

The internship position within the Corporate Finance and Accounting department of The Standard involves a wide range of duties and activities. The goal of an internship in accounting is to apply knowledge acquired in the classroom to real-world situations, as well as gain the skills and experience that is necessary to prepare the student for a successful career in the finance or accounting fields.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Assistance with financial close and reporting & account reconciliations
• Accounting policy research & process improvement projects including peer company analysis.
• Review and validation of analytical models
• Updates to accounting memos to support key positions
• Observation and meeting with executive leadership
• Other duties as assigned

During the duration of the internship the candidate will be assigned to one manager to oversee their day-to-day work, however, there may be opportunities to work with several different teams in the division. The work will be conducted in an all-virtual remote environment.

Qualifications:

• Applicants must be enrolled as full-time students for the duration of the internship. Rising sophomores, juniors, seniors and students pursuing advanced degrees are welcome to apply
• Sponsorship is not available for this internship opportunity
• Preferred majors in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Strong analytical skills as demonstrated by previous work experience, and/or course of study
• Experience working with MSOffice suite including Excel, Teams, Outlook. Experience in AI tools preferred.

Benefits:

• Up to three days of paid time off, plus paid holidays
• Scheduled events to network with your team and interns across the company. E.g.: Coffee with the CEO, careers workshop, etc.
• Interns are provided with all necessary equipment (i.e., laptop, monitor) needed to work from home and will attend the company’s virtual First Day Orientation to gain a deeper understanding of the company.

Compensation:

• Individual pay rates will be determined based upon current student status (i.e. Sophomore, Junior, Senior)

Key Behaviors of a Successful Candidate:

Winning together: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build relationships with team members and stakeholders within the organization. Team-oriented and takes a collaborative approach to enhance subject matter expertise while contributing to project success.

Improvement Mindset: Continuous learner - actively seeks out learning opportunities and demonstrates curiosity regarding the story behind the numbers. Strong analytical, conceptual, and critical thinking skills with a solutions-oriented mindset to help drive results.

Adaptability: Utilizes creative problem-solving techniques to address new circumstances and presents ideas for solutions. Demonstrated willingness to learn new skills and accept feedback.

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Why Join The Standard?

We have built an enduring legacy of stability, financial strength and exceptional customer service through the contributions of the service-oriented people who choose to work at The Standard. To ensure we can attract and retain the best talent, when you join The Standard you can expect:

• Real-world experiences and meaningful projects that support your career goals provided by a supportive and responsive management team eager to help with skills development
• Opportunities to build relationships and broaden industry knowledge through virtual networking with leaders and team members across the company
• Three days of paid time off and paid company holidays during your internship period
• A virtual first day orientation and the equipment necessary (e.g., laptop, monitors, headset) for a successful internship experience

Salary Range: Intern

Positions will be posted for at least 5 days from original posting date.

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About Us: The Standard is a family of companies dedicated to helping its customers achieve financial well‑being and peace of mind. In business since 1906, we’re a leading provider of group and individual disability insurance, group life, dental and vision insurance, voluntary (employee-paid) benefits, absence management services, and retirement plans and annuities for employers and individuals. For more information about The Standard, visit www.standard.com or follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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