Early Careers - Accounting Intern

Health Care Service Corp.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Job summary

Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC) offers a 10-week paid internship that can be located in Chicago, IL or Richardson, TX. The intern will work with the accounting team to prepare and analyze GAAP-based financial statements and support due diligence for investments or M&A activities.

The role emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams, development of analytical insights, and delivering a final internship presentation to department leadership, while upholding confidentiality and

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business-related field; rising senior.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and analyzing GAAP-basis financial statements.
• Research and document statutory and GAAP accounting positions.
• Support financial due diligence for potential investments or M&A.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and corporate policies.
• Develop recommendations and present findings to department leadership.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Access

Outlook

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/business

Tools

GAAP

Job description

Job Summary

This 10-week paid internship can be located either in Chicago, IL or Richardson, TX

What Are Your Responsibilities?

The successful candidate for this position will work closely with accounting team members to assist in preparing and analyzing GAAP-basis financial statements, research and document statutory and GAAP accounting positions and document and support financial due diligence work surrounding potential company investments or M&A transactions. This role will also require the candidate to maintain communication with management regarding development within areas of assigned responsibilities and perform special projects as required or requested by the team. In addition, the candidate will gain exposure to financial operations along with automation tools and financial technologies used by the finance team to streamline processes and enhance efficiency. This role will also need to:

• Own components of project work and deliverables with guidance from an assigned mentor and manager.
• Conduct research, analyze data and information, and develop recommendations that inform real business decisions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Support departmental initiatives that improve business outcomes and the member and client experience.
• Develop and deliver a final internship presentation to department leadership covering the project, results, and recommendations.
• Maintain complete confidentiality of company business and comply with HIPAA, Diversity Principles, Corporate Integrity, and applicable compliance policies.

What Do You Need to Be Successful?

• Prior related internship or work experience is a pluss
• Volunteerism or leadership experience is a plus
• Involvement in related Associations/Organizations is a plus
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills, including verbal and written communication
• Strong analytical skills
• Practical, developed PC skills, especially Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook
• Experience with technology is also a preference.

What Are the Requirements You Must Meet?

Pursuing a bachelor’s degree; rising senior with a major in accounting, finance, or a business-related field. Other majors may be considered.

Graduation date between December 2027 and June 2028 Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0.

Available for the full duration of the 10-week program.

Unrestricted authorization to work in the United States; sponsorship is not available for this role.

What Does the Internship Program Entail?

• Formal Intern Orientation to build business and industry acumen
• Challenging real-world, hands-on project
• Weekly networking opportunities among interns and company leaders
• Professional development workshops
• Volunteer activities

Pay Transparency Statement

From health and wellness benefits, 401(k) savings plan, pension plan, paid time off, paid parental leave, disability insurance, supplemental life insurance, employee assistance program, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, plus other incentives, we offer a robust total rewards package for employees.

The compensation offered will vary depending on your job-related skills, education, knowledge, and experience. This role aligns with an annual incentive bonus plan subject to the terms and the conditions of the plan.

Flex employees are expected to be in the office a minimum of three days a week. Management will have discretion to modify an employee's weekly schedule for exigent circumstances.

Base Pay Range

• $19.13 - $34.17 Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

HCSC Employment Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employment employer dedicated to providing a welcoming environment where the unique differences of our employees are respected and valued. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.

We are a drug-free and smoke-free workplace. Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of drug screening in accordance with applicable law.

HCSC Employment Statement: We are an Equal Opportunity Employment employer dedicated to providing a welcoming environment where the unique differences of our employees are respected and valued. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employment employer dedicated to workforce diversity and a drug-free and smoke-free workplace.

HCSC is committed to diversity in the workplace and to providing equal opportunity to employees and applicants. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and need an accommodation or assistance in either using the Careers website or completing the application process, you can call us at 1-866-977-7378 to request reasonable accommodations. Please note that only requests for accommodations in the application process will be returned. All applications, including resumes, must be submitted through HCSC's Career website on-line application process. If you have general questions regarding the status of an existing application, navigate to "candidate home" to view your job submissions.

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