Hands-On Summer Accounting Intern – Mentorship & Growth

The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc.; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Hartford Funds offers a hands-on summer internship within the Finance & Accounting team. You'll work alongside experienced accounting professionals, contribute to real business activities, and learn how financial information moves from individual transactions through month-end close and financial reporting.

This internship is designed for a student who wants practical experience, enjoys working with data, and is interested in learning how accounting and finance operate within a financial

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Foundational understanding of accounting principles and finance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with automation tools such as Alteryx is a plus, but not required.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Curiosity, a willingness to ask questions, and an interest in learning.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close processes.
• Collaborate with accounting team members to analyze financial data and identify process improvement opportunities.
• Prepare reports and ad hoc analyses used by the Senior Leadership Team and other department leaders.
• Use Microsoft Excel and other financial tools to organize, analyze, and validate financial information.
• Contribute to intern group projects and attend professional development sessions hosted by leadership.
• Engage with cross-functional teams to understand the broader financial ecosystem at Hartford Funds.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Independent & collaborative work

Accounting principles

Familiarity with Alteryx

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Alteryx

Job description

Hartford Funds offers a hands-on summer internship within the Finance & Accounting team. You'll work alongside experienced accounting professionals, contribute to real business activities, and learn how financial information moves from individual transactions through month-end close and financial reporting.

This internship is designed for a student who wants practical experience, enjoys working with data, and is interested in learning how accounting and finance operate within a financial