Investment Accounting Intern: Mentored, Real-World Impact

American Equity; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Dedicated mentorship

Intern Hack-a-thon

Job summary

American Equity seeks an Investment Accounting Intern to assist the Investment Accounting team with daily, monthly, and quarterly accounting activities, including reconciliations, journal entries, financial analysis, and reporting for the company’s investments. The role provides hands‑on training and exposure to GAAP and STAT accounting across fixed income, private placements, and derivatives.

The Launchpad Internship Program is a 10–12 week, in-person experience based in our downtown Des Moines

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Accounting or another related field of study.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and posts journal entries and supporting documentation.
• Assists with monthly and quarterly loan accounting and reporting, including journal entry activity and reconciliations.
• Assists with the review of private loans, including calculation and booking of allowances.
• Completes and distributes quarterly STAT and GAAP investment disclosures.
• Assists in providing information, reports, and analysis for internal and external auditors and tax specialists.
• Contributes to automation and continuous improvement projects.
• Collaborates with fellow interns across departments on a strategic, cross‑functional initiative that drives meaningful business impact.
• Performs ad hoc reporting and other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Excel

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Deadline-driven

Education

Accounting degree in progress

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

American Equity seeks an Investment Accounting Intern to assist the Investment Accounting team with daily, monthly, and quarterly accounting activities, including reconciliations, journal entries, financial analysis, and reporting for the company’s investments. The role provides hands‑on training and exposure to GAAP and STAT accounting across fixed income, private placements, and derivatives.

The Launchpad Internship Program is a 10–12 week, in-person experience based in our downtown Des Moines