Remote Investment Accounting Intern

Symetra; Bellevue (WA); Remote; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote internship

Equipment shipped

12 weeks duration

Job summary

Symetra's Summer 2027 Investment Accounting & Reporting Internship offers hands-on experience in financial data analysis, reporting, and process improvement within a fully remote 12-week program. You'll collaborate with the Data Analytics team and gain exposure to GAAP and statutory reporting.

As an intern, you will build Excel and Power BI skills, assist with journals and management reports, and contribute to special projects while learning our internal systems in a fast-paced, inclusive

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program (Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field preferred).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel; familiarity with Power BI or similar tools is a plus.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Eagerness to learn and contribute in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong process improvement skills and the ability to "think outside the box".
• Desire to work in a challenging and fast-paced work environment.
• Desire to work with a team where growth and improvement are encouraged and supported.
• Excellent attention to detail and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the company's accounting close and reporting cycles, and perform ledger and holdings reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy.
• Quarterly reporting and analysis; work with GAAP and Statutory reporting teams for appropriate disclosure presentation and language.
• Support cash operations and cash custody deliverables.
• Prepare journal entries, financial analytics, management reports, schedules for internal/external auditors, and other deliverables.
• Research and document accounting issues. Prepare/draft new or updated accounting analyses and policies.
• Identify areas for improvement and complete projects with project lead.
• Produce a high-quality product with review comments for improvement while resolving issues with minimal guidance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel

Power BI

Communication

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Undergraduate program in Finance/Accounting/Business

Tools

Power BI

Excel

Job description

Symetra's Summer 2027 Investment Accounting & Reporting Internship offers hands-on experience in financial data analysis, reporting, and process improvement within a fully remote 12-week program. You'll collaborate with the Data Analytics team and gain exposure to GAAP and statutory reporting.

As an intern, you will build Excel and Power BI skills, assist with journals and management reports, and contribute to special projects while learning our internal systems in a fast-paced, inclusive