Accounting Intern

Accounting Intern

Des Moines, Iowa, United States

At American Equity we offer leading annuity products that help empower our clients to fulfill their needs and wants in retirement. Our success comes from hiring high-energy individuals who embody the beliefs that drive our unique culture. We currently fund over half a million retirements nationwide, and have been headquartered in West Des Moines, Iowa, for over 30 years.

The American Equity Summer Internship Program offers an immersive real-world experience, closely replicating the career journey of an American Equity professional. Each intern will contribute to meaningful, hands-on projects that drive measurable business outcomes, gaining valuable experience along the way.

Interns will also have the opportunity to present their project work to company leaders, network with executives, and participate in educational programs designed to support their personal and professional growth. Additionally, interns will engage in community service projects and social events, building connections with fellow interns and the broader American Equity team.

The internship will be a 12 week program located at our downtown Des Moines office.

General Purpose Of The Job

The Accounting Intern works with the Accounting Team to support daily, monthly, and quarterly accounting activities, including account reconciliations, journal entries, financial analysis, and internal and external reporting materials. The intern gains hands-on experience in a structured, professional environment while supporting work that aligns with their accounting field of study and contributes to ongoing team projects.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities:

· Collaborates with others and works independently on accounting-related duties, which may include the following:

• Prepares general ledger account reconciliations.
• Prepares and posts journal entries with supporting documentation.
• Assists in the preparation of financial statements.
• Assists in the preparation of management reporting materials.
• Assists in the preparation of external reporting materials, which may include quarterly SEC filing documents.
• Completes project and support tasks with guidance from mentor and department leader.
• Collaborates with fellow interns across departments on a strategic, cross-functional initiative that drives meaningful business impact.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education And/Or Experience:

· Actively pursuing a bachelor's degree in accounting or other related field of study.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities:

· Effective verbal and written communication skills with ability to speak effectively in small group settings.

· Mathematical and accounting skills with strong attention to detail.

· Strong planning and organization skills.

· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

· Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify patterns, research differences, and summarize findings clearly.

· Problem-solving skills with ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

· Ability to read and interpret documents such as instructions and procedure manuals.

· Ability to work cooperatively and successfully with employees, team members, and external business partners.

· Ability to successfully handle pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced work environment.

· Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions.

Disclaimer: This description covers the major purpose and essential functions of the job. It is not intended to give all details or a step-by-step account of the way each task is to be performed. Employees may receive other job related instructions and be required to perform other job related work requested by their manager. All requirements are subject to possible modification to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.