Financial Reporting Intern

Job Description

Financial Reporting Intern – Summer 2027 | National Life Group

The Tone:
This is an internship at National Life Group, located in Montpelier, VT, with an onsite work schedule four days a week. National Life Group is one of America’s fastest-growing insurance companies, serving families since 1848 by providing stability and peace of mind. This role offers real workplace learning and growth opportunities within the Financial Reporting team, engaging students in meaningful, career-relevant work to prepare them for future employment. The company fosters a collaborative environment, encouraging associates to live its values: Do good. Be good. Make good.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Temporary
• Location: In-person Montpelier, VT
• Pay: $19–$28 hourly
• Team: Financial Reporting team, collaborating across the CFO organization
• Mission: Assist with financial reporting activities to understand how financial information is prepared, validated, analyzed, and communicated for both GAAP and statutory reporting.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Excel, Workday

What You’ll Actually Do
• Contribute to GAAP and statutory financial reporting activities, including reconciliations, validation, and supporting schedules.
• Support the preparation and review of financial statements, MD&A, and other financial reporting materials.
• Participate in the monthly and quarterly financial reporting and close processes.
• Execute an individual project focusing on accounting research, process improvement, technology, or AI application.
• Gain exposure to ERP system transitions, such as Workday, and their impact on financial reporting.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Entry-Level.
• Experience: Strong interest in accounting and financial reporting, with a willingness to learn new tools, systems, and processes.
• Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, clear and effective written and verbal communication, strong organizational skills, and attention to detail.
• Bonus: High level of professionalism and accountability, intellectual curiosity, an engaged and initiative-taking approach, and comfort working both collaboratively and independently.