Corporate Accounting Co-op – Fall 2027

Job Description

Corporate Accounting Co-op – Fall 2027 | Fifth Third Bank

The Tone:
This is a Co-op position at Fifth Third Bank, located in Cincinnati, OH. Fifth Third Bank is a large financial institution that connects individuals to opportunities and strives to make banking better. This role offers students practical experience within various aspects of corporate accounting, contributing to key financial processes and supporting an experienced team in a dynamic environment. It provides a unique chance to gain hands-on experience and build a professional network within the banking sector.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Co-op Program
• Location: In-person, Cincinnati, OH

• Team: Corporate Accounting team; reports to leadership and works with experienced accounting professionals
• Mission: To provide practical experience in corporate accounting by supporting financial processes, reporting, and transformation initiatives.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), capacity to learn additional software applications

What You’ll Actually Do
• Support Month-End Close: Assist in the month-end and year-end closing processes for corporate accounting.
• Prepare Financial Reports: Help in the preparation of financial statements and various internal and external reports.
• Reconcile Accounts: Perform account reconciliations to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data.
• Participate in Audits: Engage in internal audits and compliance reviews to maintain regulatory adherence.
• Analyze Financial Data: Examine financial data and provide insights to support informed decision-making within the department.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Currently pursuing an Accounting, Economics, Finance, Data Science, or a related degree, and must be a rising sophomore, rising junior, or rising senior with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
• Experience: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based immigration sponsorship now or in the future.
• Skills: Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, strong communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team, and a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Bonus: Relevant internships and/or co-op program experience, along with the capacity to learn additional software applications as required.