Investment Accounting Intern

American Equity is an insurance and investment company seeking an Investment Accounting Intern to support daily, monthly, and quarterly accounting activities for the company’s investments. The intern will prepare reconciliations and journal entries, assist with investment reporting and analysis, and contribute to automation and cross-functional improvement projects.

What you'll do:

• Prepares and posts journal entries and supporting documentation
• Assists with monthly and quarterly residential, commercial, and agricultural 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

What they're looking for:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Accounting or another related field of study
• None required for this position
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to successfully handle pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced work environment
• Ability to work cooperatively and successfully with employees, customers, and other outside third parties
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Strong attention to numeric and other detail; ability to work with mathematical concepts and apply them to practical situations
• Strong organizational and planning skills

Benefits:

• Meaningful projects that deliver real business impact
• Dedicated mentorship from leaders and colleagues across the organization
• Participation in an Intern Hack-a-thon focused on solving real business challenges and presenting innovative solutions to company leaders
• Professional skills development through learning sessions, leadership presentations, and networking opportunities
• Community service projects, Des Moines Intern Connections events, and social activities with fellow interns
• Housing stipend
• Recognition opportunities