About the role#
The Corporate Finance and Accounting (CFA) internship provides students with the opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to real-world financial situations. You will work within a virtual environment, reporting to a dedicated manager while having the chance to collaborate with various teams across the division. This role is designed to build the skills necessary for a career in finance or accounting.
What you'll do#
- Assist with financial close, reporting, and account reconciliations.
- Conduct accounting policy research.
- Lead process improvement projects, including peer company analysis.
- Review and validate analytical models.
- Update accounting memos to support key positions.
- Observe and meet with executive leadership.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment as a full-time student, including rising sophomores, juniors, seniors, or those pursuing advanced degrees.
- A major in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Strong analytical skills demonstrated through previous work or coursework.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, Teams, and Outlook.
- Experience with AI tools is preferred.
- Ability to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
Location & details#
- This is a fully remote position.
- The internship is paid and full-time.
- We provide all necessary equipment, including a laptop and monitor.
- Benefits include three days of paid time off, paid holidays, and virtual networking events.
- Sponsorship is not available for this role.
About The Standard
The Standard provides workplace benefits and financial services. Its offerings include disability, life, dental, and vision insurance, alongside retirement plans and annuities. The company also manages absence and paid family leave programs. Founded in 1906, it operates as a private organization based in Portland, Oregon. It employs between 5,001 and 10,000 people and supports a remote-work model.
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