Accounting Intern (Summer 2026)

Description

As a leading provider of annuities, MassMutual Ascend is committed to taking financial futures above and beyond. This means offering innovative products that fit our customers’ unique needs – whether it’s protecting their hard-earned savings, receiving guaranteed income or providing for loved ones. MassMutual Ascend is proud to offer customers a level of strength and stability they can count on for years to come.

The Opportunity
As a co-op/intern in our Annuity Finance organization, you will be exposed to meaningful work and experience the actual day-to-day work that our experienced accounting professionals perform.  You will be responsible for a small book of business where you will perform all the necessary accounting functions from posting journal entries to analysis and everything in between! As a co-op/intern, you will have a task list that exposes you to core accounting work and you will have the opportunity to learn from a collaborative group of leaders across the finance organization. We offer flexible work arrangements with defined days in our downtown Cincinnati office and working remotely from home.  

Job Responsibilities

• Record a variety of monthly journal entries and review trial balances in the general ledger system.
• Prepare various reports, schedules, and financial statements for use by management.
• Maintain up to date documentation of processes and tasks.
• Prepare and assist with analysis of statutory and GAAP financial statements.
• Develop basic understanding of statutory and GAAP accounting guidance for insurance industry.
• Compose analytical schedules and gather information for independent auditors.
• Perform a variety of routine, clerical type accounting activities in support of the department.
• Participate in process improvement activities.
• Special projects as requested.

Minimum Qualifications

• Entering at least 2nd year of higher education pursuing a Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field.
• Effective verbal/written communication skills.
• Good time management and prioritization skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)
• Able to work a full-time schedule of 40 hours per week

What to Expect  
As an intern, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with other interns, managers and leaders at MassMutual Ascend while gaining hands-on experience in your area of focus. 

• Focused one-on-one meetings with your manager. 
• Ongoing opportunities for development and learning. 
• Working in a fast-paced environment with available flexible work schedules. 
• A place to grow your career in a culture that inspires, rewards and develops employees. 
• Small company feel with a focus on meeting customer’s needs today and also well into the future. 
• Propose your own ideas on projects.

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Why Join Us.

MassMutual Ascend Life Insurance Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We welcome all persons to apply.

At MassMutual Ascend we focus on ensuring fair, equitable pay by providing competitive salaries, along with incentive and bonus opportunities for all employees.  Your total compensation package includes either a bonus target or in a sales-focused role a Variable Incentive Compensation component.  For more information about our extensive benefits offerings please check out our Total Rewards at a Glance..