Mutual Funds Accountant Intern Summer 2027
Appleton, WI - USA
Job Summary
Our top-rated summer internship program is designed to give college students meaningful work experience in specific functions providing a deeper understanding of the processes of a Fortune 500 financial services organization. The program offers interesting challenges valuable experience and an opportunity to get to know Thrivent. This 12-week internship is a key piece of Thrivents entry-level talent program to ensure a strong talent pipeline to meet the needs of the organization now and into the future. The internship program offers assignments to optimize your skills and experience while giving you exposure to multiple business areas.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Join a dynamic financial reporting team where youll gain hands-on experience supporting mutual fund operations regulatory compliance and shareholder this role youll help prepare month-end shareholder reports financial statements and prospectus updates while assisting with critical SEC filings such as N-PORT N-CEN and N-MFP. Youll collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to compile and validate data for board reporting strengthen internal control documentation and contribute to process improvement initiatives.
This opportunity is ideal for a motivated accounting or business student who thrives in a fast-paced environment enjoys working with large datasets and is eager to develop expertise in investment company reporting. Success in this role requires strong organizational skills attention to detail effective communication a continuous improvement mindset and the ability to leverage technology and AI tools like Copilot to drive efficiency and accuracy.
Position Responsibilities
Assist in the preparation of month end fund shareholder reports. This includes semi-annual reports (schedules of investments financial statements notes to financial statements) prospectus reporting and fact sheets.
Assist with SEC regulatory filings and compliance requirements.
Compile and validate data and disclosures for various internal reporting and reports for the Mutual Funds/Series Funds/Core Funds Board of Trustees/Directors.
Improve and enhance process documentation to help mature internal controls environment.
Utilize AI-powered tools and data analytics to improve productivity.
Position Requirements
Currently a Junior (Dec. 2027 or May 2028 graduation date) pursuing an undergraduate degree in Accounting Finance or Economics.
A history of excellent academic performance (GPA 3.0)
Ability to leverage AI tools such as Copilot in working with large data sets.
Skilled in MS Office tools including PowerPoint and Excel
Knowledge and understanding of accounting and financial reporting principles
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to multi-task and deal with tight deadlines in a team environment
Detail oriented with strong organizational and time management skills
Strong oral and written communication skills
Additional Program Information
Offering competitive compensation
Full intern event program including development networking and social activities.
Location
Minneapolis MN
Thrivents long-term growth depends on attracting rewarding and retaining people who are committed to helping others thrive with purpose. We accomplish this by offering a wide variety of market competitive compensation programs to attract reward and retain top talent. The applicable hourly wage range for this full-time role is $26.00 per hour which factors in various geographic regions. The base pay actually offered will be determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to location relevant experience skills and knowledge business needs market demand and other factors Thrivent deems important.
Pay Transparency
Thrivent provides Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) without regard to race religion color sex gender identity sexual orientation pregnancy national origin age disability marital status citizenship status military or veteran status genetic information or any other status protected by applicable local state or federal law. This policy applies to all employees and job applicants.
Thrivent is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation please let us know by sending an email toor calland request Human Resources.
Required Experience:
Intern
About Company
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