Accounting Intern (Summer 2027)

Sammons Financial Group • Sioux Falls, SD

5d

About The Position

The Accounting Intern provides collaborative support to the department and assists with projects across Financial Reporting, Financial Planning & Analysis, Capital Planning & Analysis, and Investment Accounting. The internship is designed to give students hands-on experience through projects and tasks in their assigned work area, with additional exposure to other parts of the organization through development, culture, and volunteer events. The program is 8–10 weeks long, with the possibility of extending hours into the school year. Its 80/10/10 structure allocates 80% of work time to the hired work area, 10% to learning in other areas of the assigned division, and 10% to shared organizational experiences. This is a paid internship.

The intern is expected to work positively and professionally with employees at all levels and maintain effective relationships with internal and external parties. The role requires regular attendance and punctuality. A criminal background check is required. If the position supports or works within SFGAM or BCM, it is subject to an SEC compliance program, which may include monitoring personal securities transactions and restrictions on outside business activities.

Requirements

• Strong accounting ability, including a good working knowledge of finance, economics, investments, insurance, and statistics.
• Strong computer skills, including experience with spreadsheets.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work on a team and independently.
• Regular attendance and punctuality are required.
• A criminal background check is required.
• Candidates must not require immigration sponsorship or work authorization for this role now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, economics, or a similar field (preferred).
• Basic understanding of insurance (preferred).
• Bloomberg Terminal experience (a plus).

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the team by assisting with projects and duties that advance department goals.
• Complete special accounting and analysis projects as needed using financial systems and applications such as SAP, Prophix, and Workiva.
• Assist with preparation of internal and external reports.
• Maintain effective, positive, and collaborative relationships with internal and external parties.
• Assist with maintaining and improving existing internal controls.
• Embrace Sammons Financial Group Companies' shared values of Accountability, Connection, Openness, Respect, and Integrity.
• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality in accordance with company policy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, HSA and FSA options, and term life insurance.
• Performance-based incentive program tied to clear goals and individual and/or company success.
• 100% company-funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and automatic enrollment in a 401(k).
• Friday afternoons off year-round, generous paid time off, and paid holidays.
• Paid development time, tuition reimbursement, and professional development opportunities.
• Volunteer time off and a company nonprofit matching gift program.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern