Accounting Intern

Society Insurance Company • Fond du Lac, WI

41d • Hybrid

About The Position

Society Insurance is seeking an Accounting Intern to join our Finance team during the 2027 summer, with the option to extend into the school year. This position will support Accounting processes by performing general accounting duties as assigned by the Accounting Manager.

Requirements

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• Knowledge of accounting topics.
• You are customer focused and dedicated to meeting expectations.
• You are patient and practice active listening.
• You are organized and can multitask effectively.
• You are tolerant with people and processes.
• You have excellent communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• 3.0 or better cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale preferred.
• Completion of at least one accounting course preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, Accounts Payable and Receivable system, Internet, and e-mail software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handles daily remittance scanning, verifying reports, preparing cash envelopes, and updating database.
• Assists with bi-weekly accounts payable process. This may include coding of invoices to appropriate general ledger accounts, setting up new vendors, processing and posting payments.
• Verifies accounts by balancing daily claims check register; reconciling bank statements.
• Assists with various duties related to preparation of monthly financial statements. This may include journal entries, preparation of bank reconciliations, and validation of monthly reports.
• Verifies billing report; mails daily refund and dividend checks.
• Prepares daily incoming mail by opening envelopes; distributing bills to appropriate person.
• Assists with various Finance department projects as assigned.
• Prepares daily salvage and subrogation copies and distributes to appropriate department; verifies reports by reconciling to actual checks received.
• Assists other accounting team personnel with the managing of unclaimed property process.
• Contributes to team effort by providing backup and assistance to the Accounting department when needed.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay: This is a paid internship with competitive compensation.
• Paid Holidays: Benefit from paid time off during holidays.
• Mental Health Wellness: Receive 8 paid hours annually to prioritize your mental well-being.
• Path to Full-Time Employment: High-performing interns may be considered for full-time positions after graduation.
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with professionals and fellow interns through company events and external networking activities.
• Summer Series Events: Participate in exclusive intern events across Fond du Lac county, including volunteer work, networking, and social gatherings.
• Company Intern Events: Enjoy dedicated intern-only activities like escape rooms, an end-of-summer party, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern