Accounting Internship 2027

Principal Financial Group•Des Moines, IA

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

Principal is looking for Accounting Interns to join our 2027 Accounting Internship program! In this role, you’ll be able to enhance and apply your accounting skills and continue to develop professionally! Each intern opportunity will differ based on the needs of the business area. Generally, interns will be exposed to and be responsible for: Preparing internal or external financial reports and/or tax returns, Participating in the financial statement close process, Testing and documentation of internal controls for SOX compliance, Variance and trend analysis, Assistance in preparation of budgets and/or forecasts, Assistance with projects. Operating at the intersection of financial services and technology, Principal builds financial tools that help our customers live better lives. We take pride in being a purpose-led firm, motivated by our mission to make financial security accessible to all. Our mission, integrity, and customer focus have made us a trusted leader for more than 140 years!

Requirements

Working towards or have a bachelor’s or graduate level degree in Accounting or Finance.
Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
All qualifications for all Internships is required

Nice To Haves

Ability to solve problems using technology, such as Excel, query language (SQL, SAS), Power BI, etc.
Meaningful involvement with community or school organizations and/or through work experience.
Minimum of 12 or more hours of accounting major coursework completed by the start of the internship. (For Extended Internships)
Minimum of 6 or more hours of accounting or finance major coursework completed by the start of the internship. (For Co-ops)