2027 Summer Intern - Accounting

The Hartford • Wayne, PA

4d

About The Position

Join the Finance & Accounting team at Hartford Funds for a hands-on summer internship. You’ll work alongside experienced accounting professionals, contribute to real business activities, and learn how financial information moves from individual transactions through month-end close and financial reporting. This internship is designed for a student who wants practical experience, enjoys working with data, and is interested in learning how accounting and finance operate within a financial services company.

The internship offers hands-on experience with financial reporting and accounting processes, mentorship from experienced Accounting and Finance professionals, and opportunities to contribute to impactful projects and present findings to leadership. Interns gain practical experience using Excel, financial systems, and data to solve business problems, exposure to potential career paths across Accounting and Finance, and a deeper understanding of Hartford Funds’ financial structure and investor-focused mission.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Foundational understanding of accounting principles and finance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Detail-oriented, with strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Curiosity, a willingness to ask questions, and an interest in learning.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with automation tools such as Alteryx.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close processes.
• Collaborate with accounting team members to analyze financial data and identify process improvement opportunities.
• Prepare reports and ad hoc analyses used by the Senior Leadership Team and other department leaders.
• Use Microsoft Excel and other financial tools to organize, analyze, and validate financial information.
• Contribute to intern group projects and attend professional development sessions hosted by leadership.
• Engage with cross-functional teams to understand the broader financial ecosystem at Hartford Funds.

Benefits

• Mentorship from experienced professionals in Accounting and Finance.
• Professional development sessions hosted by leadership.
• Opportunities to contribute to impactful projects and present findings to leadership.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern