About the role#
Sentry offers a one-year co-op program for UW-Stevens Point students within our Finance department. You will gain experience across Internal Audit, Treasury Services, Premium Tax Accounting, Statutory Accounting, and Income Tax Accounting. You will work alongside a manager and mentor to learn about Sentry operations and the insurance industry. This is a paid position.
What you'll do#
- Assist the Lead auditor with audit execution, control effectiveness testing, and data flow analysis.
- Partner with external auditors to perform controls and substantive testing.
- Analyze bank accounts, service charges, and payment fees while maintaining banking and investment accounting systems.
- Balance investment data to financial reporting schedules and complete year-end audit requests.
- Prepare regulatory financial filings and analyze state and local taxes.
- Review and submit journal entries and enter payment vouchers for insurance fees and taxes.
- Prepare financial statement exhibits and reconcile statements to general ledger data.
- Assist with income tax return preparation and summarize data for tax reporting.
- Communicate with internal departments and outside sources to gather information and share results with leadership.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment at UW-Stevens Point in Accounting or a related field.
- Sophomore or Junior standing with a graduation date between May 2028 and December 2029.
- Minimum GPA of 3.50.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Progress toward CPA eligibility of 150 credit hours is highly preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Stevens Point, Wisconsin.
- Term: Summer 2027 through Spring 2028.
- Schedule: Full-time during Summer 2027 and school breaks; 15-20 hours per week during Fall 2027 and Spring 2028 semesters.
- Modality: Hybrid work model.
About Sentry
Sentry is a mutual insurance group founded in 1904. Based in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, the company provides business insurance, life insurance, and risk management services. It operates several brands including Dairyland and The General. The company employs over 4,700 people.
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