Internship-Accounting

Houston, TX, US, 77002

Job Posting

American National Insurance Company was founded in 1905 and is headquartered in Galveston, TX., with several locations across the US: League City, TX., Houston, TX., Springfield, MO., and Glenmont, NY. Our Internship Program is designed to provide young professionals with corporate experience that is not offered in the classroom. In addition to supporting their respective department, each intern will have the opportunity to attend professional development sessions, volunteer within the community, and attend company sponsored social events. 

Our 2025 summer internship program begins on Monday, June 2 and ends on Friday, August 8. Intern positions are paid hourly with a full-time schedule (Monday-Friday, 37.5 hours per week) for the entirety of the program. 
 
Internship Program Eligibility Requirements:
•    Must be enrolled in an accredited institution
•    Must hold a Junior standing or higher (May 2025 grads are welcome)
•    Must possess a minimum 3.0 GPA
•    Must be able to commit 37.5 hours per week Monday-Friday 
•    Must be able to work onsite in the posted location of the role
 
Internship Department: Financial Reporting
Location: Houston, Texas

Team Description:
The financial reporting accounting team at American National, hold critical roles within the organization by maintaining, preparing, and editing financial reports that are shared with leadership teams to influence important company decisions. Collaborating closely across the enterprise with the accounting/finance teams, you will work with journal entries, reconciliations, and provide assistance with reporting. You will also learn important industry skills in an environment that offers you an inside view of complex transactions, and interesting investments. 

What we’re looking for:
•    Candidates pursuing a degree in accounting or finance
•    Junior + 
•    Currently enrolled or taken college courses that reviewed financial preparation and analysis accounting functions
•    Exposure to balance and income statements
•    Detailed oriented with the ability to successfully operate in a deadline driven environment
•    Ability to communicate with team members when discrepancies are found and share recommendations to resolve
•    Sound problem-solving and decision-making skills
•    Ability to take initiative and be a self-starter
•    Strong organization skills 
•    Proficient in Excel

What you can expect to do in the role:
•    Prepare journal entries and reconciliations
•    Assist with financial reporting and other accounting related functions
•    Learn about accounting principles, procedures and software
•    Attend team meetings and offer insight

Skills You Can Expect to Improve and/or Develop:
•    Insurance industry GAAP/STAT knowledge
•    Financial preparation and analysis experience
•    Exposure to a corporate work environment
•    Ability to hone accounting skills 
•    Written and Verbal Communication
•    Teamwork
•    Time Management
•    Problem-Solving
•    Networking opportunity
 

American National offers eligible employees and their families medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan. Employees also receive annually a bank of paid time off and paid holidays.   We aspire to see people for what they bring to our corporate culture by supporting an inclusive work environment, including an emphasis on a healthy work-life balance, development opportunities, and a casual dress code.

American National is an established, stable, and successful multi-line insurance corporation that has provided financial strength and a sense of security to employees, customers and business partners since 1905.  With focus on our organization’s values and cultural richness: Financial Strength, Integrity, Respect, Service and Teamwork (FIRST) and Agility, Collaboration, and Engagement (ACE) we continue to pursue our vision to be a leading provider of financial products and services for current and future generations.

Hiring Practices

The preceding job posting was designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications.  We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with the job qualifications, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this position or other opportunities at American National.

American National’s recruitment policies help us place individuals in a timely and efficient manner. Only the most qualified candidates will be contacted by our recruiting team. Candidates may check the status of their application(s) by logging into our Career Portal.  Learn more about our company, by following us on social media: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram

American National is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected categories. American National is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.