Accounting Student Co-op 2027-2028

At Sentry, we are dedicated to cultivating home-grown talent across our organization. We have a unique opportunity for a UW-Stevens Point student to work part-time in the Sentry Finance (Accounting) department.

We have three distinct opportunities available in:

• Internal Audit

• Treasury Services & Premium Tax Accounting

• Statutory & Income Tax Accounting

Each of these positions will work with a mentor and their manager to become familiar with Finance department responsibilities, Sentry's operations, and general aspects of the insurance industry.

These positions are for the one-year period beginning Summer 2027 and continuing through the 2027/2028 school year. Students will work full-time during Summer 2027 and part-time during the Fall 2027 & Spring 2028 semesters. Full-time hours are also offered during other school breaks.

What You’ll Do

In the Internal Audit area, you will:

• Assist the Lead auditor in the execution of audits including the development of audit programs and procedures to test control effectiveness

• Communicate with internal departments and outside sources to secure complete and accurate data

• Share results with the business area’s leadership team

• Document and analyze business processes and data flows to identify areas of risk, question unusual items, suggest solutions and report results

• Partner with external auditors to perform controls and substantive testing of financial data

In the Treasury Services and Investment Accounting area, you will:

• Learn about corporate banking and investment accounting

• Assist on daily and monthly analysis of bank accounts, bank service charges, and other payment fees.

• Assist with support, maintenance, and enhancement of banking and investment accounting processes and systems.

• Complete year end external audit requests and sample data

• Balance investment data to financial reporting schedules

• Perform analysis of accounting and operational data, question unusual items, and document results.

• Communicate with various internal departments to obtain and report analysis

In Premium Tax Accounting, you’ll gain experience in preparing and analyzing state and local taxes.  You will:

• Prepare and analyze a variety of regulatory financial filings for state departments of revenue and insurance departments.

• Review and submit journal entries.

• Enter vouchers for payments of insurance department fees and taxes.

• Perform analysis of financial data, question unusual items, and document results.

• Work under the guidance of other associates on various projects and tasks.

In Statutory Accounting, you’ll gain experience in preparing and analyzing financial statements.  You will:

• Prepare a variety of financial statement exhibits and reporting disclosures using financial reporting software.

• Review and reconcile financial statements to general ledger data and appropriate data sources.

• Obtain exposure working with audited financial statements and the audit process.

• Complete other regulatory required reports and data submissions.

• Work with the Statutory Reporting team on projects to enhance reporting efficiencies and other tasks.

In the Income Tax Accounting area, you will:

• Learn about corporate income tax filings and accounting for income taxes.

• Assist with preparation of income tax returns.

• Work with investment reporting information to interpret, analyze and summarize items needed for tax reporting.

What it Takes

To be eligible for this opportunity you must meet the following criteria:

• Pursuing an undergraduate degree at UW-Stevens Point in Accounting or a related field

• Must be a Sophomore or Junior with a planned graduation date between May 2028 and December 2029

• Obtain a minimum GPA of 3.50

• Available for 15-20 hours per week during the semester with the potential of up to 40 hours during summer or school breaks

• Ability to work in a team atmosphere

• Working towards CPA eligibility of 150 credit hours highly preferred

• Sentry does not offer employment in this position to holders of F-1, J-1, and H-1 Visas for the purpose of obtaining practical experience.

What You’ll Receive

At Sentry, we believe your total rewards should include a lot more than just a paycheck. Here’s a look at how we support you inside and outside of work:

• Flexibility that fits: Enjoy a hybrid work model with the option to work from home on Mondays and Fridays and collaborate in the office Tuesday through Thursday.

• Work-life resources: Access extensive work-life resources designed to lend a helping hand whenever you need it.

• Continuous growth: Keep your skills sharp and your career moving forward through education and development at Sentry University (SentryU).

Why Join Sentry? 

At Sentry, we believe our people are the heart of our success. We’re proud to be recognized for both our strong growth and the culture we’ve built—recently ranking No. 529 on the 2026 Fortune 1000 (marking our first time in the top 600) and earning spots on Forbes’ lists for America’s Best Midsize Employers and Best Employers for New Grads, as well as Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women and Diversity. These honors reflect our commitment to your professional satisfaction and growth.

Building on a Legacy 

Our future is bright, but it’s anchored in a long history of stability. Since our founding in 1904, we’ve dedicated ourselves to helping businesses protect their futures. That trust has made us one of the largest and most financially stable mutual insurance companies in the U.S. We’re proud to have maintained an A+ rating from A.M. Best, the industry’s leading authority, for over 30 years. 

Your Career, Our Community 

Whether you’re working at our headquarters in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, or one of our many offices across the country, you’ll find a challenging and rewarding environment. Explore the Our Teams tab on our Career Page to see the diverse career paths we offer, with a focus on ongoing development and professional growth. 

Ready to own your future? Join us at Sentry, opportunities await!

Who You’ll Want to Contact

Tha Xiong

Associate Talent Acquisition Specialist

Tha.Xiong@sentry.com

Equal Employment Opportunity

Sentry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy that there be no discrimination in employment based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, marital status, or sexual orientation.