Summer 2026 Internship - Accounting at Ovative Group in Minneapolis

Summary: Ovative Group is an independent media, measurement, and creative firm that is seeking an Accounting intern. This role involves participating in the month-end close process, preparing financial statements, and supporting data analysis to aid in financial decision-making. Responsibilities: - Participate in the month-end close process and financial statement preparation - Gain real-world experience with financial systems, including Workday - Learn how to create invoices, process bills, and manage expenses — and understand their impact to financial statements and reporting - Support heavy data analysis, reconciliation, and reporting of financial performance - Partner with finance leaders to investigate financial trends and share key insights - Execute discrete pieces of analyses using analytical tools (e.g. Excel, Workday reporting) - Translate analyses into clearly communicated insights (via slides, email, etc.) to internal stakeholders - Be a team player and be ready to take on ad hoc tasks as needed to support the team - Cultivate a transparent, trustworthy, and ethical work environment by staying engaged, curious, and accountable Required Qualifications: - Working toward a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field - Ability to think critically, break down problems, and propose solutions through a data-driven lens - Exhibit strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to share ideas effectively in group projects, presentations, or stakeholder interactions - Consistently produce accurate, thorough, and organized work with strong attention to detail - Able to work well with others and manage interactions with peers, managers, and stakeholders in a respectful, professional manner - Demonstrated ability to take ownership of tasks or projects and complete them with limited supervision - Examples of leadership, initiative, or ownership in academic, extracurricular, or work settings - Familiarity with basic tools such as MS Office (especially Excel), Google Workspace, or similar software - Interest in accounting principles and comfort working with numbers and financial data Required Skills: Accounting, Financial analysis Important Skills: Excel, Workday Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Summer Benefits: Access to all office spaces in MSP, NYC, and CHI, Frequent, paid travel to our Minneapolis headquarters for company events, team events, and in-person collaboration with teams, Generous paid vacation policy, 401k match program, Top-notch health insurance options, inclusive of same sex partners, Family formation benefits including reimbursement options for fertility, pregnancy, and parenting needs, Monthly stipend for your mobile phone and data plan, Sabbatical program, Charitable giving via our time and a financial match program, Shenanigan’s Day