Accounting Intern I - Summer 2027

Hy-Vee; West Des Moines, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Full time

Job summary

Hy-Vee offers an Accounting I Internship at the Hy-Vee Corporate Office in West Des Moines, Iowa. The 2027 internship runs mid-May through mid-August, Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week, with potential overtime.

The role includes processing invoices, payroll duties, fixed asset entries, and supporting accounting staff. The position provides paid work, time off for holidays, and schedule flexibility as needed while gaining exposure to vendor and store inquiries and various accounting

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; pursuing an associate or bachelor degree in accounting.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to relate to others.
• Ability to identify problems and develop solutions.
• Proficiency with basic computer systems (MS Office).

Responsibilities

• Work alongside upper level accounting staff.
• Process invoices for payment.
• Enter information into fixed asset system to record an asset.
• Assist with accounts receivable duties.
• Assist with payroll duties.
• Answer inquiries from stores, vendors, and customers.
• Make recommendations to improve accounting and control procedures.
• Perform various project analysis and other ad-hoc research and analysis as assigned.
• Attend monthly Accounting Department Meetings

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Pursuing accounting degree

Tools

Excel

Job description

Additional Considerations (if any): - At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise "a helpful smile in every aisle" and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and committed to supporting our customers and each other.

Job Title: Accounting I Internship
Department: Accounting
FLSA: Non-Exempt

We have an Accounting I internship available at the Hy-Vee Corporate Office in West Des Moines, Iowa. The internship will be from mid-May through mid-August in 2027. This Monday through Friday paid position will be 40 hours per week with the potential for occasional overtime. Time off for the holidays will be offered along with flexibility in the schedule to allow for more free time if needed.

General Function Processes and audits outside vendor invoices and statements for payment to the correct expense or fixed asset account. Verifies totals for inventory purposes. Assists vendors and stores in researching the status of invoices which could be past due, incorrect, or overpaid.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

1. Work alongside upper level accounting staff
2. Process invoices for payment
3. Enter information into fixed asset system to record an asset
4. Assist with accounts receivable duties
5. Assist with payroll duties
6. Answer inquiries from stores, vendors, and customers
7. Make recommendations to improve accounting and control procedures
8. Perform various project analysis and other ad-hoc research and analysis as assigned
9. Attend monthly Accounting Department Meetings

Internship Highlights

1. Visit various Hy-Vee supply chain and manufacturing facilities that contribute to the overall retail grocery business line
2. Weekly intern meetings with various members of accounting department leadership group including the Controller, Chief Revenue Officer, and Chief Financial Officer
3. Attend scheduled lunches with various members of the accounting staff
4. Attend annual all-accounting department summer outing
5. Attend all-Hy-Vee intern socials to network with interns across Hy-Vee's entire network

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent required; actively pursuing an associate or bachelor degree in accounting.

Physical Requirements

Visual requirements include: ability to see detail at near range with or without correction

Must be physically able to perform sedentary work: occasionally lifting or carrying objects of no more than 10 pounds, and occasionally standing or walking

Must be able to perform the following physical activities: kneeling, reaching, handling, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing and repetitive motions

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Worker Characteristics

Commitment to the Hy-Vee Mission and a willingness to promote the values of the company

Good verbal and written communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills; ability to relate to and interact with other people in a friendly, professional manner

Ability to identify problems, develop and execute solutions

Ability to interact with basic computer systems, including word processing, spreadsheet and email applications, as well as job specific programs

Working Conditions

The duties of this position are performed in a general office setting

Equipment Calculator, telephone, copier, fax, and PC with Microsoft Office programs

Contacts

Has occasional contact with store personnel, vendors, and customers

Confidentiality

Has access to confidential information, including invoice prices and new store locations

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre employment drug screen.