Auditing Internship - Summer 2027

Hy-Vee; West Des Moines, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Hy-Vee is seeking an Auditing Internship at our Corporate Office in West Des Moines, Iowa. The internship runs mid-May through mid-August 2027, is paid, and will be 40 hours per week Monday through Friday with occasional overtime.

You will assist with financial, operational and compliance audits across corporate offices, subsidiaries and retail locations, help present audit findings to management, and build foundational knowledge of GAAP, internal controls and accounting practices.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; pursuing bachelor's or master's in accounting.
• Minimum of two years of relevant college education.
• Working toward a bachelor's or master's degree in accounting.
• Basic understanding of GAAP.
• Detail-oriented with accuracy.
• Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Assist with auditing procedures and test of transactions in cash disbursements, cash receipts, payroll, benefits, and 401(k).
• Support financial, operational and compliance audits of the corporate office, subsidiaries and retail locations.
• Present and review audit findings with management.
• Attend monthly Accounting Department Meetings.
• Work with upper-level accounting staff on audits.
• Support internal control reviews and ad hoc projects.

Skills

Attention to detail

Accounting principles

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Two years of college coursework in accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

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 Description

Job Title: Auditing Internship

Department: Auditing

FLSA: Non-Exempt

We have an auditing internship position 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

Assists with financial, operational and compliance audits of the corporate office, subsidiaries and retail locations to determine adherence of policy, procedures and regulations.

Assists in the presentation and review of audit findings with members of management.

This position requires a basic understanding of generally accepted accounting principles, attention to detail, and accuracy.

Reporting Relations

Accountable and Reports to: AVP, Auditing

Positions that Report to you: None

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Work alongside upper-level accounting and auditing staff
• Perform auditing procedures and test of transactions for the following areas: cash disbursements, cash receipts, payroll, benefit plan, and 401(k)
• Perform store and inventory audits with our Internal Auditors
• Perform financial statement audit work at one or more of our subsidiary locations
• Perform internal control reviews of various processes
• Exposure to other special projects as assigned
• 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 annual Go Big Show event where operations meet with vendors highlighting products for the upcoming holiday season
4. Attend scheduled lunches with various members of the accounting staff
5. Attend annual all-accounting department summer outing
6. Attend all-Hy-Vee intern socials to network with interns across Hy-Vee's entire networ

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent required; minimum of two years of relevant college education and working towards a bachelor's or master's 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 and customers

Confidentiality

Has access to confidential information, including invoice prices and store profit sheets

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