Accounting Intern II

Accounting II Internship

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:

We have an Accounting II internship available at the Hy-Vee Corporate Office in West Des Moines, Iowa. The internship will be from mid-May through mid-August in 2026. 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:

The Accounting II intern is responsible for reconciling general ledger accounts, calculating and balancing accruals, maintaining a detailed and accurate trial balance, and assisting in the month end close process, along with other projects as assigned. This position requires a basic understanding of generally accepted accounting principles, attention to detail, and accuracy.

Reporting Relations:

Accountable and Reports to: AVP, Financial Reporting

Positions that Report to you: None

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work alongside upper level accounting staff
• Assist in monthly accounting close, including preparation of journal entries, analytical reports, and account reconciliations
• Collect and analyze data used for the preparation of accruals and creating reports for management
• Respond to financial inquiries by gathering, analyzing, summarizing, and interpreting data
• 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

Internship Highlights:

• Visit various Hy-Vee supply chain and manufacturing facilities that contribute to the overall retail grocery business line
• Weekly intern meetings with various members of accounting department leadership group including the Controller, Chief Revenue Officer, and Chief Financial Officer
• Attend annual Go Big Show event where operations meets with vendors highlighting products for the upcoming holiday season
• Attend scheduled lunches with various members of the accounting staff
• Attend annual all-accounting department summer outing
• 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; 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 financial information

Are you ready to smile, apply today.