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:  Accounting II Internship

Department:  Accounting

FLSA:  Non-Exempt

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 2025, with the possibility to extend through the school year.  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. 

* For this position, we also require you to attach your resume, cover letter, and official or unofficial transcript of grades to your application. Please note in your cover letter or resume the month/year you plan to graduate.

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

Reporting Relations

Accountable and Reports to: Director, Financial Reporting

Positions that Report to you: None

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Work alongside upper level accounting staffComplete general ledger balancing and financial statement preparation including preparing and reconciling profit and loss and balance sheet reportsComplete monthly accounting close, including preparation of journal entries, analytical reports, and account reconciliationsCollect and analyze data used for the preparation of accruals and creating reports for managementRespond to financial inquiries by gathering, analyzing, summarizing, and interpreting dataMake recommendations to improve accounting and control proceduresPerform various project analysis and other ad-hoc research and analysis as assignedAttend monthly Accounting Department Meetings

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 correctionMust be physically able to perform sedentary work: occasionally lifting or carrying objects of no more than 10 pounds, and occasionally standing or walkingMust 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 companyGood verbal and written communication skillsStrong interpersonal skills; ability to relate to and interact with other people in a friendly, professional mannerAbility to identify problems, develop and execute solutionsAbility 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.