Accounting Intern I

Hy-Vee, Inc.•West Des Moines, IA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting I internship at the Hy-Vee Corporate Office in West Des Moines, Iowa, offers a paid, full-time position from mid-May through mid-August 2027. This role involves processing and auditing outside vendor invoices and statements for payment, verifying inventory totals, and assisting vendors and stores with invoice inquiries. Interns will work with upper-level accounting staff, gain exposure to accounts receivable and payroll duties, and contribute to process improvement recommendations. The internship also includes project analysis, ad-hoc research, and attendance at monthly Accounting Department Meetings.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Actively pursuing an associate or bachelor degree in accounting
Ability to see detail at near range with or without correction
Sedentary work: occasionally lifting or carrying objects of no more than 10 pounds, and occasionally standing or walking
Ability to perform kneeling, reaching, handling, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing and repetitive motions
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

Nice To Haves

Potential for occasional overtime

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