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Hy-Vee Food Stores Accounting II Intern in West Des Moines, Iowa
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 staff
Complete general ledger balancing and financial statement preparation including preparing and reconciling profit and loss and balance sheet reports
Complete 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
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.