Accounts Payable Summer Associate (Intern)

Company Overview:

Founded in 1929, Heinen’s is a premier grocery store chain noted for its quality products and outstanding customer service. Heinen’s has now welcomed the fourth generation into the family-owned business, which operates 23 stores (19 in Cleveland, Ohio and 4 in Chicago, Illinois), two distribution warehouses, one food production plant, and a corporate office. Culturally, we place a heavy emphasis on quality of life for every associate within the organization. We offer this through a competitive compensation package, professional development and leadership opportunities, paid time off, and balanced work schedules.

Heinen’s Summer Associate Competencies: 

As a Summer Associate of Heinen’s, we are looking for individuals who have skills in collaboration and building relationships. Along with these skills, there are key competencies that help a Summer Associate be successful.

• Action Oriented: Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Self-Development: Actively seeking new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels.
• Communicates Effectively: Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Plans and Aligns: Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organization goals.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and adaptable Accounts Payable (AP) Summer Intern to support our team during the busy vacation season. This role offers hands-on experience in accounts payable processes and special projects, providing an excellent opportunity to develop professional skills in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as a temporary replacement for associates on vacation, ensuring continuity of daily operations.
• Assist with special projects to enhance team efficiency and effectiveness.
• Perform scanning and document management tasks.
• Process invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Conduct beer and wine research to support the department’s needs.

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (preferred).
• Strong attention to detail, time management organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Energetic and eager to learn.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Heinen’s, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.