Staff Accountant

Top Card Ace Hardware•West Des Moines, IA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Ace Hardware is seeking a full-time Staff Accountant at its headquarters in West Des Moines, Iowa. The position reports to the Assistant Controller and supports invoice processing, expense coding, utility invoice review, intercompany accounting, month-end close, vendor credit applications, and audit preparation. Ace describes its environment as high-growth and fast-paced. Success requires urgency, organization, the ability to meet deadlines, self-direction, and teamwork.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounting.
Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to solve problems effectively.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
Experience with accounting software such as Business Central, Sage Intacct, or Workday.
Ability to work in a deadline-oriented environment.
Strong organizational skills, self-direction, urgency, and ability to work as a team player.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Receive, verify, and review invoices and requisitions for proper documentation and approval before payment.
Charge expenses to the appropriate accounts and cost centers by analyzing invoices and expense reports.
Process and code utility invoices for electric, gas, water, and telecommunications services at store and corporate locations, and research billing variances.
Record, allocate, and reconcile intercompany expenses between entities.
Assist with accruals and account reconciliations as part of the month-end close.
Verify that transactions comply with financial policies and procedures.
Complete vendor credit applications to establish credit limits, ensuring required information is accurate and providing supporting documentation as needed, such as sales tax exemption certificates for tax-exempt purchases.
Assist with the annual audit by preparing assigned reports or providing documentation as directed by the Controller.
Perform other related duties as assigned.