Accounting Associate

Position Summary ----------------

Turner Ace Hardware has an immediate opening for a dedicated and experienced Accounting Assistant. The primary responsibility of the Accounting Assistant is to maintain the cash balance, ensuring the accuracy of all financial entries for the store location. This role is an in-person position. The expected workweek is two days per week for less than 6 hours, during normal M-F banking hours.

Company Summary ----------------

Turner Ace Hardware is a group of 5 family-owned hardware stores in the Northeast Florida Area. Owned and operated by the Turner family for over 50 years. We are all committed to being the Helpful Place by offering our customers knowledgeable advice, helpful service and a high quality, locally relevant products.

Major Responsibilities ----------------------

• Cash balancing: Count and reconcile all cash and checks received against the system viewer, reporting discrepancies appropriately.
• Deposits: Prepare bank deposits for each day of the month, ensuring all deposits are entered at the end of the month.
• Organization: Maintaining a well-organized and efficient accounting system.
• Bank Reconciliation: Reconcile bank and credit card entries on a regular basis.
• Other bookkeeping and administrative tasks as needed.

Minimum Requirements ---------------------

• Ability and willingness to work in the store for all shifts
• Willingness to submit to a background check, credit check, driving record check, and drug test
• Reliable transportation and valid drivers license
• Experience with cash counting for multiple entries and tills
• High attention to detail, ensuring accuracy of all entries
• Strong interpersonal skills with capability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders
• 3 years of experience in bookkeeping/accounting
• Solid understanding of bookkeeping and accounting principles
• Proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records

Job Responsibilities ---------------------

Job responsibilities may change and grow with the needs of the business.

Company Introduction ---------------------

As your local Ace Hardware, our store is a member of the largest retailer-owned hardware cooperative in the industry. Ace Hardware began as a small chain of stores in 1924 and has grown to include more than 4,600 stores in 50 states and more than 70 countries. As part of a cooperative, every Ace Hardware store is independently owned. From neighborhood hardware stores to lumberyards to super-size home centers, each Ace Hardware is unique and tailored to meet the needs of its local community. We are all committed to being the Helpful Place by offering our customers knowledgeable advice, helpful service and quality products.