Merchandising Finance Coordinator

Ace Hardware Corporation offers a values-driven culture focused on W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork).

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Incentive opportunities based on role/grade level (average payout of 122% of target over the past 5 years)
• Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with fully vested matching contribution in the first year, plus quarterly and annual discretionary contributions (average company contributions of 10% of eligible compensation over the past 5 years for fully eligible employees)
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, and disability) and life insurance for employees and dependents
• Paid Time Off programs (vacation, paid sick time, holiday pay)
• Annual Ace Cares Week and 20 hours of paid volunteer time per year
• Opportunities to support Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and the Ace Helpful Fund through the Ace Foundation
• On-site classes, facilitator-led courses, and generous tuition assistance program
• Performance management approach beyond typical yearly reviews
• Employee discounts on Ace merchandise (brands like Weber, Traeger, Yeti, Craftsman, DeWalt), travel, fitness, computers, and more
• Adoption cost reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free access to therapists, lawyers, financial guidance, elder/childcare assistance, and entertainment event tickets

About the Role

The primary focus of this role is to provide financial support for the Merchandising department by processing financial transactions and maintaining accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain accurate books on accounts payable and receivable, and daily financial entries and reconciliations
• Process financial transactions including invoices, vendor payments, and customer credits, ensuring all are approved per company guidelines
• Maintain records for vendor agreements
• Calculate vendor balances due and contact vendors to collect payments
• Request third-party data for financial audits
• Respond to vendor, customer, and internal inquiries
• Provide on-the-spot guidance and training to business partners
• Analyze current financial and administrative processes for inefficiencies and recommend improvements

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Bookkeeping or accounting work experience, including in-depth understanding of accounts payable and accounts receivable processes
• Excellent communication skills, including effective verbal and written proficiencies
• Working knowledge of SAP and Microsoft Office, specifically strong skills in Excel
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Experience connecting cross-functionally and developing effective internal and external working relationships

Pay

$24.38 - $30.48 per hour. Compensation may be higher based on education and experience.