Senior Accountant

Vision Ace Hardware is a locally owned and operated company with 16 Ace Hardware stores serving Southwest Florida. For more than 26 years, we have built our reputation by delivering exceptional customer service, supporting our communities, and providing trusted brands including Weber, Traeger, Big Green Egg, STIHL, Benjamin Moore, and many others.

About the role

Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, the Senior Accountant is responsible for maintaining the integrity of the Company's financial records and supporting the accounting operations of our 16 retail locations. The Senior Accountant performs advanced accounting functions including month-end close, financial reporting, account reconciliations, inventory accounting, budgeting support, financial analysis, and continuous process improvement. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced retail environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries and maintain the general ledger.
• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and support the month-end and year-end close process.
• Assist in preparing monthly financial statements and management reports.
• Analyze profit and loss and balance sheet variances.
• Reconcile bank accounts and support cash management activities.
• Support inventory accounting and reconciliation for multiple retail locations.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Prepare audit schedules and assist with annual audits and regulatory reporting.
• Evaluate and improve accounting workflows to increase efficiency, accuracy, and collaboration between the Corporate Office and store locations.
• Utilize Epicor Eagle and Microsoft Excel to analyze financial data and improve reporting.
• Partner with store management and department leaders to support sound financial decision-making.
• Perform other accounting and finance-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Experience with month-end close, financial reporting, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables, lookups, and financial analysis.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Retail, inventory, or multi-location accounting experience.
• Experience with Epicor Eagle accounting software.
• CPA or CPA candidate is a plus.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Company-Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Company-Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

Stable, locally owned company with more than 26 years of success. Opportunity to work directly with the Financial Controller and executive leadership. Collaborative, team-oriented culture where your ideas and contributions are valued. Opportunity to improve processes, drive efficiencies, and make a measurable impact across a growing 16-store organization. Professional growth and career development opportunities. Employee discount on products sold at Vision Ace Hardware.

Pay

$85,000 yearly salary

Schedule

Full-Time | Exempt | On-Site

Local Candidates Preferred: Applicants should reside within approximately 40 miles of Naples, FL (34103). This is an on-site position located at our Corporate Office in 2375 Tamiami Trail N, Suite 200, Naples, Florida 34103. Relocation assistance is not available.