Bookkeeper

Workstream; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

King's Ace Hardware in Billings, MT is seeking a dependable Full-Time Bookkeeper to manage daily accounting for five store locations. You will handle accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and journal entries while ensuring accurate records.

This role requires strong Excel skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a small, community-focused hardware store environment. We offer a stable, local team and friendly work culture.

Qualifications

• Previous bookkeeping, accounting, payroll, or retail back-office experience.
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping for five store locations.
• Process accounts payable and vendor invoices.
• Maintain customer accounts and AR processes.
• Prepare customer statements and post customer payments.
• Prepare daily deposits and reconcile bank accounts.
• Process payroll and payroll-related transactions.
• Post journal entries and maintain accounting records.
• Research and resolve accounting discrepancies.
• Handle confidential payroll, employee, and financial information.
• Assist with other accounting and admin duties.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Payroll processing

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Education

Accounting coursework

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Now Hiring: Full-Time Bookkeeper

King's Ace Hardware – Billings, Montana

King's Ace Hardware is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Full-Time Bookkeeper to join our team. This position plays an important role in managing the day-to-day accounting functions for our five store locations.

We are looking for someone who is organized, accurate, trustworthy, and able to work independently in a small office environment.

What You'll Do

Responsibilities include:

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting functions for five store locations
• Process accounts payable and vendor invoices
• Maintain customer accounts and process accounts receivable
• Prepare customer statements and post customer payments
• Prepare daily deposits
• Reconcile purchase orders, invoices, bank accounts, and credit card transactions
• Process payroll and payroll-related transactions
• Post journal entries and maintain accurate accounting records
• Research and resolve accounting discrepancies
• Handle confidential payroll, employee, and financial information with discretion
• Assist with other accounting and administrative duties as needed

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous bookkeeping, accounting, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or retail back-office experience
• A strong understanding of bookkeeping and basic accounting principles
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• The ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and other spreadsheet software
• Excellent communication skills
• A high level of professionalism and confidentiality
• Retail experience is preferred but not required

Some college coursework in accounting, bookkeeping, finance, or a related field is preferred.

Position Details

Full-Time Bookkeeper

Location: Billings, Montana

Reports To: Controller/HR Director

We are your local hardware store and we are a part of your community. Ace Hardware has over 5,000 stores around the world with the majority of those stores independently owned and operated by local entrepreneurs. These hard working men and women are part of the fabric of your community. They are small business owners who are local and loyal...just like it ought to be. While others have become large and impersonal, at Ace, we've remained small and very personal. That's why we say a visit to Ace, is like a visit to your neighbor.