Cash Accountant

Baker Distributing Company; Jacksonville (FL); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Distributing Company LLC, headquartered in Jacksonville, FL, is seeking a Cash Accountant to perform daily cash reconciliations for our sales centers and assist with month-end close processes. The role includes researching variances, preparing adjusting entries, and maintaining documentation.

Strong Excel and ERP systems proficiency are preferred to support accurate financial reporting. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field, along with prior accounting

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Previous accounting, bookkeeping, finance, or related business experience preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems or accounting software preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel (intermediate–advanced).
• Ability to analyze information, identify discrepancies, and resolve issues.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile cash transactions for assigned sales centers daily.
• Research, analyze, and resolve cash and account variances with sales center personnel.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts as part of month-end close.
• Prepare and post adjusting journal entries and reclassifications.
• Support month-end close activities and related accounting functions.
• Complete administrative duties and maintain records.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written & verbal communication

Data analysis

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Initiative

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Accounting software

Excel

Job description

About Us

Baker Distributing Company is one of the largest distributors of HVAC, refrigeration and food service equipment in the U.S. We have been in business for nearly 75 years; we are visionaries ! We are innovating the distribution industry every single day as we transform our company into a world-class supply chain. Our 1,400 employees and 200+ locations serve 50,000 active customers. Our corporate headquarters is in Jacksonville, Fl. and we are a subsidiary of Watsco (NYSE: WSO).

At Baker, we are utilizing emerging technologies and innovations to diversify our portfolio and our service offerings to deliver a best-in-class customer experience.

People are the core of our business -- those who work for us (our employees), those who work with us (our suppliers and vendors) and those we work for (our customers). While some of our employees are the most experienced in the industry, we are always seeking new talent with fresh ideas. If you have a keen sense of respect -- for yourself and others; an unfaltering devotion to integrity; the drive to provide consistency; the tenacity to strive for excellence; and embody the spirit of teamwork, we would love to talk with you.

Job Description

Summary

The Cash Accountant is responsible for completing daily cash reconciliations for Baker sales centers.This includes researching issues and resolving differences with sales center personnel.This position will also be responsible for some administrative tasks to support department operations.

Essential Duties/Accountabilities

• Reconcile cash transactions for assigned sales centers on a daily basis .
• Research, analyze, and resolve cash and account variances in collaboration with sales center personnel.
• Reconcile assigned balance sheet accounts as part of the month-end closing process.
• Prepare and process adjusting journal entries, account reclassifications, and other accounting entries as required.
• Support month-end close activities and related accounting functions as assigned.
• Complete administrative duties, including maintaining records, processing registrations, and preparing required documentation.
• Perform additional job-related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

And here is what you will need to be successful:

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting , Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Previous accounting, bookkeeping, finance, or related business experience preferred.
• Ability to analyze information, identify discrepancies, and assist in resolving accounting and financial issues.
• Experience with accounting software, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, or other financial management systems preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks while meeting established deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment to achieve departmental and organizational objectives .
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to provide professional customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
• If business-related travel is required , the ability to meet the transportation requirements of the position . A valid driver's license may be required where driving is an essential function of the role.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to provide responsive, professional customer service and develop positive working relationships.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and apply data to support decision-making and problem resolution.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Demonstrated initiative in identifying opportunities to improve processes, efficiency, and service quality.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, including reading, writing, speaking, and understanding information, when necessary to perform the essential functions of the position, comply with safety requirements, and follow applicable policies, procedures, and training materials.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Required to position self to access equipment by standing,sitting,orwalking, climbing, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Operates computer and telephone equipment for extended periods of time.
• Visual acuity is required to perform essential job functions such as reading labels, inspecting equipment, monitoring inventory, and operating machinery.Tasks may involve close vision, distance vision, color differentiation, peripheral awareness, depth perception, and visual focus.

Status

Full-Time

Company

Baker Distributing Company LLC