Accounts Payable Specialist

Ace Hardware Corporation is a well-established American retail cooperative that specializes in providing hardware products to customers across the nation. Known for its helpful customer service and wide range of products, Ace Hardware supports locally-owned businesses and helps communities thrive through retail stores and corporate operations. The company fosters a culture rooted in core values represented by the acronym W.E.L.I.G.H.T - Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork. These values reflect Ace Hardware's commitment to its employees, retailers, brand, and customers, making it a distinctive and welcoming place to work.

The Accounts Payable Specialist role at Ace Hardware is a vital corporate position focused on managing numerous invoice processing workflows while working closely with vendors, internal departments, and business partners. This position ensures that invoices and payment requests are handled accurately, timely, and in compliance with company policies. The specialist plays a key role in supporting operational controls, resolving issues, contributing to process improvements, and enhancing team collaboration. This is a full-time opportunity with hourly compensation starting from $21.83 to $27.38, depending on education and experience.

In this role, the specialist is responsible for processing large volumes of invoices—often exceeding 10,000 per month—within a fast-paced environment. They handle inquiries from vendors and internal stakeholders, analyze data to detect discrepancies, perform daily compliance audits, and ensure all payment processes meet company standards and regulatory requirements. Partnering with the Vendor Compliance and other departments is essential to maintain accurate vendor records and swiftly address payment-related issues.

Ace Hardware values continuous development and invests heavily in its employees by offering on-site classes, facilitator-led courses, and tuition assistance programs. The company encourages a team culture centered on accountability and customer service while promoting individual growth. Additionally, employees enjoy incentives linked to company performance, generous 401(k) retirement plans with matching and additional company contributions, comprehensive healthcare coverage, paid time off programs, employee assistance programs, and discounts on popular merchandise brands.

This position suits a detail-oriented, highly organized individual with strong analytical and communication skills who thrives in handling high-volume accounting functions. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, experience in invoice automation platforms such as Esker, and familiarity with systems like SAP or Sage Intacct will be highly advantageous. The ideal candidate combines technical expertise with a solution-oriented mindset and a commitment to upholding Ace Hardware's outstanding standards of excellence and integrity.

Joining Ace Hardware means more than just having a job; it's an opportunity to be part of a meaningful company that supports both professional and personal growth while making a positive impact in local communities. The company’s commitment to equal employment opportunity and diversity ensures a welcoming workplace where every individual is valued for their unique contributions.