Staff Accountant (Cash) presso Nassau Candy

Nassau Candy is one of the largest US wholesale manufacturers of specialty and private label confections, supplying many of the national retailers and independent stores across the country.  

In addition to Nassau Candy-made creations, we import and distribute the most sought-after confectionery, soda, gourmet food, and natural brands, including health, beauty and household care.  

We are currently hiring a well-rounded Staff Accountant (Cash Management & Administrative) with multi-entity experience for our busy and growing team in Hicksville.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor the daily cash transactions for all company accounts ensuring cash receipts and disbursements are properly recorded and posted
• Maintain cash balances and perform intercompany transfers in accordance with Company policies and procedures
• Manage checks and ACH positive pay daily to effectively control fraud 
• Review, code and initiate payments (check, ACH, Wire) of approved disbursements 
• Process foreign payments ensuring accuracy of invoices and currency translations
• Timely reconcile cash receipts and post miscellaneous and intercompany disbursements 
• Reconcile payroll disbursements and ensure accurate posting to the general ledger
• Reconcile and record corporate credit card transactions
• Perform excel calculations of disbursements, including commission payments 
• Generate reports to aid in Company 401k, worker’s comp and related audits
• Review and approve Accounts Payable postings of cash disbursements 
• Manage new accounts setup in Accounts Payable system
• Assist with source file changes
• Assist with project assignments and financial reporting 
• Prepare analysis and reconciliations of general ledger cash and credit card accounts

Qualifications:

• Minimum BS/BA degree in Accounting or Finance 
• 7+ years’ experience related to accounting and cash management
• Experience in multi-entity organizations, preferably in manufacturing and/ or distribution
• Working knowledge of ERP systems – experience with ERP conversions a plus
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Self-starter and detail oriented
• Excellent communication skills
• Exhibits high level of professionalism and integrity 
• Ability to work independently and multi-task
• Attention to details, good organizational skills, and ability to perform efficiently and accurately in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Ability and desire to work on-site in Hicksville

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary / PTO / Vacation
• 401 (k)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, AFLAC and Pet Insurance
• Employee Discounts
• Well-established, thriving, family-owned Long Island company
• And more!

Nassau Candy is proudly an Equal Opportunity Employer