Accounts Receivable (AR) Specialist

Nassau Candy Distributors, Inc.; Hicksville (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

PTO & holidays

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employee discounts

Business casual

Job summary

Nassau Candy Distributors, Inc. is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our Hicksville, NY team on-site. The role manages customer accounts, collects payments, resolves discrepancies, and supports AR operations. 3–5 years in AR, preferably in manufacturing or distribution, is preferred.

Responsibilities include tracking aging, posting payments, performing credit checks, and assisting with monthly closes. We offer a competitive salary and employee benefits in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in Accounts Receivable or credit collections.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and time-management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with AR or ERP systems.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Prior experience in manufacturing and/or distribution a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor customer accounts to ensure timely collection of receivables.
• Communicate with customers regarding outstanding balances and follow up on past due accounts.
• Post customer payments and resolve short payments or billing discrepancies.
• Monitor and release orders on the credit hold report.
• Conduct credit checks on new or existing customers as needed.
• Prepare and update weekly aging reports for management review.
• Reconcile AR accounts and assist with the monthly close process.
• Maintain organized records of invoices, bills, deposits, and account activity.
• Assist with rebate calculations and support other AR functions as needed.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

Excel

ERP systems

Communication

Manufacturing experience

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Nassau Candy is a premier importer, manufacturer, and distributor of specialty confections, fine foods, and promotional products. With a fast-paced environment and national reach, we offer excellent growth opportunities for driven and detail-oriented professionals.

Location: On-site – Hicksville, NY

Schedule: Full-time | Monday–Friday

Department: Accounting

About Nassau Candy

Nassau Candy is a premier importer, manufacturer, and distributor of specialty confections, fine foods, and promotional products. With a fast-paced environment and national reach, we offer excellent growth opportunities for driven and detail-oriented professionals.

About The Role

We are currently seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our team on-site in Hicksville, NY. This position is responsible for managing customer accounts, collecting payments, resolving discrepancies, and supporting AR operations and reporting. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of experience in Accounts Receivable, with prior experience in manufacturing or distribution environments highly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor customer accounts to ensure timely collection of receivables
• Communicate with customers regarding outstanding balances and follow up on past due accounts
• Post customer payments and resolve short payments or billing discrepancies
• Monitor and release orders on the credit hold report
• Conduct credit checks on new or existing customers as needed
• Prepare and update weekly aging reports for management review
• Reconcile AR accounts and assist with the monthly close process
• Maintain organized records of invoices, bills, deposits, and account activity
• Assist with rebate calculations and support other AR functions as needed

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in an Accounts Receivable or credit collections role
• Strong organizational, analytical, and time-management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with AR or ERP systems
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Prior experience in manufacturing and/or distribution a strong plus

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with annual performance reviews
• Paid vacation, PTO, and holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, AFLAC & pet insurance
• Employee discounts
• Business casual, entrepreneurial workplace culture

Join a growing company where your contributions help drive financial performance and customer satisfaction.

Nassau Candy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.