Controller - Manufacturing / Distribution

Nassau Candy Distributors, Inc.

Hicksville (NY)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 170,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Job summary

Nassau Candy Distributors, Inc. in Hicksville, NY, is seeking a hands-on Controller to lead accounting, close processes, and ensure GAAP compliance. You will partner with executives to drive financial planning, strengthen controls, and optimize reporting across the organization.

This on-site role requires a strategic leader who can manage a multi-entity environment and develop the team. Ideal candidates bring senior accounting leadership experience, strong NetSuite and Excel reporting skills,

Qualifications

10+ years of progressive accounting experience with at least 5 years in management.
Strong knowledge of GAAP, general ledger, close processes, and reporting.

Responsibilities

Oversee accounting operations including GL, AP, AR, inventory, revenue recognition.
Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes and ensure timely financial statements.
Review journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and supporting schedules.
Oversee multi-entity reporting and financial consolidations as applicable.
Prepare and analyze financial reports, dashboards, KPIs, and variances for executives.

Skills

Leadership

GAAP knowledge

ERP (NetSuite)

Excel

Financial analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

NetSuite

Power Query/Excel

Job description

Who We Are

Nassau Candy is a premier importer, manufacturer, and distributor of specialty confections, fine foods, and promotional products. With decades of industry expertise, we take pride in providing high-quality products and exceptional service to retailers nationwide. Our commitment to innovation, integrity, and excellence has made us a leader in the industry. At Nassau Candy, we foster a collaborative and dynamic workplace where growth and teamwork are at the core of our success.

Who We Are

Position Summary

The Controller is responsible for overseeing the company's accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance with GAAP. This individual will lead the accounting team, manage monthly and quarterly financial close processes, oversee audits, and provide financial analysis to support executive management and business decision-making.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting leader with strong technical accounting expertise, proven management experience, and the ability to improve financial reporting, systems, and processes. Experience with NetSuite and advanced Excel reporting is highly desirable.

This role will be on site in our Hicksville offices.

Key Responsibilities / How You Will Make An Impact

Accounting Operations & Financial Reporting

Oversee accounting operations, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, inventory accounting, revenue recognition, and related accounting activities.
Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes and ensure accurate, timely financial statements.
Review journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and supporting schedules.
Oversee financial consolidations and multi-entity reporting, as applicable.
Prepare and analyze financial reports, management dashboards, KPIs, and variance analyses for executive management.

Internal Controls, Compliance & Audits

Maintain effective internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures.
Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable reporting requirements.
Coordinate external financial audits, bank field audits, and other regulatory examinations.
Oversee tax filings and required compliance reporting.

Budgeting & Financial Analysis

Lead the annual budgeting process and support financial forecasting and long run planning.
Monitor actual results against budget, investigate variances, and provide actionable recommendations.
Partner with department heads to support financial planning and operational decision-making.

Team Leadership & Process Improvement

Supervise, develop, and support accounting team members while ensuring accountability and timely completion of responsibilities.
Collaborate with Finance, Treasury, Operations, and IT to resolve issues and improve workflows.
Identify opportunities to streamline processes, reduce manual work, improve reporting accuracy, and strengthen internal controls.

ERP Systems & Reporting

Oversee Finance-related ERP functionality and serve as a key resource for NetSuite.
Support ERP implementation, system enhancements, and financial reporting improvements.
Develop and enhance Excel-based reporting tools using Power Query, PivotTables, complex formulas, dashboards, and automation.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 5 years in a management or leadership role.
Strong knowledge of GAAP, General Ledger accounting, financial statement preparation, and financial close processes.
Experience managing accounting operations, audits, internal controls, and financial reporting.
Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
Hands-on ERP experience; NetSuite experience strongly preferred.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong analytical abilities.
Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

CPA license or CPA candidacy.
Experience in manufacturing, distribution, or consumer products.
Experience with ERP implementations, system enhancements, and reporting automation.

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