Staff Accountant

Position Title Senior Accountant Location Garden City, Long Island, NY (On‑Site) Industry Distribution / Manufacturing Job Description A well‑established and growing distribution and manufacturing company in Garden City is seeking a hands‑on, detail‑driven Senior Accountant to join its finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys working cross‑functionally, thrives in a fast‑paced environment, and wants to play a meaningful role in both day‑to‑day accounting operations and long‑term financial initiatives. Perks & Benefits Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage 401(k) Plan with Company Match Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays Life, Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability Insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Other benefits aligned with state regulations and employment classification Core Responsibilities Manage core accounting functions including general ledger oversight, month‑end and year‑end close, and account reconciliations. Support distribution and manufacturing accounting activities, including inventory and cost‑related transactions. Prepare and review financial statements and perform variance analysis to support management decision‑making. Handle sales commission accounting, including calculations, reconciliations, and analysis across multiple states (approximately 25–30% of the role). Collaborate with operations, sales, and leadership teams to ensure financial data aligns with business activity. Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes and analyze actual results versus plan. Support audit preparation and ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls. Participate in system enhancements and help streamline accounting processes and procedures. Take ownership of evolving accounting and reporting needs as the business continues to grow. Ideal Candidate Profile Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline. Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within a distribution or manufacturing environment. Experience with sales commissions accounting or a strong interest in owning this function. Solid understanding of GAAP, reconciliations, and internal controls. Proficient in Excel and accounting systems; ERP experience strongly preferred. Comfortable working in a collaborative, fast‑paced, and evolving environment. Strong organizational skills, analytical thinking, and attention to detail. Excellent communication skills and proactive, problem‑solving mindset. CPA is a plus but not required. Salary Pay Details: $90,000.00 to $100,000.00 per year Application Ready to Step Into a Senior Accountant Role with Impact? If you’re an experienced accounting professional with a distribution or manufacturing background and are ready to contribute meaningfully in a dynamic environment, we’d love to connect. Please send your resume (in Word format) to View email address on click.appcast.io for immediate consideration. Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled, Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Candidate Privacy Information Statement To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to Legal Status The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including: California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance #J-18808-Ljbffr