Staff Accountant

The Staff Accountant manages day-to-day financial operations, maintains the general ledger, and ensures strict regulatory compliance in a highly complex legal environment. This role navigates unique cannabis challenges, including cash management, multi-entity corporate structures, and state-specific track-and-trace systems. The position requires a self-starter who can balance traditional GAAP compliance with rapidly evolving industry regulations. Core Responsibilities General Ledger Maintenance : Prepare journal entries, manage accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR), and maintain accurate financial records. Month-End Close : Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and point-of-sale data to generate timely P&L and balance sheet statements. 280E Compliance : Categorize and track expenses meticulously to separate allowable Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) from non-deductible operating expenses. Inventory & Cost Accounting : Reconcile physical inventory counts against seed-to-sale software data to monitor shrinkage and valuation. Multi-Entity Accounting : Manage separate books for multi-state or multi-license operations, including dispensaries, cultivation sites, and manufacturing centers. Cash Management : Implement rigorous internal controls for handling and recording large volumes of physical cash transactions. Audit Preparation : Gather documentation and build audit trails for internal workflows, state tax authorities, and regulatory bodies. Requirements & Qualifications Education : Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field. Experience : Minimum of 1–3 years of professional accounting experience, ideally in retail, manufacturing, or an inventory-heavy sector. Legal Age : Must be at least 21 years of age and capable of passing state-mandated background checks for cannabis industry workers. Software Skills : Proficiency in QuickBooks or mainstream ERPs, alongside advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities. Industry Knowledge : Familiarity with specialized cannabis platforms like Metrc, BioTrack, or LeafLogix is highly preferred. Regulatory Compliance : Fundamental understanding of IRS Section 280E and state tax rules impacting cannabis businesses. Analytical Thinking : Ability to spot discrepancies between physical inventory metrics and financial ledger reporting. Adaptability : Navigating fluid banking conditions, changing state laws, and shifting tech stacks. Attention to Detail : Executing exact record-keeping to safeguard state licensing and defend against strict tax audits. Discretion : Safely handling internal asset transportation data and proprietary cash-management strategies. #J-18808-Ljbffr