Controller

Controller Department: Accounting Employment Type: Full Time Location: Hartford CT Compensation: $130,000 - $140,000 / year We are seeking an experienced Controller to join our team operating across five states under a multi-entity structure. The Controller owns the accounting function end-to-end: close, consolidation, cost accounting, and compliance— and serves as the technical backbone of the finance organization. This is a hands‑on leadership role suited to someone who can operate fluently in a complex, regulated, high‑growth environment. This is a hybrid position with a heavy in‑office presence in our MA HQ during ramp up. Ideal candidates will be located within 1.5 hours of our Northampton, MA office (Worcester, MA | Providence, RI | Hartford, CT | Albany, NY area candidates encouraged to apply). Key Responsibilities: Financial close & consolidation — Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close across all entities, including intercompany eliminations and consolidated reporting on a timely, accurate basis. Cost & inventory accounting — Supervision of direct manufacturing cost accounting, absorption costing, inventory valuation, and standard/actual cost true‑ups in a multi‑facility production environment. Technical accounting — Apply and document GAAP across inventory (ASC 330), leases (ASC 842), revenue (ASC 606), stock comp (ASC 718), and income taxes (ASC 740), including memos and SOPs. Audit & tax — Lead the annual financial statement audit and coordinate with external tax advisors, including cannabis‑specific positions (§280E, §263A/UNICAP) and support in other related areas. Regulatory & lender compliance — Ensure financial compliance with state cannabis regulators across operating states and with senior lender reporting and covenant requirements. Systems & controls — Maintain and improve the ERP (Acumatica) and surrounding finance stack (Datarails, Ramp) design and enforce internal controls, workflows, and process documentation. Team leadership — Manage, mentor, and develop the accounting team (onshore and offshore); ensure adequate coverage, training, and accountability. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise: Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including supervisory/management Strong technical GAAP foundation and demonstrated ownership of a full‑cycle close Cost/manufacturing/distribution accounting experience Advanced Excel; ERP proficiency Preferred Experience: CPA Cannabis or other highly regulated, multi‑entity / multi‑state industry experience Familiarity with §280E and cannabis tax considerations Experience with Acumatica and FP&A/consolidation tooling Experience the Fernway Advantage Generous annual leave: 13 paid holidays and up to 3 weeks PTO (hourly and salaried staff alike) Comprehensive health coverage: company‑sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance Extra benefits: PSL, FSA, life insurance, 401(k) with match, discounted pet insurance and gym membership #J-18808-Ljbffr