Finance & Accounting Associate

Headquarters Finance And Accounting Role

HeadQuarters is a global start-up dedicated to empowering U.S. cannabis companies through expert support in finance, sales, operations, and logistics. Operating at the intersection of innovation and execution, we partner with high-growth cannabis businesses to streamline their back-office functions and enhance operational efficiency. Our fully remote team spans multiple countries and time zones, bringing together diverse talent and deep industry knowledge.

This position is designed specifically for recent graduates and individuals at the beginning of their careers in Finance and Accounting.

In this role, you'll work alongside experienced professionals, supporting the daily financial operations of U.S.-based clients in the cannabis industry. You'll manage recurring financial deliverables with increasing independence, demonstrate ownership over your responsibilities, and proactively suggest small improvements to existing accounting and reporting processes.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to build technical accounting skills, gain exposure to U.S. financial operations, and grow within a collaborative, mission-driven startup environment supporting high-growth companies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support daily accounting operations, including reconciliations, invoicing, cash/payment applications, and journal entries
• Assist with AP & AR processes, aging reports, data entry, documentation, and month-end close activities
• Deliver accurate, complete work on time while meeting quality standards and SLAs
• Maintain low error rates and ensure minimal need for supervisor corrections
• Build client trust through reliable support and contribute ideas to improve workflows
• Collaborate with team leads and peers in meetings, check-ins, and shared projects
• Develop technical expertise in accounting fundamentals, AP/AR processes, Excel, and ERP systems