SUMMARY We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Senior Accountant to support the accounting operations of a fast-growing, multi-entity cannabis organization. This role will play a key part in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end close, strengthening internal controls, and helping ensure compliance within a highly regulated industry.
The ideal candidate is analytical, organized, adaptable, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment with evolving processes and regulations. This position requires strong technical accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to identify issues and drive solutions independently.
Key Responsibilities Month-End Close & Financial Reporting - Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
- Lead assigned portions of the month-end and year-end close process
- Analyze financial results and investigate variances and unusual activity
- Maintain accurate balance sheet reconciliations and ensure timely resolution of reconciling items
- Assist with preparation of internal financial reporting packages and management analysis
General Accounting - Maintain the general ledger and ensure transactions are recorded accurately and in accordance with GAAP
- Compile weekly AP payment runs and manage vendor relationships.
- Support accounting for inventory, cost of goods sold, fixed assets, accruals, prepaid expenses, and intercompany activity
- Assist with retail sales reconciliations, cash reconciliations, and payment processor activity
- Review coding accuracy and help ensure consistency across departments, locations, and entities
- Support sales tax filings, 1099 reporting, and other compliance-related accounting activities
Compliance, Controls & Process Improvement - Help maintain accurate and audit-ready financial records within a highly regulated environment
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls
- Assist in developing and documenting accounting procedures and SOPs
- Support internal and external audit requests, regulatory reporting, and financial reviews
- Participate in implementation and optimization of accounting systems and reporting tools
Cross-Functional Collaboration - Partner with operations, inventory, procurement, marketing, HR/payroll, and other departments to resolve accounting issues and improve processes
- Communicate clearly with internal stakeholders and external vendors/partners
- Provide guidance and mentorship to staff accountants and accounting support personnel as needed
Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
- 4+ years of progressive accounting experience
- Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting fundamentals
- Experience with multi-entity accounting preferred
- Retail, inventory, manufacturing, distribution, or cannabis industry experience strongly preferred
- Advanced Excel skills required
- Experience with QuickBooks Online and/or ERP systems preferred
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Preferred Attributes - Self-starter with strong attention to detail
- Process-oriented mindset with a continuous improvement mentality
- Comfortable navigating ambiguity and adapting to change
- Collaborative team player with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in a regulated industry
Additional Information Illinois Pay Range
$90,000-$100,000 USD
