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Senior Accountant

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listing for: Terrabis
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-18
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Financial Reporting, Accounting Manager, Senior Accountant, Tax Accountant
  • Finance & Banking
    Financial Reporting, Accounting Manager, Tax Accountant
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 90000 - 100000 USD Yearly USD 90000.00 100000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

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 inter‑company 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 Quick Books 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

Terrabis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics.

$90,000 - $100,000 USD

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Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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