Accounting Manager

Position Summary

The Accounting Manager is the senior financial leader responsible for the integrity, accuracy, and compliance of all financial operations within a Retail Cannabis operation. Reporting directly to the President, this role oversees all accounting functions, financial reporting, internal controls, cash management, and cannabis industry-specific compliance requirements, including IRC Section 280E.

Operating with a high degree of technical expertise and collaborative spirit, the Accounting Manager supports the President, the Board of Directors, and the ESOP trustee. This role is a focused financial leadership position without supervisory authority over non‑finance functions, HR, operations, or executive advisory responsibilities outside of the finance department.

• Oversee day-to-day accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger, and bank reconciliations.
• Prepare timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Present scheduled financial reports to the President and Board of Directors.
• Manage cash flow planning and forecasting to ensure adequate operational liquidity.
• Lead the annual budgeting process alongside the President and department leaders.
• Monitor budget-versus-actual performance and provide variance analysis.

• Ensure full compliance with IRC Section 280E application to retail operations.
• Coordinate with external tax advisors for timely federal, state, and local filings.
• Maintain current knowledge of Massachusetts cannabis tax regulations.
• Align financial practices with Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission (CCC) requirements.

• Coordinate with the ESOP trustee and plan administrator for required financial reporting.
• Maintain and provide comprehensive financial records for annual ESOP valuations.
• Support the annual ESOP audit process by preparing required documentation.
• Align financial practices with ESOP plan requirements and fiduciary standards.

• Design, implement, and monitor robust internal controls to safeguard company assets.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors during annual audits.
• Identify financial risks and recommend corrective actions to the President.
• Retain financial documentation according to federal, state, and cannabis regulatory requirements.

• Manage relationships with banking institutions, insurance carriers, and financial vendors.
• Oversee procurement and renewal of company insurance policies with the President.
• Negotiate payment terms and manage vendor accounts to optimize cash flow.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience, with 2+ years in leadership.
• Quick Books Mastery:
  Advanced hands‑on experience managing complex ledgers within Quick Books.
• Advanced Excel
  
  Skills:
  
  High proficiency building financial models, pivot tables, and VLOOKUPs.
• Tech‑Savvy Mindset:
  Demonstrated ability to learn, integrate, and troubleshoot modern retail software, METRC, and digital workflows quickly.
• Technical Compliance:
  Proven knowledge of GAAP, audit management, and financial statement preparation.
• Communication:
  Strong ability to present financial data clearly to non‑financial stakeholders.

• CPA designation or active pursuit of CPA licensure.
• Experience in the cannabis, retail, or highly regulated industry environment.
• Familiarity with IRC Section 280E application in cannabis operations.
• Experience supporting ESOP plan administration and annual valuations.
• Knowledge of Massachusetts CCC financial reporting and compliance requirements.