Staff Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are a continually growing, Michigan-based Cannabis company looking to add a detail oriented, finance savvy, and organized Staff Accountant to our growing and dynamic accounting team! The Staff Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring timely processing of payables/receivables, reconciliations, and routine financial reporting. This role reports to and supports the Controller by keeping financial data organized, accurate, and audit-ready.

What You’ll Do

• Record and classify financial transactions in the accounting system (e.g., bills, deposits, expenses, journal entries).
• Manage accounts payable (AP): process vendor invoices, match POs/receipts (if applicable), and code expenses.
• Manage accounts receivable (AR): generate invoices, post customer payments, track aging, and follow up on overdue accounts.
• Perform bank, credit card, and loan reconciliations on a regular schedule; investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger and inventory accounts; ensuring transactions are properly supported and documented.
• Support month‑end close: prepare reports, schedules, and documentation for leadership and/or external accountants.
• Maintain organized financial records (digital and physical) for audits, tax prep, and internal review.
• Assist with payroll support tasks as assigned (e.g., timesheet review, deductions support, reporting) while maintaining confidentiality.
• Track and report key metrics as needed (cash position, AP/AR status, budget vs actual summaries).
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies; identify process improvements to reduce errors and increase efficiency.
• Communicate with vendors/customers professionally to resolve billing and payment questions.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support business needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required;
  Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance/Business preferred.
• 2–5+ years of bookkeeping/accounting support experience (or equivalent).
• Working knowledge of AP/AR, reconciliations, and general ledger fundamentals.
• Proficiency with accounting software, including Quick Books and Excel/Google Sheets.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines with minimal supervision.
• High integrity with demonstrated ability to handle confidential information.
• Experience with multi‑entity companies is highly preferred!
• Experience with accounting in the cannabis industry is a plus, but not a requirement.
• Accuracy, organization, and follow‑through.
• Strong financial and reconciliation skill.
• Clear written and verbal communication.
• Problem solving and process improvement mindset.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.