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botanicaSEATTLE is seeking a talented Controller to oversee day-to-day GAAP accounting, monthly internal reporting packages and tax accounting for a fast-growing, consumer product company in the cannabis space.

Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years of accounting experience, as well as up-to-date knowledge of all current financial and accounting conventions.

The ideal candidate will have prior experience with high volume wholesale/retail businesses and multiple-component COGS accounting for a complex product line.

Familiarity with modern accounting software and applications a plus.

The Controller will directly oversee the accounting department for three related entities.

Two entities are production facilities that are licensed I-502 processors making a variety of cannabis-infused products sold in recreational retail outlets across Washington and Oregon state.

While this industry has its own set of rules and regulations, core accounting principles still apply.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all accounting operations including Billing, A/R, A/P, GL, Inventory Accounting, Revenue Recognition, Account Reconciliations, and Payroll
• Complete monthly, quarterly and year-end close process and prepare timely financial statements following GAAP accounting across and between entities
• Analytical analysis of financial performance including cost accounting and margin analysis
• Manage in-process production accounting (WIP)
• Develop and document business workflows and accounting policies and procedures to maintain and strengthen internal controls to ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting
• Manage and comply with state and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings
• Continual improvement of workflow and automation (as appropriate) of financial systems and processes
• Maintain positive working relationships with customers while collecting receivables and with vendors while negotiating payment terms
• Other projects as assigned

Requirements:

• Must have minimum 5 years relevant experience
• CPA and public accounting preferred
• Experience in Cost Accounting, preferably in manufacturing or food production environment
• Knowledge of current GAAP accounting procedures
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills, independent work ethic, energetic, detail oriented, self-starter, problem solver, collaborative and pro-active communicator
• Ability to work independently and prioritize in an environment with ever-changing priorities
• Solid MS Office knowledge as well as working knowledge of Google Drive and related applications

If you are interested in applying, please send a resume and cover letter detailing your interest in the position. 

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