Controller (Cannabis Field)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Controller to join our growing cannabis company based in Anaheim CA. This is a full-time hybrid position responsible for overseeing accounting operations financial reporting compliance budgeting cash flow management and internal controls across multiple business functions.

The ideal candidate is hands-on highly analytical and comfortable operating in a fast-paced highly regulated cannabis environment. This individual will play a key leadership role in helping scale financial infrastructure and support executive decision-making.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee all accounting operations including AP AR payroll reconciliations and general ledger
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes
• Prepare financial statements forecasts and executive reporting packages
• Manage budgeting cash flow forecasting and financial planning
• Ensure compliance with GAAP standards and cannabis-specific financial regulations
• Oversee cannabis tax compliance including 280E and state/local tax requirements
• Maintain accurate inventory accounting and cost accounting processes
• Coordinate audits and work closely with external CPA firms and tax advisors
• Develop and improve SOPs accounting workflows and internal controls
• Support ERP/accounting system implementation and optimization initiatives
• Partner with leadership on strategic planning and operational analysis
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff as the organization grows
• Assist with METRC reconciliation and compliance reporting

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field
• CPA preferred
• 5 years of Controller or senior accounting leadership experience
• Cannabis industry experience strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of inventory accounting manufacturing and distribution finance
• Experience with QuickBooks NetSuite Sage or ERP systems
• Understanding of cannabis compliance and 280E tax structure preferred
• Advanced Excel and financial reporting skills
• Strong organizational communication and leadership abilities

Compensation:

• Full-time hybrid schedule
• Based in Anaheim CA
• Salary range: $100000 $150000 DOE
• Bonus potential available
• Opportunity to join a rapidly growing cannabis company with long-term growth potentia
• Due to industry requirements candidates must be 21 years or older.
• Applicants must provide valid documentation verifying their authorization to work in the U.S.

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