Senior Cost Accounting Analyst

Location: Chelmsford,Massachusetts,United States

Reports to: Cost Accounting Manager

Position Overview:

The Cannabist Company, one of the leading multi-state operators of medicinal and adult use cannabis in the US is seeking a Senior Cost Accounting Analyst. This individual will interact daily with our corporate finance and accounting teams. The Cost Accounting Analyst will also directly interface with operational management who operate our network of cultivation facilities, manufacturing sites and dispensaries in multiple US markets (states) in order to drive operational efficiencies. The ideal candidate has a public accounting foundation followed by cost accounting and US GAAP experience in a manufacturing environment.  

Major Areas of Responsibility include:

• Participate in month-end accounting close, preparing journal entries for inventory and cost of goods sold.
• Prepare general ledger reconciliations for all inventory accounts.
• Contribute to the preparation of quarterly standard cost modeling and monthly KPI’s related to Inventory and Gross Margin.
• Understand production-related variances within the financials and communicate and assist management in identifying and resolving issues.
• Analyze and review data from inventory systems to support accurate cost and inventory reporting.
• Provide support for year-end audit and other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (Skills, Knowledge & Abilities):

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• MBA/MSA and/or Professional certification (CPA/CMA) is a plus, but not required for this role
• 3-5 years of experience in Accounting, preferably cost accounting experience in similar processing/manufacturing industry. Cannabis experience is a plus.
• Must have excellent analytical, communication and organizational skills with a natural attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and generate results in a deadline-driven, fast-paced environment.
• High degree of professionalism and integrity with the ability to effectively collaborate as an individual contributor in a team environment.
• Solid Excel skills and experience using Intacct or other Sage products is a strong plus.
• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn but confident enough to propose new ideas.
• Applicants must be at least 21 years of age.

Travel %: 0-10

FLSA status: Non-Exempt

Pay: $70K - $95K + Bonus & Benefits

About Columbia Care Inc.:

The Cannabist Company, formerly known as Columbia Care, is one of the most experienced cultivators, manufacturers and providers of cannabis products and related services, with licenses in 14 U.S. jurisdictions. The Company operates 91 facilities including 71 dispensaries and 20 cultivation and manufacturing facilities, including those under development. Columbia Care, now The Cannabist Company, is one of the original multi-state providers of cannabis in the U.S. and now delivers industry-leading products and services to both the medical and adult-use markets. In 2021, the Company launched Cannabist, its retail brand, creating a national dispensary network that leverages proprietary technology platforms. The company offers products spanning flower, edibles, oils and tablets, and manufactures popular brands including Seed & Strain, Triple Seven, Hedy, gLeaf, Classix, Press, and Amber. For more information, please visit www.cannabistcompany.com.

Recognized for its comprehensive benefits, ongoing training opportunities and commitment to diversity and equity inclusion both internally and with external vendors, The Cannabist Company has earned a spot on mg Magazine’s America’s Top Cannabis Industry Employers list.

The Cannabist Company provides full-time employees with an excellent benefits and compensation package including but not limited to competitive wages, paid holidays, vacation and sick time, 401K with company match, multiple health plan choices, dental, vision, pet and life insurances, 100% paid short-term disability, optional long-term disability insurance and more.

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