Finance & Accounting Lead

Summary

Join HeadQuarters, a global start-up supporting US cannabis companies, as our Finance & Accounting Lead! Manage a finance and accounting team, ensuring accurate and efficient financial operations. Oversee customer accounts, handle financial requests, and maintain high service standards. Support financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting, while driving process improvements and mentoring team members. This role requires strong accounting principles understanding, leadership experience, and proficiency in accounting software. The position offers a competitive salary, performance-based incentives, and a fully remote work environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in accounting and financial management
• Previous experience in a leadership or supervisory role
• Strong proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle, SAGE, Acumatica)
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Keen interest in process improvement and automation
• Excellent accuracy and analytical thinking
• Effective time management and problem-solving abilities
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Advanced proficiency in English
• Proficiency in Excel and financial modeling

Responsibilities

• Oversee general accounting functions, including accounts payable/receivable, journal entries, and reconciliations
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with [US GAAP - 280E standards]
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting for both internal and external stakeholders
• Monitor financial performance and provide key insights and recommendations to leadership
• Lead the budgeting and forecasting process in collaboration with department heads
• Monitor budget variances and implement corrective actions as needed
• Develop financial models to support business planning and decision-making
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, tax laws, and audit requirements
• Coordinate with auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies
• Develop and enforce strong internal controls and financial policies
• Lead and mentor junior finance team members
• Collaborate with customer operations, HR, legal, and other departments
• Drive process improvement and efficiency initiatives within financial operations
• Provide support to management as needed
• Assist in streamlining accounting processes and improving operational efficiency

Preferred Qualifications

Professional certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CMA, or equivalent)

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
• Fully remote work environment
• Career growth opportunities in a rapidly expanding company
• A collaborative and supportive team culture