Finance and Accounting Associate

Summary

Join HeadQuarters, a global start-up partnering with US cannabis companies, as a Finance & Accounting Associate. You will support the daily financial operations of our cannabis clients, contributing to financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting. This role requires strong accounting skills, attention to detail, and excellent time management. The position offers a fully remote work environment, internal learning and development support, salary increase opportunities based on performance, and professional growth within the expanding cannabis industry.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• Minimum of 1 years of experience in an accounting or finance-related role
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Advanced English level

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing journal entries and posting them to the general ledger
• Reconcile accounts, including bank accounts, credit cards, and balance sheet accounts
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing procedures
• Process invoices and ensure accurate coding for expenses
• Prepare and maintain accounts payable and receivable ledgers
• Assist with vendor and client invoicing and payment processing
• Assist in preparing financial statements and reports (balance sheet, income statement, cash flow)
• Analyze financial data and generate reports for management
• Prepare internal and external reports
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies, internal controls, and financial regulations
• Maintain accurate and organized financial documentation for audit purposes
• Assist with external audits and ensure timely completion of audit schedules
• Provide support to senior finance staff as needed
• Help streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks)
• Interest in process improvement and automation

Benefits

• Fully remote position
• Internal Learning and Development Advisor / Consultant to support your growth
• Salary increase opportunities based on performance
• Opportunities for professional growth; working with the largest companies in the expanding cannabis industry ($10M+ monthly revenues)