Senior Accountant

Cresco Labs is one of the largest public, vertically integrated, multistate operators in the cannabis industry. Our portfolio of in-house cultivated and manufactured brands features some of the highest quality, most awarded and most popular cannabis products in America. With dozens of locations nationwide, our owned and operated Sunnyside® dispensaries provide a welcoming, positive, judgement-free place to shop for anyone at any point on their cannabis journey. 
 
Founded in 2013, Cresco Labs’ mission is to normalize and professionalize cannabis through our passionate employees. As stewards of the cannabis industry, our teams are constantly focused on supporting the needs of our fellow colleagues, consumers, customers, and communities alike. With a focus on Social Equity and Educational Development, our SEEDTM initiative ensures that our company reflects the communities in which we serve, ensuring equal opportunity for all to have the knowledge and resources to work in and own businesses in cannabis. 
 
At Cresco Labs, we aim to revolutionize and lead the nation’s cannabis industry with a focus on quality and consistency of product, and to bring legitimacy to the industry with the highest level of integrity and professionalism. 
 
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At Cresco, we aim to lead the nation’s cannabis industry with a focus on regulatory compliance, product consistency, and customer satisfaction. Our operations bring legitimacy to the cannabis industry by acting with the highest level of integrity, strictly adhering to regulations, and promoting the clinical efficacy of cannabis. As Cresco grows, we will operate with the same level of professionalism and precision in each new market we move in to.

JOB SUMMARY

Cresco Labs is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our corporate controllership team in Chicago, IL. The Senior Accountant will report to the Accounting Senior Manager and will be responsible for assisting in reporting and reconciliation of accounting processes and managing the general ledger close for certain company divisions. This will include preparing monthly and quarterly key schedules used for accounting, audit, tax, and both internal and external reporting. This individual will analyze financial statements to find and resolve any discrepancies. Our ideal candidate must be a self-starter who is highly organized with great attention to detail, who thrives in a fast-paced environment

CORE JOB DUTIES 

• Key contributor to the monthly general ledger close and reporting process; responsible for the Company’s respective regional P&L and balance sheet, including review and preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, and other accounting areas as assigned
•  Assist in leading and mentoring staff accountants to complete assigned tasks in accordance with close deadlines
• Prepare schedules used for accounting, management reporting, external reporting, audit, and tax purposes on an ongoing basis
• Prepare variance analysis and other reporting for senior management
• Support the year-end financial audit and tax preparation process with external auditors
• Assist with process improvements for accounting, including refinement and automation of close processes and reporting
• Develop and document busito maintain and strengthen internal controls
• Work cross functionally with all company departments including operations, finance (tax, FP&A, investor relations), sales, marketing, legal, compliance, and HR
• Work directly with operational and site teams on special projects and initiatives related to accounting and reporting
• Implement accounting policies and procedures as company expands in to new and established markets
• Contribute to implementation

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SKILLS  

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Business with Accounting concentration
• 3+ years accounting experience (public accounting or public company corporate accounting strongly preferred) 
• CPA preferred  
• Strong interpersonal skills and consistent follow through on assigned tasks 
• Experience with financial systems and ERP systems (Sage Intacct preferred) with knowledge of data structure and reporting requirements 
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel (including pivot tables and V-lookup functions) and MS Office required  
• Enjoys working in a start-up, fast-paced environment 
• Ability to work independently in a highly organized manner and demonstrate sound judgement 

BENEFITS

Cresco Labs is proud to offer eligible employees a robust offering of benefits including, major medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(K)-match program, FSA/HSA programs, LTD/STD options, life insurance and AD&D.  We also offer eligible employees paid holidays and paid time off.  Other rewards may include annual discretionary bonuses, stock options as well as participation in our employee discount program. Benefits eligibility for permanent positions may vary by full-time or part-time roles, location, or position.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be 21 years of age or older to apply
• Must comply with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry 

Cresco Labs is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all applicants will be considered without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.