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Senior Accountant

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Chicago, IL, USA
90K-100K Annually
Senior level
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Chicago, IL, USA
90K-100K Annually
Senior level
The Senior Accountant will manage month-end close, financial reporting, maintain accurate records, ensure compliance, and mentor staff.
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ABOUT US 

Terrabis is a leading privately held cannabis company with a bold growth strategy. Operating across both wholesale and retail channels, we are committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences while expanding access to cannabis through innovation, technology, and operational excellence. Join us as we continue to build the future of cannabis retail. 

SUMMARY 

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Senior Accountant to support the accounting operations of a fast-growing, multi-entity cannabis organization. This role will play a key part in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end close, strengthening internal controls, and helping ensure compliance within a highly regulated industry. 

 

The ideal candidate is analytical, organized, adaptable, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment with evolving processes and regulations. This position requires strong technical accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to identify issues and drive solutions independently. 

 

Key Responsibilities 

 

Month-End Close & Financial Reporting 

  • Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules 
  • Lead assigned portions of the month-end and year-end close process 
  • Analyze financial results and investigate variances and unusual activity 
  • Maintain accurate balance sheet reconciliations and ensure timely resolution of reconciling items 
  • Assist with preparation of internal financial reporting packages and management analysis 

 

General Accounting 

  • Maintain the general ledger and ensure transactions are recorded accurately and in accordance with GAAP 
  • Compile weekly AP payment runs and manage vendor relationships.  
  • Support accounting for inventory, cost of goods sold, fixed assets, accruals, prepaid expenses, and intercompany activity 
  • Assist with retail sales reconciliations, cash reconciliations, and payment processor activity 
  • Review coding accuracy and help ensure consistency across departments, locations, and entities 
  • Support sales tax filings, 1099 reporting, and other compliance-related accounting activities 
  • AP invoice entry 

 

Compliance, Controls & Process Improvement 

  • Help maintain accurate and audit-ready financial records within a highly regulated environment 
  • Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls 
  • Assist in developing and documenting accounting procedures and SOPs 
  • Support internal and external audit requests, regulatory reporting, and financial reviews 
  • Participate in implementation and optimization of accounting systems and reporting tools 

 

Cross-Functional Collaboration 

  • Partner with operations, inventory, procurement, marketing, HR/payroll, and other departments to resolve accounting issues and improve processes 
  • Communicate clearly with internal stakeholders and external vendors/partners 
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to staff accountants and accounting support personnel as needed 

 

Qualifications 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required 
  • 4+ years of progressive accounting experience 
  • Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting fundamentals 
  • Experience with multi-entity accounting preferred 
  • Retail, inventory, manufacturing, distribution, or cannabis industry experience strongly preferred 
  • Advanced Excel skills required 
  • Experience with QuickBooks Online and/or ERP systems preferred 
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills 
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment 
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 

 

Preferred Attributes 

  • Self-starter with strong attention to detail 
  • Process-oriented mindset with a continuous improvement mentality 
  • Comfortable navigating ambiguity and adapting to change 
  • Collaborative team player with a strong sense of ownership and accountability 
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in a regulated industry 

Additional Information 

Terrabis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. 

Illinois Pay Range
$90,000$100,000 USD
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