Cannabis Outsourced Accounting Manager

About the role

The Outsourced Accounting Manager oversees and works together with staff and senior team members to service clients specifically in the cannabis industry. This role is hybrid-based and seeks candidates with a proven track record in problem-solving, dedication, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor a team of professionals; assign work, review deliverables, and support development through coaching and feedback
• Oversee accounts payable workflows, including review/approval of vendor and contractor payments and maintenance of appropriate supporting documentation
• Review and approve payroll processing and related filings in collaboration with client HR/payroll providers
• Lead the month-end close process, including reviewing proposed journal entries, ensuring timely reconciliations, and maintaining an accurate general ledger
• Review and approve all proposed journal entries (e.g., revenue, payroll, accruals, reclasses) and confirm appropriate supporting details
• Review balance sheet reconciliations and resolve variances, including cash, AR, prepaid, fixed assets, accruals, and other key accounts
• Support budgeting, cash flow forecasting, and performance analytics; help clients translate results into actionable operational decisions
• Partner with client leadership (owners, administrators, controllers, practice managers) as the day-to-day point of contact; proactively communicate status, risks, and recommendations
• Cover external reviews and annual financial statement audits; manage auditor requests and support timely issuance of deliverables
• Evaluate and strengthen internal controls; streamline close and reporting processes; help implement best practices across AP, AR, payroll, and general ledger activities

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required
• CPA preferred and/or MBA equivalent
• 5–7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership and review responsibilities
• Demonstrated client service experience (outsourced accounting, advisory, public accounting, or consulting) with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present financial results and recommendations to non-finance stakeholders
• Demonstrated expertise in any ERP/accounting system/other tech platform (i.e. NetSuite, Intacct, QBO, SAP, Oracle, R365)
• Strong proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, lookups, and data validation), data mapping, integration, and automation
• Experience working with clients in the cannabis industry with an understanding of accounting reporting preferred
• Strong knowledge of month-end close, GAAP-based financial statements, account reconciliations, and internal controls; continuous-improvement mindset
• Proven ability to lead teams, collaborate cross-functionally, and build trusted relationships with clients and internal stakeholders
• Involvement in their community and desire to “give back”

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in accounting or finance preferred
• Experience in the cannabis industry preferred
• Experience with financial modeling and analysis
• Experience with regulatory compliance in the cannabis industry

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits

The compensation for this position ranges from $125,000-145,000. In addition to the base compensation, Withum offers a competitive benefits package and bonus program (for eligible roles) based on individual and firm performance. Final offer amounts are based on multiple factors such as the specific role, hiring location, as well as the individual’s skills, experience and qualifications. For additional information on our benefits, visit our website at https://www.withum.com/careers/.

Pay

The compensation for this position ranges from $125,000-145,000.

Schedule

This role is hybrid-based.