Controller

Description:
At Harvest, we are in the business of improving people’s lives. We bring our purpose to life by creating life-enhancing experiences in the communities we serve, navigating our business lines with excellence, and dedicating ourselves to shaping the future of cannabis as a leading healthcare solution. As a team that connects, enlightens, and empowers, Harvest is looking for people who are inspired by our vision and wish to grow with us as we continue our national expansion. If you too would like to improve people’s lives, we’d like to learn more about you.

WHY HARVEST
The Harvest Way is defined by our people. We are committed to our values and have created a culture of trust, but we also remember to have fun. Here are a few more reasons why Harvest is a great place to be:

• Competitive pay
• Attractive insurance benefits and options
• Paid time off
• Professional development and workplace happiness initiatives

We believe in building a diverse team, and we strive to make our company a welcoming space where everyone can make an impact on Harvest’s success. We encourage talented people from all backgrounds to join us.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES *

• Coordinate and direct the financial planning, budgeting, procurement, or investment activities of all or part of the organization.
• Supervise employees performing financial reporting, accounting, billing, collections, payroll, and budgeting duties; prepare forms and manuals for accounting and bookkeeping personnel and direct their work activities; monitor and evaluate the performance of accounting and other financial staff, recommending and implementing personnel actions, and collaborating accordingly with HR.
• Develop internal control policies, guidelines, and procedures for activities such as budget administration, cash and credit management, and accounting.
• Prepare or direct preparation of financial statements, business activity reports, financial position forecasts, annual budgets, or reports required by regulatory agencies.
• Provide direction and assistance to other organizational units regarding accounting and budgeting policies and procedures and efficient control and utilization of financial resources.
• Analyze the financial details of past, present, and expected operations to identify development opportunities and areas where improvement is needed.
• Report to executive leadership and management regarding the finances of the organization; advise management on short-term and long-term financial objectives, policies, and actions.
• Monitor financial activities and details, such as cash flow and reserve levels.
• Coordinate audits of company accounts and financial transactions to ensure compliance with state and federal requirements and statutes.
• Analyze financial information and prepare financial reports to determine and maintain record of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liability, and other financial activities of the organization.
• Prepare, examine, or analyze accounting records, financial statements, or other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.
• Compliance responsibilities to include compliance with regulatory provisions; coordinate annual external audit; monitor debt levels and compliance with debt covenants; ensure compliance with local, state and federal reporting requirements and tax filings.
• Establish tables of accounts and assign entries to proper accounts.
• Develop, implement, modify, and document recordkeeping and accounting systems, making use of current computer technology.
• Responsible for activities in areas such as accounts payable/receivable, invoicing, record keeping, data entry, and collection activities for the organization.
• Compute taxes owed and prepare tax returns, ensuring compliance with payment, reporting, or other tax requirements.
• Develop, maintain, and analyze budgets, preparing periodic reports that compare budgeted costs to actual costs.
• Analyze business operations, trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations to project future revenues and expenses or to provide advice.
• Advise management about issues such as resource utilization, tax strategies, and the assumptions underlying budget forecasts.
• Survey operations to ascertain accounting needs and to recommend, develop, or maintain solutions to business and financial problems.
• Any other related duties or responsibilities as assigned by Harvest executives and management.

Requirements:
QUALIFICATIONS *

• 10+ years of progressively responsible experience in a similar role.
• 5+ years of experience as a Controller or similar management position.
• Expertise in cost accounting.
• Financial analysis experience is a plus.
• CPA or CMA is a plus.
• Retail or manufacturing industry experience is a plus.
• QuickBooks experience is a plus; experience with various accounting software and financial analysis software systems.
• Good interpersonal skills and proven ability to positively influence people; must be capable of effectively interacting at all levels in the organization.
• Detail oriented with an eye on process optimization.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, to manage high stress situations, and to be flexible and adaptable when a situation requires it.
• Excellent communication skills and leadership both verbally and through written media
• Must be able to handle constructive criticism and guidance and offer the same to others in the department.
• Ability to articulate job goals in a manner they’re completed effectively the first time.
• If necessary, ability to work 7 days per week and to be flexible with schedule.

EDUCATION *

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or business administration is required.
• The above requirements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, and this job description may be amended at any time. Required experience, training, or educational requirements shall be as indicated or as deemed acceptable by Harvest management.