Who we are
Massachusetts Cannabis Research Laboratories (MCR Labs) is a rapidly growing, independent, and accredited cannabis testing and analytics laboratory. Founded in 2013, we became the first ISO accredited company in the New England area.
We are a team of researchers, analytical chemists, pharmaceutical scientists, technologists, and cannabis enthusiasts working to advance the medical and recreational cannabis industries by helping providers ensure the safety and effectiveness of their products.
We are committed to proving the best possible services to our clients, building relationships and supporting our community.
This is an exceptional career opportunity to join the team of a fast-paced company in a high-growth industry that could grow 700% by the year 2020.
Job Summary
MCR Labs is looking for an ambitious, hard-working, and self-directed FP&A/Accounting Manager to work closely with the CFO and to take over day-to-day management of Accounting, Financial Planning, and Analysis, and Procurement processes.
Primary Goal
Accounting/FP&A
1) Purchase to Pay (AP): ensure that our vendors are paid while keeping a close eye on our cash outflow.
2) Order to Cash (AR): Enter that all sales activity data is logged into our GL and that our customers are invoiced timely and accurately.
3) Record to Report (bookkeeping): Ensure all sales and expenses are properly recorded and reconciled during the month end close and that we can provide accurate financial statements to our stakeholders.
4) Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A): Ensure that we have sound financial forecasts, realistic budgets, an understanding of (and plans to mitigate the impact of) major cash outlays.
Job Tasks and Responsibilities Duties and Responsibilities:
Procurement:
Inventory management, including tracking usage of consumables, setting order schedules, determining order quantities based on usage and price breaks, tracking consumable expiration dates, etc.
Receiving orders and corresponding reconciliation (i.e. requested has to match ordered has to match received)
Maintaining records of goods ordered and received.
Locating vendors of materials, equipment or supplies, in order to determine product availability and terms of sales.
Preparing and processing purchase orders for supplies and equipment in compliance with company policy.
Communicating with vendors to place and track orders and negotiate pricing as needed.
Resolving vendor or contractor issues and claims. Preparing reports regarding inventory, shipping and receiving status, and item costs. Developing and maintaining vendor and service provider contracts and agreements
Accounting:
Preparing Monthly, Quarterly, and ad-hoc reporting.
Generate pro-forma financial statements.
Performs substantially all the month-end close process, including invoicing, bank reconciliations,
GL entries etc.
Enters Purchase Orders, corresponding invoices, and any other expense items into Quickbooks;
reconciles and corrects any anomalies for proper financial reporting. Ensures all appropriate records are electronically retained.
Execute payments to vendors through checks, wire, company card.
Provides financial insights and recommendations of issues or concerns currently or potentially
affecting the organization
Coordinates bank deposits, performs weekly deposit reconciliation, tracks company liquidity.
Generating customer invoices and statements as required.
Coordinate with external CPA firm as required.
About You
Education and Experience
BA/BS degree and five (5) years+ of progressive financial or accounting experience
Ability to assert own ideas, enjoy the challenge and has courage to speak up and take action
Strong computer skills and experience in inventory computer systems and Microsoft office.
Advanced proficiency with Excel preferred, high proficiency required.
Quickbooks experience preferred but not required.
Knowledge of contracting/purchasing concepts and approaches
Must be highly organized and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Deadline-driven, organized and detail-oriented
Must be comfortable working, and negotiating, with vendors
Trustworthy with keen attention to detail in helping to manage and maintain databases
Self-directed and willing to jump in and assist coworkers as needed
Willing and able to pass background check
Willingness to work and learn
Ability to adapt and learn quickly
Desire to learn about product and industry
If you are energetic, willing to work, motivated, and open-minded individual that is receptive to coaching and professional development and providing that same coaching and development to others and interested in joining the front lines of this growing industry submit your resume and cover letter today!
Do you have what it takes to be a part of an industry leading cannabis testing company?
Come join the Green Rush!
Job Type: Full-time
Job Location: Framingham, MA 01701 Required education: Bachelor's
Additional Requirements: Must be able to pass background check
Job Type: Full-time
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