Accountant
Atlantic Cultivation - 2 Jobs
St. John's, NL
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About Atlantic Cultivation & Atlantic Cannabis (ACL)
Atlantic Cultivation (ACL) is a locally owned and operated Canadian cannabis company with both a state-of-the-art production facility and a growing network of retail locations. Those retail locations are known as Atlantic Cannabis, and you'll find them nestled around some pretty beautiful places on the island portion of NL.
Everything we do at ACL is grounded in our core values: Quality, Community, and Fun.
We're not just looking for someone to "close the books" - we're looking for an accountant who enjoys being part of the team, takes pride in their work, and likes helping the business run smoothly behind the scenes.
The Role - Accountant
The successful candidate will be a key member of the team and participate actively in both the financial and operational functions of the business. Reporting to the Controller, the Accountant will be responsible for administering the day-to-day operations of the Finance Department and will provide input on the company's accounting functions, including establishing and maintaining accounting principles, practices, and procedures as well as assisting in the preparation of budgets and monthly financial statements.
The below list is not an exhaustive list of duties. As we are a new and growing company, the needs of the business are ever-changing and the successful candidate will be expected to adapt to changing responsibilities, within a reasonable scope of work.
- Administer the accounting operations, including the recording of journal entries, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and banking.
- Establish and monitor internal controls to ensure that accounting activities are in accordance with established legal, regulatory and company policies and procedures.
- Assist in the budgeting and forecasting process and track monthly performance.
- Assist with accurate inventory and costing records.
- Assist in the preparation of monthly financial statements.
- Assist with ensuring compliance with Provincial & Federal Government reporting requirements & tax filings, including Excise Tax.
- Coordinate the annual provision of information to the Company's auditors.
- With input from the Controller, responsible for the formulation of accounting policies, procedures and controls.
- Other related duties and required or assigned.
Key Qualifications & Abilities
Qualifications
- Completion of post secondary education in a finance discipline
- A minimum of 3 years of progressive relevant experience
- Experience working with a controlled substance industry such as cannabis, tobacco or alcohol is a strong asset.
- Experience and knowledge of all aspects of financial management including budget preparation.
Abilities
- Great communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proven leadership skills; driven to support other team members' growth and development.
- Good problem-solving skills and the ability to make the necessary decisions to move forward the work at hand.
- Ability to work cohesively with organizational senior management and within the finance department.
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize work assignments through effective planning abilities.
- Exceptionally well organized with a strong attention to detail.
- Able to take accountability for work assignments and demonstrate a high level of dependability.
- A results' orientated performer with a strong desire to learn and grow.
Job Specifics
- Normal hours are Mon to Fri, 830-430. Occasional OT may be required to complete priority work tasks.
- Incumbent must be able to report for work at our facility located on Captain Prim Drive in St. John's.
- Must be able to clear a Criminal Record Check.
We offer competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package including full Health & Dental, Employee & Family Assistance Program, RRSP matching program, and on-site fitness facility.
Our culture is fun and laid back, and the dress is casual. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We foster a safe and respectful work environment and strive to ensure our employees are representing that back into their communities.
This opportunity is only available to candidates legally entitled to work in Canada. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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