Job Description
Position: US Accountant Cannabis Industry
Location: Remote / Offshore (India) or Onsite (US)
Experience: 37 Years
Qualification: CPA / CPA Candidate Preferred
Industry: Cannabis / Marijuana / Regulated Retail
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced US Accountant with CPA expertise to manage accounting, compliance, and financial reporting for clients operating in the Cannabis industry. The ideal candidate should have strong knowledge of US GAAP, IRS regulations, and cannabis-specific tax rules such as 280E.
Key ResponsibilitiesAccounting & Bookkeeping
- Manage full-cycle accounting including AP, AR, payroll, and bank reconciliations
- Maintain general ledger and month-end close processes
- Prepare financial statements in accordance with US GAAP
Cannabis Industry Compliance
- Ensure compliance with IRS Section 280E tax regulations
- Track cost of goods sold (COGS) vs non-deductible expenses
- Work with cannabis-specific POS/accounting tools (e.g., Dutchie, Flowhub, MJ Freeway, QuickBooks)
Tax & Regulatory
- Assist with federal and state tax filings for cannabis businesses
- Prepare tax provisions and workpapers
- Coordinate with CPA firms and tax advisors for filings and audits
Financial Reporting
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
- Create budget vs actual analysis
- Develop financial insights for management decision making
Audit & Compliance
- Support financial audits and regulatory audits
- Maintain documentation required for state cannabis compliance
Required Skills
- Strong knowledge of US GAAP and US accounting practices
- Experience with QuickBooks Online / NetSuite
- Understanding of IRS Section 280E
- Advanced Excel / Financial modeling
- Knowledge of inventory accounting
Preferred Qualifications
- CPA license or CPA candidate
- Experience working with cannabis dispensaries, cultivators, or manufacturers
- Experience with multi-state cannabis operations
- Familiarity with seed-to-sale tracking systems
Soft Skills
- Strong analytical ability
- Attention to compliance and regulatory detail
- Ability to work with US clients in different time zones
- Excellent communication and documentation skills
