Senior Accountant

Company Overview
At Glass Meadows, Inc. our goal is to cultivate the highest quality cannabis products that provide safe, effective, and consistent experiences for our customers. We are committed to sustainable and responsible cultivation and manufacturing practices, utilizing the latest technology and innovation to produce premium cannabis while minimizing environmental impact. We are a young company that is setting our roots in Newton, New Jersey and are looking for high quality individuals looking to be on the ground floor of this growing business and industry.
We are currently seeking a seasoned accounting professional to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have experience in financial oversight and strong accounting principles, with cannabis industry experience seen as a strong fit. As our Senior Accountant, you will play a pivotal role in establishing robust accounting systems that support our rapid growth and ensure compliance with industry standards.
Role Summary
The Senior Accountant plays a key role in the execution, accuracy, and integrity of the company’s financial operations. This position supports strategic financial planning, ensures compliance with accounting standards, and strengthens internal controls as the organization continues its rapid growth.
Key Responsibilities

• Operational Responsibility: Manage daily accounting functions including Billing, A/R, A/P, General Ledger, Cost Accounting, Inventory Accounting, and Revenue Recognition. Create a template for Bill of Materials for cost accounting and margin visibility at the product level. Ensure timely posting of journal entries and maintain accurate reconciliations of key balance sheet accounts.
• Financial Reporting & Compliance: Assist in preparing and publishing timely monthly financial statements. Support the preparation of regulatory reports and ensure adherence to required reporting cycles. Oversee Municipality and Social Equity Excise Fee (SEEF) tax reporting requirements. Ensure compliance with GAAP and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations governing financial and tax reporting.
• Internal Controls: Maintain quality control over all financial transactions and reporting outputs. Assist in developing and documenting accounting policies and business processes to enhance internal controls. Ensure accurate accounting for raw materials, WIP, and finished goods inventory, including appropriate cost and quantity tracking.
• Cross-Departmental Coordination: Partner with cross-functional teams to support company initiatives and ensure financial alignment with organizational goals.
• Performance Monitoring: Continuously evaluate and improve accounting processes to enhance department efficiency and effectiveness. 
• Reporting and Communication: Assist with preparation of regular and comprehensive reports on financial status, challenges, and progress to senior management. 
• Industry Awareness: Monitor industry trends and regulatory updates to maintain competitive and compliant financial practices. 
• Industry Knowledge: Maintain working knowledge of cannabis-specific accounting considerations including tax implications, inventory tracing, and cash flow complexities. Demonstrate solid understanding of manufacturing workflows, standard costing, and bill of materials structures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
• Minimum 3+ years of progressive accounting experience; prior senior-level accounting responsibilities preferred; regulated cannabis industry accounting experience is a strong plus.
• Thorough knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and general ledger operations.
• Experience preparing financial statements and supporting month-end close cycles.
• Strong QuickBooks skills required; advanced Microsoft Excel skills preferred.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication skills and leadership capability.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and highly regulated environment.

Expectations

• Demonstrate an entrepreneurial mindset with high energy and adaptability within a rapidly expanding startup.
• Stay current on financial regulations, industry best practices, and municipality-specific tax rules.
• Uphold the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and respect.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the finance department.
• Maintain a proactive, solutions-oriented approach to challenges and team management.
• Exhibit a positive attitude while encouraging constructive feedback and healthy collaboration.
• Ability to travel occasionally as needed, with flexibility for hybrid work arrangements.
• Willingness to undergo background checks, fingerprinting and able to obtain ID badging clearance per New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission (NJ CRC) terms. 

Benefits
Health Insurance, 401K, Holidays & Paid Time Off (PTO)
Equal Employment                                                                                                                              
Glass Meadows Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected classification. Equal employment opportunity includes, but is not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, demotion, transfer, leaves of absence, and termination. Glass Meadows Inc. takes allegations of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation seriously, and will promptly investigate when such behavior is reported.
Salary range:  $80k - $90k/year