Senior Accountant

ABOUT US

Terrabis is a leading privately held cannabis company with a bold growth strategy. Operating across both wholesale and retail channels, we are committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences while expanding access to cannabis through innovation, technology, and operational excellence. Join us as we continue to build the future of cannabis retail.

SUMMARY

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Senior Accountant to support the accounting operations of a fast-growing, multi-entity cannabis organization. This role will play a key part in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end close, strengthening internal controls, and helping ensure compliance within a highly regulated industry.

The ideal candidate is analytical, organized, adaptable, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment with evolving processes and regulations. This position requires strong technical accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to identify issues and drive solutions independently.

Key Responsibilities

Month-End Close & Financial Reporting

Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules

Lead assigned portions of the month-end and year-end close process

Analyze financial results and investigate variances and unusual activity

Maintain accurate balance sheet reconciliations and ensure timely resolution of reconciling items

Assist with preparation of internal financial reporting packages and management analysis

General Accounting

Maintain the general ledger and ensure transactions are recorded accurately and in accordance with GAAP

Compile weekly AP payment runs and manage vendor relationships.

Support accounting for inventory, cost of goods sold, fixed assets, accruals, prepaid expenses, and intercompany activity

Assist with retail sales reconciliations, cash reconciliations, and payment processor activity

Review coding accuracy and help ensure consistency across departments, locations, and entities

Support sales tax filings, 1099 reporting, and other compliance-related accounting activities

AP invoice entry

Compliance, Controls & Process Improvement

Help maintain accurate and audit-ready financial records within a highly regulated environment

Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls

Assist in developing and documenting accounting procedures and SOPs

Support internal and external audit requests, regulatory reporting, and financial reviews

Participate in implementation and optimization of accounting systems and reporting tools

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with operations, inventory, procurement, marketing, HR/payroll, and other departments to resolve accounting issues and improve processes

Communicate clearly with internal stakeholders and external vendors/partners

Provide guidance and mentorship to staff accountants and accounting support personnel as needed

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required

4+ years of progressive accounting experience

Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting fundamentals

Experience with multi-entity accounting preferred

Retail, inventory, manufacturing, distribution, or cannabis industry experience strongly preferred

Advanced Excel skills required

Experience with QuickBooks Online and/or ERP systems preferred

Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred Attributes

Self-starter with strong attention to detail

Process-oriented mindset with a continuous improvement mentality

Comfortable navigating ambiguity and adapting to change

Collaborative team player with a strong sense of ownership and accountability

Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in a regulated industry

Additional Information

Terrabis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. Illinois Pay Range $90,000 — $100,000 USD