Cost Accountant II - job 1 of 6

As a Cost Accountant II at Curaleaf, your key responsibilities will include performing comprehensive cost analysis, managing month-end closing, and leading variance analysis. You'll closely collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure precise costing and accurate financial reporting which supports strategic decision-making across the organization.

To be considered for the Cost Accountant II position at Curaleaf, candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and at least two years of experience in cost accounting, especially within a manufacturing setting. Strong Excel skills and proficiency in managing and analyzing large datasets are crucial for this role.

Curaleaf places a strong emphasis on career growth opportunities for its employees. In the Cost Accountant II role, you will have access to mentoring and professional development programs, which can include extended learning opportunities and support for obtaining relevant certifications, such as CPA or CMA.

Curaleaf offers a vibrant, fast-paced work environment that encourages innovation and teamwork. As a Cost Accountant II, you'll operate in a start-up atmosphere where your contributions directly influence the company’s financial success and operational efficiency.

Yes, the Cost Accountant II position at Curaleaf requires up to 30% travel for activities such as inventory audits, team meetings, and ERP implementations. This travel is essential to ensure accurate financial management and collaboration with cross-functional teams at different sites.

When answering this question, provide specific examples of cost analysis projects you've worked on in manufacturing settings. Highlight your role in those projects, the methodologies you applied, and any improvements that resulted from your analysis.

Discuss your systematic approach to checking data and ensuring thoroughness in your reports. Explain any software or analytical tools you use and emphasize the importance of double-checking figures and working collaboratively with other teams for accuracy.

Mention the tools you are adept at, highlighting any spreadsheet software like Excel, as well as ERP systems you have used. Explain how these tools have assisted you in managing large datasets for financial reports.

Provide a detailed response describing your process for conducting variance analysis. Include how you identify, research, and report variances, and how you communicate findings to affected departments to facilitate corrective actions.

Your answer should illustrate your ability to engage with diverse teams. Share experiences where you successfully collaborated with manufacturing, supply chain, or other operational teams to achieve financial goals.

Share a specific instance where you encountered challenges in a cost accounting project. Discuss how you overcame those challenges, the strategies you employed, and the successful outcome.

Talk about any hands-on experience you have with ERP systems. Outline your involvement in the implementation process, your role in troubleshooting issues, and how you contributed to a successful rollout.

Explain your methods for continual learning, whether through professional associations, online courses, webinars, or reading industry publications. Highlight the importance of keeping your knowledge current in the evolving field of accounting.

Detail your time management strategies and how you assess the priority of different tasks. You may include examples of techniques such as using project management tools or establishing deadlines to efficiently manage your workflow.

Reflect on your interest in the cannabis industry and how Curaleaf's values align with your personal beliefs. Emphasize your passion for working in a growing field where you can make a positive impact and contribute to a socially responsible company.