Controller - MN

As the Controller at our cannabis retail company in Minneapolis, MN, your main responsibilities include preparing GAAP-compliant consolidated financial statements, leading the audit processes, and managing internal controls across various accounting processes. You'll also monitor cash flow and corporate debt, ensuring compliance with financial covenants, all while providing valuable financial insights to other department leads.

For the Controller position at our Minnesota cannabis retail company, a CPA license is required, along with a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, and preferably a Master’s. Additionally, candidates should have a minimum of 7 years in accounting/finance, including at least 3 years in leadership roles. Experience with audits and managing finances for multi-entity businesses is essential.

The Controller plays a crucial role in our Minneapolis cannabis retail company by ensuring the financial integrity and compliance of operations. By preparing accurate financial statements, managing audits, and enhancing internal controls, the Controller helps secure the company's financial health, thereby enabling informed decision-making that drives growth and success in a rapidly evolving industry.

While cannabis industry experience is a plus for the Controller position in our Minnesota-based retail company, it is not strictly required. We value strong financial leadership and experience in accounting/finance, so if you have solid GAAP knowledge and a proven track record in managing financial operations, we encourage you to apply regardless of your background in the cannabis sector.

The benefits for a Controller at our cannabis retail company in Minneapolis include a competitive salary ranging from $105,000 to $120,000, depending on experience, along with a 50% employee discount, access to a free Employee Assistance Program, and paid time off including sick leave and personal days. Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options are also provided.

When answering this question, highlight your specific experiences in preparing financial statements that adhere to GAAP standards. Share examples of previous roles where you managed financial reports, and discuss how you've ensured compliance throughout your career.

Discuss your experience leading audit processes, including both external and internal audits. Provide specific examples of challenges you faced and how you navigated them, showcasing your leadership skills and ability to ensure compliance.

When addressing this question, explain your systematic approach to establishing and enhancing internal controls in accounting processes. Provide examples of how you've implemented policies that significantly reduced risks and ensured accurate financial reporting.

In your answer, mention your strategies for monitoring corporate debt and ensuring compliance with financial covenants. Discuss any tools or software you've used to manage debt and how you've worked with lenders to maintain strong relationships.

Here, emphasize your experience in financial forecasting and budgeting processes. Discuss the methodologies you've used, any software you've implemented, and how your forecasts have led to strategic decisions in your past roles.

Highlight your processes for ensuring accuracy in consolidated financial statements across multiple entities. Emphasize your attention to detail and the importance of teamwork with department leads to achieve consistency.

Discuss specific challenges such as regulatory changes, compliance issues, or internal conflicts. Illustrate how you've tackled these challenges with analytical thinking and leadership skills, while also focusing on outcomes achieved.

In your response, share your strategies for simplifying complex financial data into understandable insights. Talk about any successful instances where you've presented financial information to non-financial colleagues or executives.

Mention any accounting software you have experience with, such as Sage, NetSuite, SAP, or QuickBooks. Elaborate on how you’ve used these tools to enhance productivity and accuracy in financial reporting and management.

Share your intrinsic motivators such as delivering accurate results under pressure or the thrill of solving financial discrepancies. Illustrate how you maintain focus and drive results in fast-paced or regulated industries.