Finance Associate

Maggie's Farm in Pueblo, Colorado is seeking a Finance Associate to join onsite and support daily accounting and financial operations. This role ensures precise record-keeping, timely payments, and compliant financial reporting and analysis to back business operations and decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Process and code a high volume of vendor invoices accurately and timely.
• Establish and manage vendor records.
• Reconcile vendor statements and address any discrepancies.
• Execute real-time electronic payments, including ACH and wire transfers.
• Review employee expense reimbursements and process payments accordingly.
• Record and reconcile company credit and debit card transactions.
• Maintain accurate 1099 reporting and vendor compliance at year-end.
• Keep QuickBooks Enterprise records up to date and accurately maintained.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes.
• Conduct weekly reconciliations of general ledger, bank, and balance sheet accounts.
• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable to ensure accuracy and timely processing bi-weekly.
• Maintain organized financial documentation for audits and internal reviews at all times.
• Produce monthly financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports.
• Analyze financial performance and highlight budget variances.
• Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow projections.
• Provide leadership with financial reporting and ad hoc analyses.
• Maintain GAAP compliance and adherence to company accounting policies.
• Review invoices for sales tax accuracy and calculate use tax when applicable.
• Prepare timely tax filings for sales, excise, property, real estate, and other obligations to support cash flow projections.
• Uphold internal controls over spending and budgeting to safeguard assets and financial data.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, including cannabis industry financial requirements.
• Collaborate with Operations, Purchasing, and Human Resources to support financial processes.
• Provide professional customer service to vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Suggest process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• At least three years of accounting or finance experience.
• Experience in accounts payable, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Solid understanding of GAAP and accounting best practices.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks Enterprise.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced setting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments.
• High integrity and discretion when handling confidential financial data.
• Must hold or be able to obtain a Colorado Marijuana Enforcement Division (MED) Employee Badge; employment contingent on obtaining and maintaining an active MED badge.

Technologies

• QuickBooks Enterprise; Microsoft Excel

Benefits

• Health insurance

Licensing Requirement

• Applicants must possess or be able to obtain a Colorado Marijuana Enforcement Division (MED) Employee Badge. Employment is contingent upon successfully obtaining and maintaining an active MED badge.

Work Location

• On-site in Pueblo, Colorado