Staff Accountant – Corporate at Cresco Labs in Chicago, IL

COMPANY OVERVIEW Cresco Labs is one of the largest public, vertically integrated, multistate operators in the cannabis industry. Our portfolio of in-house cultivated and manufactured brands features some of the highest quality, most awarded and most popular cannabis products in America. With dozens of locations nationwide, our owned and operated Sunnyside® dispensaries provide a welcoming, positive, judgement-free place to shop for anyone at any point on their cannabis journey. Founded in 2013, Cresco Labs’ mission is to normalize and professionalize cannabis through our passionate employees. As stewards of the cannabis industry, our teams are constantly focused on supporting the needs of our fellow colleagues, consumers, customers, and communities alike. With a focus on Social Equity and Educational Development, our SEEDTM initiative ensures that our company reflects the communities in which we serve, ensuring equal opportunity for all to have the knowledge and resources to work in and own businesses in cannabis. At Cresco Labs, we aim to revolutionize and lead the nation’s cannabis industry with a focus on quality and consistency of product, and to bring legitimacy to the industry with the highest level of integrity and professionalism. If you’re interested in joining our mission, click the below links to join our team today! MISSION STATEMENT At Cresco, we aim to lead the nation’s cannabis industry with a focus on regulatory compliance, product consistency, and customer satisfaction. Our operations bring legitimacy to the cannabis industry by acting with the highest level of integrity, strictly adhering to regulations, and promoting the clinical efficacy of cannabis. As Cresco grows, we will operate with the same level of professionalism and precision in each new market we move in to. JOB SUMMARY Cresco Labs is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our corporate finance team in Chicago, IL. The Staff Accountant will be responsible for assisting in reporting and reconciliation of accounting functions. This individual will analyze financial statements to find and resolve any discrepancies. Our ideal candidate must be a self-starter who is highly organized with great attention to detail. CORE JOB DUTIES Assist with month-end close activities, including preparation of journal entries and supporting documentation. Support audit requests by preparing documentation and responding to internal and external auditor inquiries. Assist with the continuous improvement of processes and procedures as company expands into new and established markets. Prepare and maintain fixed asset accounting records, including asset capitalization, transfers, disposals, and retirements within fixed asset management software. Calculate and record monthly depreciation expense and reconcile fixed asset subledger to the general ledger. Prepare fixed asset rollforward schedules supporting monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting requirements. Generate and analyze CapEx reporting for leadership, including tracking completed and ongoing projects and responding to ad-hoc management requests. Maintain accounting and reporting for intangible assets, including asset recognition, amortization calculations, and ongoing monitoring. Prepare intangible asset rollforwards and supporting schedules for financial reporting and cash flow statement preparation. Perform monthly balance sheet account reconciliations and investigate reconciling items to ensure accuracy and completeness. Conduct fluctuation and variance analysis across balance sheet and income statement accounts to identify trends and resolve discrepancies. Ensure accuracy, completeness, and strong attention to detail across accounting records and supporting schedules. Complete ad-hoc analyses and special projects as assigned to support corporate accounting and leadership reporting needs. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SKILLS Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance 2 years accounting experience (public accounting or relevant corporate accounting experience preferred) CPA desirable Strong interpersonal skills and consistent follow through on assigned tasks Experience with financial accounting systems (Intacct helpful) Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and MS Office required Ability to work independently in a highly organized manner Strong analytical mindset with high attention to detail. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and respond to ad-hoc requests. BENEFITS Cresco Labs is proud to offer eligible employees a robust offering of benefits including, major medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(K)-match program, FSA/HSA programs, LTD/STD options, life insurance and AD&D.  We also offer eligible employees paid holidays and paid time off.  Other rewards may include annual discretionary bonuses, stock options as well as participation in our employee discount program. Benefits eligibility for permanent positions may vary by full-time or part-time roles, location, or position. In accordance with any local and state compensation laws, the compensation listed is the current estimated range for the position. Final offer details and future compensation may be determined by multiple factors including but not limited to, geographic location, market compensation data, skills, experience, and other relevant factors. For questions about this please discuss with your recruiter during the interview process. Pay Range $65,000—$85,000 USD ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Must be 21 years of age or older to apply Must comply with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry The company does not offer employment-based visa sponsorshipfor this role or any other position, now or in the future. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without the need for current or future sponsorship at any time. Cresco Labs is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all applicants will be considered without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”) Notice to Applicants: Please read the California Employee Privacy Notice(“CA Privacy Notice”) regarding Sunnyside* and its affiliate Cresco Labs’ policies pertaining to the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information. This CA Privacy Notice supplements the information contained in the Sunnyside* Privacy Policy and applies to California resident employees and job applicants. Applicants with disabilities may access this notice in an alternative format by contacting CCPAnotice@crescolabs.com Reporting a Scam: Cresco Labs is aware of fictitious employment offers being circulated from various sources. Many of these schemes consist of an alleged offer of employment with Cresco Labs with the intention of gaining personal information, including payment and/or banking information. Be aware that fraudulent job offers and correspondence may appear legitimate: they may feature a Cresco Labs logo, they may appear to originate from an official-looking email address or web site, or they may be sent by individuals purporting to represent Cresco Labs or an entity which includes the word Cresco Labs in its name. Please note that Cresco Labs does not ask for payment or personal banking information as a condition of employment. Any personal information is requested for payroll or state badging purposes only. Applications can be securely submitted through our career’s pages. We are working diligently to block this from happening. Beware if an offer of employment looks too good to be true. Never divulge personal and banking information or send money if you are unsure of the authenticity of an email or other communication in the name of Cresco Labs. If you are in doubt, please contact us at Report-a-spam@crescolabs.comwith questions.