Staff Accountant
The Staff Accountant at Confidential Client is responsible for managing day-to-day accounting transactions including accounts payable and receivable, supporting month-end close processes, and maintaining audit-ready records in a regulated cannabis industry. This entry-level, full-time role offers remote work with monthly in-person meetings and provides a unique opportunity to gain comprehensive accounting experience across a fully vertical cannabis business.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Accounting & Finance.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Work Arrangement
This Staff Accountant role is remote for Michigan residents only and includes regular in-person team meetings in Marshall, MI. Employment type: Full-time (contractor classification may apply based on engagement). Estimated annual pay: $59,899 (per source).
Key Responsibilities
- Accounts Payable
- Record vendor bills accurately and on time, coding each to the correct general ledger account, facility, and cost center
- Match bills to purchase orders and receiving documents; investigate and resolve discrepancies with vendors and internal teams
- Process vendor payments and maintain organized supporting documentation
- Respond to vendor inquiries and keep vendor records current
- Accounts Receivable
- Prepare and record sales invoices for wholesale customers
- Record daily retail sales and cash receipts, including point-of-sale deposits
- Apply customer payments to correct invoices and follow up on past-due balances
- Maintain accurate customer account records
- General Accounting Support
- Assist with bank and account reconciliations
- Support month-end close by preparing schedules and journal entries as assigned
- Help maintain audit-ready records required in a regulated industry
Qualifications
- Required
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field — or equivalent coursework/experience
- Working knowledge of basic accounting principles (debits/credits)
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Comfortable using Excel or Google Sheets
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently in a remote setting and manage time effectively
- Must be a current Michigan resident (role requires MI residency due to state cannabis regulations)
- Must be at least 21 years of age (required for regulated cannabis work)
- Preferred
- 0–5 years of accounting, bookkeeping, or internship experience
- Experience with accounting software (QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar)
- Interest in the cannabis industry or other regulated industries
Compensation & Schedule
- Estimated base: $59,899 per year (source estimate). Actual compensation may vary based on experience and role classification.
- Full-time schedule; remote work with regular monthly in-person meetings in Marshall, MI.
Why Join Confidential Client
- Work for a fully vertical company and see the full business lifecycle — cultivation, manufacturing, wholesale, and retail
- Learn directly from the CFO and build a strong foundation for an accounting career
- Remote-first role with regular team connections in person
- Opportunity to grow with a dynamic, expanding business in a regulated sector
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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