General Accountant (6 month Contract)

COMPANY

WeedMD Inc. is the publicly traded parent company of WeedMD Rx Inc. and Starseed Medicinal Inc., licence holders producing and distributing cannabis products for both the medical and adult-use markets. The Company owns and operates a 158-acre state-of-the-art greenhouse, outdoor and processing facility located in Strathroy, ON as well as a fully licensed 26,000 sq.ft. Aylmer, ON processing facility, specializing in cannabis extraction. With the addition of Starseed, a medical-centric operator, WeedMD has expanded its multi-channeled distribution strategy. Starseed’s industry-first, exclusive partnership with LiUNA, the largest construction union in Canada, along with employers and union groups complements WeedMD’s direct sales to medical patients. The Company maintains strategic relationships in the seniors’ market and supply agreements with Shoppers Drug Mart as well as seven provincial distribution agencies where its adult-use brands Color Cannabis and Saturday are sold.

Summary

The General Accountant is responsible for managing WeedMD’s legal entity general ledgers, including Accounts Payable, and maintaining appropriate financial documentation through an organized filing/tracking system. Other responsibilities include producing monthly financial reports, managing and/or preparing accurate monthly remittances; assisting with quarterly review and annual audit working papers, ensuring timely and accurate invoicing and vouchering, updating the internal database and administrative duties related to finance and record keeping. Other duties as assigned, and as necessary.

Job Duties

• Maintaining an organized filing/tracking system for all financial documents
• Prepare journal entries, invoices and purchase orders
• Act as first line contact with vendors regarding billing problems
• Manage accounts payable and receivables and ensure accurate processing of monthly remittances
• Manage and reconcile monthly accruals and vendor balances
• Maintain the General ledger and sub ledgers and manage month End closing process
• Produce monthly financial reports
• Prepare GST/HST remittances, Excise tax working papers
• Assist with audit inquiries
• Maintain fixed assets schedule
• Ensure tracking and reconciliation of Inter-company transactions
• Store, update and retrieve financial data.
• Manage and/or Process claims and vouchers for payment
• Assistant in monthly comparison to budget/plan
• Serve as a back-up for various accounting and administrative functions
• Support the team on ad-hoc projects.
• Other duties as required

Requirements

• (3) years of experience in similar role
• CPA designation is an asset
• Experience in a manufacturing/agriculture environment is a must
• Strong working knowledge of IFRS
• Advanced proficiency with Sage X3 accounting software and spreadsheet programs and applications an asset.
• Desire and ability to work in a fast-paced environment, in an ambiguous and developing structure
• Ability to comfortably interact with senior management in a professional manner
• Track record of meeting tight working deadlines, and prioritizing workload are essential
• Experience working in a public company or large Public Accounting Firm supporting public company reporting is required
• Some travel may be required

WeedMD thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.

Pursuant to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code, WeedMD will accommodate all applicants with disabilities to the point of undue hardship during the recruitment and hiring process. Accommodation will be provided upon request and in accordance with the principles of dignity, individualization, and inclusion. WeedMD will work cooperatively, and in a spirit of respect, with all partners in the accommodation process.

WeedMD is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, colour, race, citizenship, ethnic origin, place of origin, creed, disability, family status, marital status (including single status), gender identity, gender expression, receipt of public assistance (in housing only), sex (including pregnancy and breastfeeding) or sexual orientation.

Contract length: 6 months

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Accounting: 3 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• CPA Designation (preferred)

COVID-19 precaution(s):

• Remote interview process
• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Virtual meetings
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place