MariMed, Inc. Looking for Chief Financial Officer at Massachusetts, United States Full Time

Job Summary:

The Chief Financial Officer at MariMed Inc. will lead strategic financial initiatives for a national adult recreational and medical use cannabis MSO, providing comprehensive financial leadership to core business units. The ideal candidate will be experienced and adept at managing finance and accounting functions, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. This individual should be equally at-ease navigating and overseeing relationships with executives, financial partners, and regulatory bodies, as well as providing empowering leadership, guidance, and mentorship to a growing accounting team. Driving continuous improvement, team development, and ensuring compliance with industry standards are critical to success in this role.

Responsibilities:

Strategic Financial Leadership:

• Lead strategic financial planning and evaluation for national business units.
• Align financial strategy with corporate and investor goals.
• Manage finance and accounting functions for core business units.
• Drive execution of company strategy, capital raising, and team development.

Financial Reporting:

• Ensure transparency through timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Oversee preparation of financial statements, forecasts, and budgets.
• Manage regulatory reporting, including SEC and IRS filings.

Relationship Management:

• Establish strong relationships with senior executives and financial partners.
• Represent the company to financial institutions, investors, auditors, and public officials.

Global Business Support:

• Support growth initiatives, including mergers and acquisitions.
• Manage outsourced functions related to finance.

Team Leadership:

• Lead and mentor a high-performing finance and accounting team.
• Drive continuous improvement objectives annually.

Compliance and Controls:

• Ensure internal controls compliance with policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Stay updated on regulatory laws for financial and tax reporting.
• Oversee implementation of SOX requirements.

Essential Skills:

• Financial Expertise: Proven CFO or senior finance executive with a strong understanding of cannabis industry specific tax regulations/codes (ie: IRS Section 280E, and COGS deductions).
• Operational Excellence: Drive continuous financial and operational improvements.
• Leadership: Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical Mindset: Data-driven decision-making and abstract reasoning skills.
• M&A Experience: Experience with mergers and acquisitions is a plus.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements and industry standards.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA or CPA preferred.

Experience:

• A comprehensive track record in advancing roles within Finance Leadership, encompassing a blend of experience in both Public and Private sectors.
• Background in supply chain operations, manufacturing and/or Retail operations with an understanding of logistics and distribution processes a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to drive financial and operational improvements.
• Excellent knowledge of data analysis, risk management, and forecasting methods.
• Proven experience as a CFO or a senior finance executive.
• Experience in both traditional as well as entrepreneurial companies.
• Cannabis industry experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements and industry standards.

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