Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant – Cannabis Industry – Fully Vertical Company – Remote
Company: Highway Horticulture
Location: Remote (Michigan residents only); monthly in-person meetings in Marshall, MI
Reports to: Chief Financial Officer
Employment type: Full-time, entry level
About Highway Horticulture
Highway Horticulture is a vertically integrated cannabis company operating in Michigan. We manage every stage of the product lifecycle: we cultivate cannabis plants at our grow facility, manufacture them into a range of wholesale products at our processing facility, and sell directly to consumers through our retail store. That end-to-end model gives our team a distinct, complete view of how a cannabis business runs, from seed to sale.
Position Summary
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our finance team. Reporting to the CFO, you will own the day-to-day recording of transactions on both sides of the business: accounts payable (vendor bills and payments) and accounts receivable (sales invoices and cash receipts). This is an entry-level role and an excellent starting point for someone who wants to build a strong accounting foundation in a fast-growing, exciting industry.
Key ResponsibilitiesAccounts 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, and resolve discrepancies with vendors and internal teams
· Process and record 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 deposits from our retail store
· Apply customer payments to the 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 entries as assigned
· Help maintain the complete, audit-ready records required in a regulated industry
QualificationsRequired
· Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, or equivalent coursework or experience
· Working knowledge of basic accounting principles, including debits and credits
· Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
· Comfort with Excel or Google Sheets
· Clear written and verbal communication skills
· Ability to work independently and manage your time in a remote setting
· Current Michigan resident
· At least 21 years of age
Preferred
· 0–5 years of accounting, bookkeeping, or internship experience
· Experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar
· Interest in the cannabis industry or in other regulated industries
Why Join Us
· See the full business at once: cultivation, manufacturing, wholesale, and retail, all under one roof
· Learn directly from the CFO and build a solid foundation for a career in accounting
· Work remotely, with a regular chance to connect with the team in person
· Grow alongside a company in a dynamic, expanding industry
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter explaining why you are interested in this role.
Highway Horticulture is an equal opportunity employer.

Work arrangement
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