Greeley
Job DescriptionVantage Hemp is a private company that established a large-scale, state-of-the-art hemp extraction facility in Greeley, CO. The extraction facility has become a key player in the rapidly growing CBD industry with plans to expand quickly, leveraging a genuine science-based research and development approach. Position Summary: This is a hands-on, full-time Accountant position with day-to-day duties that include overseeing all aspects of accounting operations for a hemp manufacturing company. The Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing and analyzing financial statements, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. This role requires a proactive individual who can manage accounting functions independently, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and provide valuable financial insights to support business decisions. Essential Duties and Major Responsibilities: Core Accounting Operations – 50% • Own day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll coordination, inventory reconciliation, cash management, and general ledger maintenance., • Lead month-end, quarter-end and year-end close, inventory reconciliation, ensuring accurate cutoffs, reconciliations, and timely financial reporting., • Prepare and deliver monthly financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow) with clear variance analysis and manufacturing-relevant insights., • Maintain accurate accounting records and ensure compliance with GAAP/company policies, with consistent documentation and audit-ready support., • Lead coordination of external audit and tax preparation with outside advisors., • Implement and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.Manufacturing Financial Analysis & Controls – 30%, • Work collaboratively with department heads to support budgeting and financial planning., • Track and analyze inventory valuation, production costs, and cost of goods sold (COGS), including material, labor, and overhead allocations., • Partner with operations to strengthen cost accounting practices (standard cost, actual cost, variances, scrap/waste, yields) and improve margin visibility., • Develop and maintain accounting processes and internal controls tailored to manufacturing workflows, including inventory counts/cycle counts, bill of lading/routing impacts, and production reporting., • Identify and implement process improvements to streamline the close, reduce errors, and improve reporting accuracy (e.g., SOPs, checklists, and automation opportunities).Compliance, Collaboration & External Relations – 20%, • Support compliance with tax, legal, and regulatory requirements relevant to hemp manufacturing, including documentation, reporting, and record retention., • Collaborate with production, quality, operations, and leadership to provide financial analysis that supports decision-making (pricing, purchasing, capacity, and spend controls)., • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, finance, or a related field is required., • CPA certification is preferred., • Strong understanding of full-cycle accounting and GAAP., • Demonstrates strong attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of work., • Strong verbal and written communication skills in all interactions. Must be able to compose standard business emails and correspondence and have sound grammar., • Knowledge and experience with MS Office (Outlook and Excel) and accounting software., • Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting principles., • Experience in a manufacturing setting is ideal but not required., • Be highly organized, detail-oriented, and efficient., • Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities., • Able to multitask with distractions and maintain a high level of integrity and confidentiality. Annual Salary: $78,000 to $96,000 (depending on experience) Benefits: For Full-Time eligible employees, paid time off (3 weeks), 80 hours of sick time, and Employer-paid health and dental coverage for the employee only. Accepting Application Until: 02/16/2026 or until position is filled What types of benefits do we offer? For Full-Time eligible employees, Paid time off (3 weeks - accrued), 80 hours of sick time (prorated from hire), paid company holidays, comprehensive health and dental coverage for the employee, GREAT culture, and a fun place to work. The above statements reflect the principal functions of the occupation described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the occupation. **Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. Powered by JazzHR 2mnDcoBFad