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About AtlantiCann Medical Inc.

AtlantiCann Medical Inc. (AMI) is a premier cannabis cultivation and production company located in Nova Scotia, Canada. Its state-of-the-art facility is purpose-built to ensure the highest standards of cannabis cultivation and production. AMI focuses on quality genetics, meticulous post-production processes, and innovative extraction techniques to produce exceptional cannabis products.

Position Overview

The Controller for AtlantiCann Medical Inc. (AMI) will lead financial operations for the entirety of our cannabis group, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting both internally and to AMI’s parent company. This role is pivotal in maintaining compliance with financial regulations and providing strategic financial insights. Based in Lower Sackville, Nova Scotia, the Controller will work closely with operations to support business performance and drive financial accountability.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and manage financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis
• Oversee month end and year end closing processes, including account reconciliations and accruals
• Oversee and support the accounts payable and accounts receivable process.
• Responsible for treasury management, daily and weekly cash reporting and reconciliations
• Responsible for general ledger management and completeness and accuracy of accounting entries
• Develop and maintain internal controls, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with IFRS and ASPE
• Experience with monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting, including review and preparation of financial results and supporting data and analysis
• Ability to write comprehensive reports and maintain proper records
• Experience in cost accounting and inventory management is an asset, overseeing and managing the inventory accounting process, including inventory valuation, cost analysis and reconciliations to ensure accurate and timely reporting
• Review and maintain cost accounting procedures to track and allocate costs, analyze variances and support pricing decisions and margin analysis
• Collaborate with operations and AMI’s parent company to support business performance, finance initiatives and effective reporting
• Responsible for tax filings and financial audits, including HST/GST remittances, Excise Duty calculations and remittances and monthly remittances of CTLS.
• Utilize and maintain Sage 50 (Simply Accounting) software.
• Demonstrate advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications.
• Operate various inventory software programs and adapt to new systems as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
• CPA designation required
• 5+ years in accounting management positions.
• Understanding of manufacturing and production
• Experience working regulated environments
• Experience in cost accounting and inventory management
• ERP implementation experience
• Strong financial, analytical, and business acumen skills.
• Exceptional communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Effective planning and organizational abilities, with high attention to detail.
• Strong leadership and team collaboration skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a highly regulated and evolving environment.
• High level of discretion in handling confidential information.
• Experience in the Cannabis industry is an asset

Additional Requirements

• Successful candidates must pass a criminal record and background check
• English proficiency required
• Must have valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to and from work location

Work Schedule

• Full-time, Monday to Friday.
• Regular office hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
• Due to the urgency of certain situations, hours of work beyond these core hours may be needed at times.

Compensation

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Eligible to participate in the company's annual bonus incentive program, subject to applicable program terms and performance criteria.

Benefits

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Travel expense reimbursement
• Employer product discounts
• Vision care
• Employee and family assistance program
• Discounts at restaurants and retail stores as well as discounts from our partner organizations

Working Environment

This position is located full-time within a functioning cannabis production facility. Candidates must be comfortable working in this environment and comply with all safety and regulatory requirements associated with cannabis production.

If your background matches the qualifications listed above and are looking for an opportunity with a dynamic team, please submit your resume in confidence to hr@atlanticann.com or see job posting on Indeed.com and apply there.

Please note that only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.

AMI is committed to having a workforce that reflects the communities in which we live and work. We are an equal opportunity employer and adhere to fair employment practices and are committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise if you require accommodation. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Applications will not be acknowledged in writing.

Pay: $140,000.00-$155,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Lower Sackville, NS B4C 3Z2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (required)

Experience:

• Accounting: 5 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Chartered Professional Accountant (required)

Work Location: In person