National Director of Cost Accounting

National Director of Cost Accounting

About DreamFields Brands: DreamFields is one of the top 5 cannabis companies in the industry through our leading #1 pre-roll brand, Jeeter. The company is very passionate about producing world-class marketing, high quality, innovative products, delivering unprecedented customer experiences, having cutting-edge operations, and curating an amazing company culture & thriving work environment. With over 1500+ employees we are proud to be one of the most loved employers in the industry. The company continues to experience exponential month-over-month growth as one of the fastest-growing companies in the cannabis industry and we have begun our aggressive national expansion to all the legalized cannabis states in the USA.

Job Summary: In this pivotal role, you will spearhead the implementation of our Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) system and overhaul our Cost Accounting Department. This project-based position, reporting to the Controller, is pivotal in attaining our strategic objectives: market expansion, brand leadership, and enhancing financial and operational efficiency. An in-depth understanding of the manufacturing process and its financial aspects, including production, inventory control, compliance, and distribution, is crucial.

100% Onsite in Doral, FL (NO REMOTE OR HYBRID EXCEPTIONS)

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Lead the MRP system implementation, ensuring flawless integration with existing frameworks, particularly Microsoft Dynamics for inventory and distribution management.
• Execute a comprehensive analysis and optimization of the Cost Accounting Department, with a focus on creating effective Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Collaborate with the Cost Accounting Manager to refine analytical capabilities, emphasizing data analysis and automation of manual tasks.
• Upgrade financial reporting systems, incorporating tools like Power BI for data management, and utilizing Raven software for direct data capture from machinery.
• Ensure precise data capture and reporting across departments, fostering improved communication and processes
• Guide the transition from average to standard costing, adeptly handling variance analysis
• Integrate AI and other advanced solutions to streamline cost accounting operations
• Lead professional development for the cost accounting team, focusing on industry best practices and new technology adoption
• Act as a crucial figure in risk management, particularly in cost and supply chain aspects
• Manage production workflow and cost analysis, encompassing purchase order management, forecasting, inventory control, and waste tracking
• Strategically analyze and optimize cost structures to support company scalability
• Lead and manage a team of cost analysts across multiple states/regions
• Proficient in working with Cost of Goods Sold (COGs) within an ERP system

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Proven experience in cost accounting, preferably in manufacturing, marketing, and distribution environments
• Demonstrated expertise in MRP system implementations and departmental evaluations
• Exceptional analytical skills and proficiency in accounting software and financial modeling
• Strategic mindset with the ability to work collaboratively across various departments
• Excellent communication skills, effectively bridging finance and other departments
• Demonstrate advanced technical abilities in understanding financial ledgers
• Proven experience in scaling companies, contributing to their growth into the billions
• Proven experience as a senior cost analyst, with a track record of leading and mentoring multistate or regional teams

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 8+ years of experience in cost accounting and operations management

Why Join DreamFields Brands? Join us and be part of a leading company in the cannabis industry, known for innovation, resilience, and excellence. You'll contribute to a brand celebrated for its innovative products and market presence while experiencing professional growth in a flexible, creative environment.

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EEOC: DreamFields is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status.