Financial Controller - butter

Let’s build a butter world

butter is a cannabis lifestyle brand founded & rooted in Michigan. Our focus is to make high-quality products for all and, in doing so, create a better society.

The plant has the power to help us become better individuals, and with a proper understanding, all consumers should realize their desired effects of cannabis products.

At butter, we believe people and plants are better together.

How are we building a better world?

The butter philosophy is to always be honest, transparent, and maintain integrity in all we do. We focus on the fundamentals and science, allowing us to stay focused on our mastery. Nowadays, everything is "Craft," and while it may or may not be true, we are in pursuit of exceptionalism. We'd be lying if we said we were the best out there, but the elite circle is small in any industry, this is no exception. Everything we do is to raise the standards of yesterday.

We truly believe there is a strain for everyone, and our consumers should always expect exceptional quality that few are able to produce. The unusual, the uncommon, from outstanding breeder cuts to rising genetic creators getting their limelight. 

What we’re looking for:

butter is seeking a highly motivated Financial Controller who is responsible for effectively managing the company's financial operations by performing their duties personally or through subordinates and business partners.  This individual will be responsible for managing the business and all associated inputs/outputs from a financial and business management perspective.  Responsible for the highest possible standards of workin accordance with the State of Michigan regulations and standards set by the company.  

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Effectively manage the financial operations of the company  
• Consult with management concerning major economic objectives and policies for the Company. 
• Establish short-term and long-term strategies, including revenue forecasting, budgeting, and cash forecasting.
• Manages the Company's financial operations, including cash management, budgeting, general ledger, billing, payroll, payables, collections, monitoring financial performance, tax compliance and return preparation, banking relations and auditing. 
• Prepares timely, accurate, and succinct reports that summarize, analyze, and forecast company business activity and financial position in areas of income, expenses, and earnings based on past, present, and expected operations; and presents such reports to management, directors, and stockholders. 
• Advises management on desirable operational adjustments due to tax code revisions and other finance-related considerations; prepares and files reports required by regulatory agencies; advises management about insurance coverage for protection against property losses and potential liabilities. 
• Supervisory Responsibilities: May supervise employees in the accounting department as the organization grows and expands. This individual will carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. 
• Manages the Finance Department, as well as the provision of office services (reception, mail, etc.) 
• Excellent consulting skills as well as technical writing and public speaking skills. 
• Able to develop and sustain a “lean startup” culture of constant experimentation and learning.
• Ensure all state regulations are followed and documentation is prepared and submitted as required.
• Other duties may be assigned. 

Qualifications: 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. 

General:

• Must be 21 years or older and pass a background check.

Education/Experience:

• BA in Business, Marketing, or Finance; MBA or other position-related master’s degree preferred 
• At least 3-5 years of financial experience within a corporate setting. 
• Proven experience managing business and accounting for revenue while helping to set up businesses for scale. 
• Cannabis experience preferred. 

Technical Skills:

• Experience with automation systems. 
• Experience with Excel. 
• Experience with QuickBooks.
• Strives to build knowledge and skills and shares expertise with others continuously. 

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to communicate clearly and accurately.
•  Ability to exercise independent judgment.
• Ability to initiate and follow through on work independently.
• Ability to train staff.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to maintain confidentiality.
• Analytical Skills - Collects and researches data. 
• Problem-Solving - Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.  
• Delegation and the ability to perform well under pressure.
• Desired work ethic includes being detail-oriented, highly organized, positive, enthusiastic, and eager to learn.
• Knowledge of medical and adult use Michigan marijuana regulations preferred.  
• Must be able to take initiative, make decisions, and be proactive.  
•  Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.  Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.  
• Oral Communication - Listens and gets clarification. 
• Written Communication - Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.  
• Proven ability to develop and maintain a positive team environment.
• Proven efficiency and ability to prioritize and manage time and tasks for self and others.
• Quality Management - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with various concrete variables in situations with limited standardization.
•  Ability to interpret various instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.  
•  Self-management and supervisory management.
• Strong computer skills are required for data entry.
• Strong ethics and sound judgment.
• Strong work ethic.
• Understanding of and ability to oversee and manage all production cycles in large-scale agriculture.
• Is a "team player"; is honest and forthright with management; works well with peers; trains and develops subordinates; adheres in all respects to the butter Code of Business Conduct and fosters compliance with the Code by all managed employees; serves as a member of the butter Ethics Steering Committee.