National Director of Cost Accounting - Doral, FL
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, CPG, 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
Benefits and Perks:
1. Healthcare benefits are immediately available on the first of the month after the start date.
2. We also offer:
- Medical Insurance is 100% paid for the employee, and 50% for the employee's family and spouse.
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Employee discounts
- AND MORE!
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.
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.