Director, Retail FP&A

Cresco Labs
Chicago, IL

Who this role is best for

Geared toward finance professionals comfortable with strategic data analysis and budgeting in the cannabis industry, with a focus on team leadership and regulatory compliance in a dynamic Chicago-based environment.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with a background in leading finance teams and experience in cannabis or regulated industries
    — “previous experience leading a team”
  • Individuals who have driven financial insights for complex decisions like M&A and new store investments
    — “Drive insights into business performance to support complex decision making, including investments in New Store and M&A”
  • Professionals with a proven ability to refine financial processes and procedures in fast-paced environments
    — “Design, drive, and continue to refine the implementation of process and procedures to support the dynamic organization”

Things to consider

  • No visa sponsorship is available, requiring legal authorization to work in the U.S. permanently
    — “The company does not offer employment-based visa sponsorship”
  • The role involves regular communication with senior management and cross-functional teams
    — “ability to influence decisions and work together across all levels of leadership, including executive leadership”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience in leading teams and managing project budgeting and ROI analysis
    — “7-10 years of experience in a senior FP&A finance role, previous experience leading a team”
  • Showcase expertise in financial reporting systems like Adaptive Insights or SAP BPC
    — “Knowledge of automated financial and accounting reporting systems preferred”
  • Emphasize experience with federal and state financial regulations, US GAAP, and tax laws
    — “Proven knowledge of federal and state financial regulations, US GAAP and/or IFRS standards, tax laws, etc.”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Company

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What success looks like

  • supported key financial initiatives
  • managed a team of finance professionals
  • improved financial planning and forecasting
Typical background
financial planningbudget managementstrategic analysis

Skills & requirements

Required

Financial PlanningBudget ManagementForecastingStrategic Analysis

Preferred

Team ManagementProject Management

Stack & domain

Financial PlanningBudget ManagementForecastingReportingStrategic Data AnalysisCommunicationTeam ManagementProblem-solvingFinanceCannabis Industry

About the role

Original posting from Cresco Labs via Greenhouse

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Cresco Labs is one of the largest public, vertically integrated, multistate operators in the cannabis industry. Our portfolio of in-house cultivated and manufactured brands features some of the highest quality, most awarded and most popular cannabis products in America. With dozens of locations nationwide, our owned and operated Sunnyside® dispensaries provide a welcoming, positive, judgement-free place to shop for anyone at any point on their cannabis journey. 

Founded in 2013, Cresco Labs’ mission is to normalize and professionalize cannabis through our passionate employees. As stewards of the cannabis industry, our teams are constantly focused on supporting the needs of our fellow colleagues, consumers, customers, and communities alike. With a focus on Social Equity and Educational Development, our SEEDTM initiative ensures that our company reflects the communities in which we serve, ensuring equal opportunity for all to have the knowledge and resources to work in and own businesses in cannabis. 

At Cresco Labs, we aim to revolutionize and lead the nation’s cannabis industry with a focus on quality and consistency of product, and to bring legitimacy to the industry with the highest level of integrity and professionalism. 

If you’re interested in joining our mission, click the below links to join our team today!

MISSION STATEMENT

At Cresco, we aim to lead the nation’s cannabis industry with a focus on regulatory compliance, product consistency, and customer satisfaction. Our operations bring legitimacy to the cannabis industry by acting with the highest level of integrity, strictly adhering to regulations, and promoting the clinical efficacy of cannabis. As Cresco grows, we will operate with the same level of professionalism and precision in each new market we move in to.

JOB SUMMARY

Cresco Labs is seeking an experienced Director, FP&A. This individual will report to the VP of Finance at HQ. The Director, FP&A will support and partner with business leaders on the key financial initiatives of Cresco Labs.  This individual will be responsible for financial planning, budget management, forecasting, reporting, strategic data analysis, and evaluating ways to improve profitability. This individual will help lead the development of financial management strategy while driving execution and advising regional/functional leaders. Our ideal candidate must be a self-starter who is exceptionally organized and possesses great attention to detail. This individual thrives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. 

CORE JOB DUTIES 

Partner with management to prepare and analyze financial results, forecasting, and budgeting analytics 

Manage and develop a team of high performing finance individuals 

Drive insights into business performance to support complex decision making, including investments in New Store and M&A 

Design, drive, and continue to refine the implementation of process and procedures to support the dynamic organization 

Provide readouts to management on a standard cadence on variances from the established budget and the key drivers 

Contribute to the management of monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting, including financial statements, KPIs, and metric dashboards 

Strong interpersonal skills combined with an ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously 

Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) with maturity to liaise with senior management 

Collaborate with IT on financial systems and reporting design 

Ensure compliance with accounting policies and regulatory requirements 

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SKILLS 

Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting, MBA preferred 

7-10 years of experience in a senior FP&A finance role, previous experience leading a team 

Project budgeting, cost controls, and ROI experience required 

Knowledge of automated financial and accounting reporting systems preferred, including, BI reporting, dashboard, modeling, and KPI development (e.g. Adaptive Insights, Hyperion, SAP BPC, etc.) 

Proven knowledge of federal and state financial regulations, US GAAP and/or IFRS standards, tax laws, etc. 

Strong interpersonal skills and consistent follow through on assigned tasks 

Strong leadership presence and ability to influence decisions and work together across all levels of leadership, including executive leadership 

Ability to efficiently handle ambiguity and change; able to act as a change agent 

In accordance with any local and state compensation laws, the compensation listed is the current estimated range for the position. Final offer details and future compensation may be determined by multiple factors including but not limited to, geographic location, market compensation data, skills, experience, and other relevant factors. For questions about this please discuss with your recruiter during the interview process. 

Pay Range$170,000—$185,000 USDBENEFITS

Cresco Labs is proud to offer eligible employees a robust offering of benefits including, major medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(K)-match program, FSA/HSA programs, LTD/STD options, life insurance and AD&D.  We also offer eligible employees paid holidays and paid time off.  Other rewards may include annual discretionary bonuses, stock options as well as participation in our employee discount program. Benefits eligibility for permanent positions may vary by full-time or part-time roles, location, or position.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be 21 years of age or older to apply

Must comply with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry 

The company does not offer employment-based visa sponsorship for this role or any other position, now or in the future. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without the need for current or future sponsorship at any time.

Cresco Labs is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all applicants will be considered without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”) Notice to Applicants:

Please read the California Employee Privacy Notice (“CA Privacy Notice”) regarding Sunnyside* and its affiliate Cresco Labs’ policies pertaining to the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information. This CA Privacy Notice supplements the information contained in the Sunnyside* Privacy Policy and applies to California resident employees and job applicants. Applicants with disabilities may access this notice in an alternative format by contacting CCPAnotice@crescolabs.com 

Reporting a Scam:

Cresco Labs is aware of fictitious employment offers being circulated from various sources. Many of these schemes consist of an alleged offer of employment with Cresco Labs with the intention of gaining personal information, including payment and/or banking information. Be aware that fraudulent job offers and correspondence may appear legitimate: they may feature a Cresco Labs logo, they may appear to originate from an official-looking email address or web site, or they may be sent by individuals purporting to represent Cresco Labs or an entity which includes the word Cresco Labs in its name. 

Please note that Cresco Labs does not ask for payment or personal banking information as a condition of employment. Any personal information is requested for payroll or state badging purposes only. Applications can be securely submitted through our career’s pages.

We are working diligently to block this from happening. Beware if an offer of employment looks too good to be true. Never divulge personal and banking information or send money if you are unsure of the authenticity of an email or other communication in the name of Cresco Labs.

If you are in doubt, please contact us at Report-a-spam@crescolabs.com with questions.

Source: Cresco Labs careers (Greenhouse)

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