Compliance/Audit Manager

Jushi Holdings Inc.; Lakeville (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k)

401(k)

Job summary

A leading cannabis company in Massachusetts is seeking a Compliance/Audit Manager to ensure adherence to internal control procedures and regulations. Key responsibilities include conducting audits, monitoring compliance, and preparing reports on audit findings. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree, at least 2 years of experience in a highly regulated industry, and familiarity with cannabis regulations. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits including medical, dental, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a highly regulated industry is required.
• Ability to maintain a Driver’s license and be insurable under the company policy.
• Familiar with internal control procedures and compliance regulations.
• Ability to travel 10–20% of time.
• Familiar with Seed to Sale software (METRC).

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with internal control procedures by examining records.
• Conduct periodic internal audits to ensure compliance.
• Prepare and communicate audit findings by preparing final reports.
• Monitor legislative updates and assist in implementing operational changes.
• Ensure compliance with packaging and labeling regulations.
• Assist in license renewals and maintenance with state/local authorities.
• Oversee packaging and labeling compliance on products.
• Coordinate inventory audits between seed-to-sale and POS systems.
• Provide compliance guidance to retail teams and stakeholders.
• Travel as required for comprehensive audits.

Skills

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Research skills

Analytical skills

Familiarity with State Cannabis regulations

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Post graduate education/certification

Tools

Seed to Sale Software (METRC)

Job description

Want to make a meaningful difference in peoples’ lives while earning a competitive salary? At Jushi Holdings Inc. ”) (CSE: JUSH) (OTCQX: JUSHF), we are shaping the future of the cannabis industry, the fastest growing jobs sector in the U.S. We are seeking a Compliance/Audit Manager whose function will be to protect both the community in which we operate, company assets and reputation by ensuring compliance with internal control procedures, and all regulations. Tasks will include managing regional departmental output, internal audits, reporting compliance operating procedures, local law and regulation analysis and facility license renewals/maintenance. Traveling to do comprehensive audits will be a critical function of this position. Traveling auditors prepare reports and look for evidence of items such as poor controls, fraud, and non-compliance with laws, regulations, and management policies across all aspects of a vertically integrated cannabis company (cultivation/manufacturing/dispensaries).

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Ensure cannabis compliance with established internal control procedures by examining records, reports, operating practices, and documentation.
• Conduct periodic internal reviews or audits to ensure that cannabis compliance procedures are followed.
• Prepare, collect, analyze, and communicate audit findings by preparing a final report; discuss findings with auditees.
• Monitor legislative updates from the applicable State Regulator (i.e.) and communicate and assist implementing necessary operational changes.
• Review business records of Jushi production and dispensary operations
• Ensure all aspects of cannabis production (cultivation, post-harvest processing extraction and infused production and distribution) are performed in accordance with applicable state and local regulations
• Assist in review, report and submit required business documents to governing licensing authorities at state and local levels as needed
• Ensure packaging and labeling compliance on all internal and partner brand products
• Oversee error tracking, auditing, and reporting and matters of inventory at cultivation/manufacturing facility.
• Work with OSHA/EHS Director/Associate to ensure OSHA compliance
• Policy research, analysis of data, and conduct field investigations as needed
• Assist in Development of training materials
• Identify and correct any compliance issues within cultivation/manufacturing facility (improper labeling, inventory discrepancies, etc.)Perform sample inventory audits between state seed-to-sale system and POS System on a regular basis
• Communicate with Key Stakeholders to resolve any discrepancies
• Ensure all aspects of cannabis compliance dispensary functions are performed in accordance with applicable state and local regulations.
• Ensure compliance with established cannabis compliance internal control procedures by examining records, reports, operating practices, and documentation.
• Conduct routine internal reviews or audits to ensure that cannabis compliance procedures are being followed.
• Prepare, collect, analyze, and communicate audit findings by preparing a final report; discuss findings with auditees.
• Periodically monitor retail inventory procedures to verify inventory being conducted and that proper inventory procedures are being adhered to.
• Verify sample of inventory by comparing sample of inventory to seed to sale system.
• Assist in investigating discrepancies. Communicate with key stakeholders to resolve any discrepancy.
• Provide operational compliance guidance and general cannabis compliance support to retail team.
• Policy Research
• Travel when necessary for the business

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Bachelor’s degree (with preferred post graduate education/certification)
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in consumer products, manufacturing, environmental science, accounting, or a highly regulated industry (preferably cannabis)
• Ability to get badged by Cannabis oversight regulators
• Ability to maintain a Driver’s license and be insurable under the company policy
• Strong organizational skills
• Familiar with State Cannabis rules and regulations
• Familiarity and expertise with Seed to Sale Software (METRC)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Research and analytical skills
• Ability to work a flexible and demanding schedule as needed
• Ability to travel is critical for this position; Travel 10%-20%
• Ability to follow directions and work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to provide assistance to internal or external auditors and customers in compliance reviews

WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER OUR EMPLOYEES AT JUSHI

We offer benefit packages that may include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short-and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and 401(k).

BONUS DUTIES YOU SHOULD UNDERSTAND

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, obligations, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Jushi is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, political affiliation, or any other characteristics protected by local laws, regulations, or ordinances.