Manager, Finance - External Reporting

Verano; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 105,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Product discounts

Job summary

Verano is seeking a Manager, Finance – External Reporting to lead the preparation of quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements, footnotes, and SEC filings, while ensuring compliance with US GAAP and SEC rules. The role collaborates with Investor Relations, Legal, and Treasury, and drives improvements to reporting processes and controls.

The ideal candidate has extensive SEC/external reporting experience, CPA credentials, and a track record of leading teams in a fast-paced, regulated

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; Master’s degree is a plus.
• Active CPA license required.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including SEC/external reporting at a publicly traded company.
• 2+ years of public accounting experience, preferably with a Big 4 or national firm.
• Strong working knowledge of US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements, including Regulations S-X and S-K.
• Experience supervising, reviewing the work of, and developing others is preferred.
• Experience with Workiva (Wdesk) and XBRL is strongly preferred; ERP/reporting systems a plus.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency in Word and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to explain technical accounting to non-accountants.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and review of quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements, footnotes, and schedules for SEC filings.
• Manage external reporting calendar, disclosure checklists, and XBRL tagging workflows.
• Coordinate with Investor Relations, FP&A, Legal, and Treasury for earnings releases and investor materials.
• Monitor accounting literature and SEC rulemaking for new requirements and assist implementation.
• Prepare quarterly accounting and regulatory update materials for senior management and Audit Committee.
• Perform technical accounting research and memos on complex transactions (e.g., business combinations, consolidation, leases).
• Own key areas: cash flows, segment reporting, EPS, lease accounting, impairment testing.
• Liaise with auditors and oversee SOX controls within the external reporting process.
• Mentor external reporting staff and contribute to talent development.
• Develop and maintain accounting policies and procedures.

Skills

US GAAP knowledge

SEC reporting

Excel proficiency

Leadership & mentoring

Time management

Big 4 exposure

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Active CPA license

Tools

Workiva/Wdesk

XBRL tagging

SAP Analytics Cloud

ERP/reporting systems

Job description

Job Summary

The Manager, Finance – External Reporting will play a key role in Verano’s corporate finance function as the Company operates in a unique regulatory framework in the cannabis industry. As a publicly traded multi-state operator in one of the most dynamic and rapidly evolving sectors, Verano faces complex accounting and reporting matters that require both technical expertise and sound judgment. In this role, you will help shape how the Company communicates its financial results to investors, regulators, and other external stakeholders, and you will work at the intersection of technical accounting, consolidation, internal controls, and external disclosure on a daily basis.

The Manager of External Reporting is responsible for supporting the preparation and issuance of the Company’s external financial reporting, including filings with the SEC (Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K), earnings releases and investor materials, and other external financial communications, as well as technical accounting research, consolidation reporting, and the maintenance of the Company’s accounting policies and procedures. Reporting to the Sr. Manager, Finance – External Reporting, this position provides meaningful exposure to senior management, the Audit Committee, Investor Relations, and finance and operations leaders across the organization. The role is also viewed as a key developmental position, offering the opportunity to strengthen leadership capabilities and progress into larger finance leadership roles over time.

The ideal candidate has a strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements, is extremely organized and detail oriented, communicates clearly with both technical and non-technical audiences, is willing to roll up their sleeves during peak reporting periods, and is full of ideas for using technology and process improvements to make the close and reporting cycle more efficient, timely, and accurate.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and review of the Company’s quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements, footnotes, and supporting schedules for Forms 10-Q and 10-K, as well as Form 8-K and other SEC filings, ensuring conformity with U.S. GAAP and SEC Regulations S-X and S-K.
• Manage the external reporting calendar, disclosure checklists, and tie-out process, and coordinate XBRL tagging and review workflows in the Company’s reporting platform (Workiva/Wdesk).
• Partner with Investor Relations, FP&A, Legal, and Treasury in the preparation and review of earnings releases, investor presentations, and other external financial communications to ensure consistency with the filed financial statements.
• Monitor accounting literature and SEC rulemaking for new reporting requirements that may impact the Company, assess their impact, and support the implementation of new accounting standards and disclosure rules.
• Prepare quarterly accounting and regulatory update materials and other presentations for senior management and the Audit Committee.
• Perform technical accounting research and prepare position memos on new and complex transactions, including business combinations and divestitures, consolidation and variable interest entities, segment reporting, impairment, leases, contingencies, equity method investments, share-based compensation, going concern, significance testing, and statement of cash flows presentation.
• Own key recurring accounting and reporting areas such as the consolidated statement of cash flows, segment reporting, earnings per share, lease accounting, and annual impairment testing.
• Consult with finance and operating personnel across the Company’s businesses on accounting questions and the implementation of financial policies and procedures, advising on the accounting implications of business decisions.
• Work closely with key stakeholders in the development, revision, and maintenance of the Company’s accounting policies and procedures.
• Act as a liaison with internal and external auditors on matters involving technical accounting, internal controls, and SEC reporting, and own the design and operation of SOX controls within the external reporting process.
• Conduct periodic analyses of financial results and disclosures to advise management on trends and emerging matters.
• Supervise, develop, and mentor external reporting staff, and contribute to the attraction, development, and retention of talent across Corporate Finance & Accounting.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university is required; Master’s degree is a plus.
• Active CPA license is required.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including recent experience in SEC/external reporting at a publicly traded company.
• 2+ years of public accounting experience, preferably with a Big 4 or national firm, is strongly preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements, including Regulations S-X and S-K.
• Experience supervising, reviewing the work of, and developing others is preferred.
• Experience with Workiva (Wdesk) and XBRL is strongly preferred; experience with SAP, SAP Analytics Cloud, or similar ERP and reporting systems is a plus.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint are required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical accounting matters to non-accounting stakeholders.
• Strong project management, problem-solving, and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment and flexible in hours during peak quarterly and annual reporting periods.
• Must be at least 21 years old, authorized to work in the USA, and willing to undergo a background check.

What We Offer

Verano Base Pay Range

$105,000 - $120,000 + Bonus

Actual pay is based on experience, qualifications, and location of the role. Roles may be eligible for annual bonus program based on individual and company performance.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Product discounts

Physical and Mental Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to remain in a stationary position, move and/or position oneself, communicate, operate and/or prepare, place, position objects, tools, or controls. The employee must occasionally move packages weighing up to 10 lb. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close observation and the ability to adjust focus. The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual, with or without reasonable accommodation, to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

Working Environment

Work is performed in an office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.