California Cannabis Accountants
280E strategy, state tax filings, and accounting built for California’s licensed operators — from a firm that does cannabis and nothing else.
Adult-use & medical.
California is the largest cannabis economy in the world and one of the hardest to operate in profitably. Wholesale prices have compressed relentlessly, the unlicensed market remains a real competitor, and the compliant operators who survive are the ones who run tighter books than anyone else in the industry.
Cannabis Taxes In California
California layers a state cannabis excise tax on retail sales on top of regular sales tax — and then lets cities and counties stack their own cannabis business taxes on top of that. In some jurisdictions the combined burden approaches half of retail price before 280E is even considered. Local tax terms vary block by block, which makes site selection a tax decision and multi-location reporting a genuine discipline. Rates and rules have changed repeatedly; we track them so our clients file correctly every period.
Tax rates and rules change frequently — we confirm current requirements before every filing.
Tracking & Compliance
Track-and-trace runs on the state's CCTT-Metrc system. Reconciling Metrc to your ledger monthly is the single control that protects both your license and your COGS documentation.
What We Do For California Operators
Frequently Asked
Do you work with California cannabis businesses remotely?
Yes — most of our California clients work with us remotely, with on-site visits arranged where the engagement calls for it. Cannabis accounting is document- and systems-driven; geography is not a barrier.
Do you know California's specific rules?
We serve licensed operators in 30+ states, and state-specific tax structures, tracking requirements, and filing calendars are exactly what a multi-state cannabis practice maintains. California is one of the markets we track continuously.
Do you handle local cannabis business taxes?
Yes — city and county cannabis taxes are where California filings most often go wrong, and we manage them alongside state excise and sales tax.