Lakia M. Bourne

About Lakia M. Bourne

LaKia Bourne is a trusted accounting professional with 20+ years of experience, specializing in cannabis accounting services as the Founder and Partner of Green Space Accounting. Her expertise includes compliance, cash flow management, license application support, and payroll solutions for cannabis companies. As a women-owned and minority-owned firm, LaKia is passionate about supporting small businesses and marginalized communities. She has served as Treasurer and Board Member for the Public Justice Center, advocating for social justice and human rights. LaKia\'s values drive her mission to uplift businesses and promote financial competency through reliable accounting services. LaKia is a Certified Healthcare Business Advisor and a graduate of Bowie State University where she holds her MBA, specializing in Accounting, she brings a data-driven approach to guide business growth.Cannabis is the largest and fastest growing industry in the world. LaKia is a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in cannabis accounting with over twenty years of progressive experience leading finance and accounting functions. She possesses detailed knowledge of GAAP accounting, including 208E and 471 (c) applications. She works closely with thought leaders and C-suite Executives to help navigate the 280E accounting and compliance regulation. LaKia is a hands-on developer of strategy and effective solutions to business challenges and a seasoned driver of diverse high-visibility priorities. She is highly skilled in managing financial profitability and ensuring market-share growth.

Experience

1. Principal Consultant

   Green Space Accounting

   Jan 2020 — Present · Bowie, MD, US

   Subject matter experts, experienced professional with a deep understanding of the cannabis industry- Assist with inventory analysis and valuation on a quarterly basis- Expertise with month-end close, ensuring the accuracy of financial statements, journal entries posting, and balance sheet reconciliations of multiple divisions within the company- Conduct data analysis on collected and recorded results for cost and inventory- Preparation GAAP financials, budgets, cash forecast, KPIs and schedules for accounting, audit, and tax purposes- Support internal and external auditors on year-end financial audit and tax preparation- Initiate processes improvements and standard operating procedures for accounting departments (Internal Controls)- Collaborate with site teams on special projects and initiatives- Implementation of accounting modules for ERP and automation.

Education

• Bowie State University

  Master of Business Administration - MBA, Accounting

  2003 — 2006

• Bowie State University

  B.S, Accounting

  1996 — 1999