WineTalent is working with Larkmead Vineyards on a Controller Search
About the Company: WineTalent is working with Calistoga based Larkmead Vineyards on a Controller Search.
About the Position: The Controller will be a key member of the winery’s management team, maintaining and overseeing all aspects of accounting and financial reporting procedures and controls.
Responsibilities:
General Accounting:
- Develop and implement policies, practices, and procedures.
- Responsible for General Ledger, including timely and accurate recording of all transactions.
- Oversight, training, and review of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions performed by Office Manager.
- Primary liaison to CPA for taxes and annual financial statement review.
Financial:
- Monthly and annual reconciliations, Journal Entries, and Register reviews.
- Maintain and update costs for grapes, bulk wine, and finished goods.
- Prepare, present accurate, timely consolidated financial statements and supporting schedules
- Monthly and ad hoc financial reporting to President and the Board
Budgeting, Forecasting and Cashflow Management:
- Develop and manage annual budgets and forecasts.
- Monitor financial performance against budgets and provide variance analysis.
- Project, monitor and manage cash flow to ensure liquidity
- Develop long-term forecasts
- Assist in long-term financial planning and strategy.
Payroll & Human Resources:
- Payroll management through payroll provider, semi-monthly processing.
- Employee onboarding and terminations, including exit interviews
- Respond to employment inquiries and requests (unemployment, verifications, audits, etc).
- Management, monitoring, and annual maintenance of benefits (medical, 401k, workers comp).
- Handbook updates, employee trainings, PTO tracking and accruals.
Other Accounting, Logistics, Inventory & Compliance:
- Facility and storage management.
- Physical tracking, reconciliation
- Primary liaison with compliance vendor for all licensing, permits, Federal and OOS sales and excise tax reporting.
- CA sales tax – monthly prepayments and quarterly filing
- Other reporting as needed (CDFA Processor’s License, annual property tax statements, other)
- Primary liaison with IT vendor (Computer Engineering Group).
- Oversee administrative functions performed by Office Manager
- Manage Annual crop insurance and liability package insurance renewals
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- CPA or CMA certification preferred but not required
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting or finance roles, preferably in a winery or manufacturing industry
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks) and Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a demanding environment
- Diligence and accuracy in all work
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
Compensation and Benefits:
- This is a full-time, salaried position. The salary range is $160,000 to $190,000.
- Competitive salary plus incentive bonus. Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance. Additional benefits include 401(K) with employer match, PTO, and holiday pay.
About WineTalent: WineTalent is a wine industry focused recruitment company. We work closely with our clients and our job seekers to find the right fit of talents, experience and work environment. All inquiries will be kept strictly confidential.
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