Thursday, October 15, 2020

WineTalent Classifieds: Cost Accountant in the Napa Valley

WineTalent is working with our confidential client on a Cost Accountant role within the Napa Valley.


About the Company:  Our client is a well-respected and long-established winery in the Napa Valley.  The company has several brands with widespread distribution and a strong direct-to-consumer business.  


About the Position:  The Cost Accountant will apply the principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports by compiling information, preparing account reconciliations, and utilizing appropriate accounting control procedures.  The Cost Accountant provides accounting support in inventory, COGS reporting and analysis, account reconciliations, monthly close activities and end of year accounting resolution. 


Responsibilities:  

  • Assists in month-end accounting close by performing accurate and timely completion of assigned financial close activities. 
  • Performs complex analysis functions, reviews sub-ledger transactions and posts entries to general ledger accounts. 
  • Responsible for the preparation of more complex account reconciliation and analysis.
  • Perform analysis and forecasts on project and operational production costs.  
  • Recommends and supports improvement opportunities and/or risks based on review and analysis of variances. 
  • Develop and report key metrics to senior management. 
  • Applies cost principles to analyze project costs and reconcile variances.
  • Supports audit and regulatory requests, generates ad hoc analyses reports ensuring needed financial information is presented clearly, consistently, and on time.  
  • Assists with specialized and complex assignments.


Requirements:

  • Bachelor degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or closely related discipline.  Experience in lieu of a degree will also be considered.

  • Can-do attitude, with at least 5 years of closely related work experience.

  • Knowledge of finance, accounting, and cost control principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. 


Desirable Qualifications:

  • Experience with NAV, Adaptive Planning and Vintrace strongly desirable. 

  • Experience in manufacturing (including but not limited to wine industry) accounting highly desirable.

  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint.

  • Proven effective communication skills, both verbally and in writing, working with various levels throughout an organization.


Compensation and Benefits:

  • This is a full-time, salaried position

  • Competitive compensation depending on experience plus benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage, paid time off and 401(k).


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.


WineTalent:  The Right People for the Job


Apply today: Email resume to amy@winetalent.net


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