WineTalent is working with our client, Long Meadow Ranch, on a
Vice President of Finance role.
Long
Meadow Ranch (LMR) is a family-owned and -operated producer and purveyor of
world-class wine and food that is economically successful and socially
responsible and that employs diversified, sustainable, and organic farming
methods. LMR produces award-winning wines, hand-crafted extra virgin olive
oils, grass-fed beef and lamb, eggs, and heirloom fruits and vegetables.
LMR has farming operations in Northern California on more than
2500 acres in Napa, Marin, Mendocino, and Humboldt counties, including three
winegrowing estates in the Mayacamas Mountains, Rutherford, and Anderson
Valley. Long Meadow Ranch also operates
a sustainable food, wine, and agricultural education destination located in St.
Helena, CA, which is anchored by the distinctive farm-to-table restaurant, Farmstead at Long Meadow Ranch. New
projects are being developed on multiple LMR-owned properties, including winery
production facilities, agricultural improvements (major vineyard re-plantings,
water systems, livestock handling facilities, etc.), and guest lodging
LMR has an exciting opportunity for a Vice President of Finance
to contribute to the overall success of LMR by effectively managing the
financial affairs of one of its key vertically integrated wine entities, LMR
Wine Estates LLC. The Vice President of
Finance will be a member of the executive team. The Vice President of Finance
will be responsible for all financial reporting for LMR Wine Estates and will
also be accountable for analyzing the current business and planning for future
business needs. The Vice President of Finance will provide high quality
financial planning and analysis, including providing detailed financial
modeling for established and potential projects.
The Vice President of Finance serves in a core leadership role
and is responsible for driving both the strategic and hands-on execution of
financial planning & accounting, financial & managerial reporting,
investor relations, partnerships & contracts. This position requires
excellent verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal relationship skills
and a commitment to integrity.
This position reports directly to the COO & Executive Vice
President. Direct reports include Accounting Manager and Wholesale Customer
Service & DTC Sales Coordinator.
Responsibilities:
Financial Planning
& Accounting
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Direct all accounting, budgeting, forecasting, finance,
and cash management functions of the Company
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Establish and implement next generation financial
accounting systems, controls, and measurement systems to assure fiscal
integrity as well as accurate and timely financial and management reporting
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Formalize and document accounting and finance standard
operating processes (SOPs) to ensure accurate and timely data synthesis
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Manage the annual budget and strategic business
planning processes, working closely with the CEO & President, COO &
Executive Vice President, and key operating managers
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Manage relationship with accounting firm; oversee and
direct all tax-related activities
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Assure compliance with state, federal, and general
accounting and regulatory guidelines
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Maintain solid banking relationships
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Direct ongoing analysis of Company’s capital
requirements to ensure appropriate capitalization and availability of funds
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Manage entity reporting required by Company investors
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Maintain all Company financing and capitalization
documents, including details related to stock ownership rights, limited
partnership interests, warrants and options.
Financial & Managerial Reporting and Analysis
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Develop and deliver timely, accurate, and effective
analysis and reporting of financial and operational performance to the key
operating managers, COO & EVP, CEO & President and Advisory Board
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Track and measure performance relative to budgets,
schedules, milestones, and performance targets, providing timely feedback to
the key operating managers, COO & EVP, and CEO & President
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Develop and manage budget, periodic financial
forecasts, short and long term financial projections, Company cash positions,
current risks and probabilities
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Prepare timely financial report packages for review by
the key operating managers, COO & EVP, CEO & President and Advisory
Board
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Interact with Advisory Board as appropriate, on
financial and business matters.
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Ensure compliance and accurate reporting with regard to
all regulatory matters
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Perform operationally focused financial analysis and
intelligence gathering to support strategic and business development
initiatives
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Provide guidance and advice on proposed capital
expenditures
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Recommend opportunities for profit improvement,
productivity enhancement and cost reduction.
Finance, Accounting & Administrative Team Management and
Development
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Contribute and continue to drive a culture of
collaboration
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Become a go-to resource by continuing to develop and
foster a strong team which is sought out and respected by the entire
organization for the quality of information and insight provided
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Encourage innovative approaches to employee
communications, continuous improvement, recognition, and celebration in order
to attract, reward and retain the highest quality staff
Partnerships & Contracts
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Assist the COO & EVP and key operating managers in
financial analysis and negotiation of partnerships, licensing and contracts
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Manage preparation, negotiation, review, and acceptance
of all contractual documents
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Advise management of contractual rights and obligations
and provide interpretation of terms and conditions.
Legal & Risk Management
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Ensure the Company is in compliance with all federal,
state and local regulations and that internal agreements as well as client
contracts and SLA’s are properly documented and followed
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Assume responsibility for Company’s risk management
program, including identification of current or potential risks; devise
strategies for minimizing Company exposure and cost
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Oversee and administer Company liability and casualty
insurance policies.
Qualifications and
Requirements:
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Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or Business
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Certified Public Accountants preferred
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Distinctive finance and accounting experience of 5
years or more within diversified agricultural organizations
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Proven understanding of finance and accounting issues
related to agricultural production (cash basis), winery and restaurant
businesses highly desirable
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Extensive experience with Quickbooks required
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Experience using Targit Decision Suite sales analytics
software highly desirable
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Prior experience implementing new accounting software
systems and/or ERP required
Compensation and
Benefits:
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Competitive compensation depending on experience plus
benefits including medical/dental insurance, paid vacation and 401(k).
Interested in this position? Please email your resume to me at amy@winetalent.net. All communications will be kept completely confidential.
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