Position Summary
The Controller directs the daily operations of the Finance department to ensure that all aspects of the system of recording and summarizing CMF and related party business / financial transactions (including the analysis, verification and reporting of results) are executed in an orderly, accurate and timely fashion. The Controller must be in the office 4 days a week.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but not limited to the following:

Supervise daily activities of (4) Accounting staff:
•  Oversee the day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable and accounts receivable, chargebacks, bank and general ledger. Includes the combination of
corporate and related party transactions.
•  Conduct monthly balance sheet reviews to ensure completeness and accuracy of accounts.
•  Answer inquiries regarding daily transactions and resolve problems encountered during the daily activities of accounting staff.
•  Lead, mentor, and develop a team of accounting professionals, providing guidance on accounting issues; cultivate a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging
process automation and the use of systems to drive efficiency. Includes performance review and succession planning.

Deliver monthly / annual reports to Executive & management teams on operating results:
•  Direct the coordination of monthly closing and verify the accuracy of results.
•  Direct and assist in the preparation of the financial statements and departmental reports.
•  Continue to develop Syspro processes and improvements. Includes report writing and system enhancements.
•  Creates the quarterly financial statement for external reporting (bank covenants).
•  Assist the CFO in managing external auditor relationships to facilitate the completion of audit and tax procedures in a timely and efficient manner.
•  Answer questions and resolve problems related to financial issues for various winery personnel on an as-needed basis.
•  Partner with other departments, including FP&A, to support business initiatives and ensure seamless collaboration on close activities and financial reporting and ensure alignment with financial reporting goals.

Direct and perform work associated with excise and sales tax compliance:
•  Oversee all compliance related activities for wholesale, retail, and DTC functions.
•  Ensure that all licenses, products, and permits are maintained. Point person for external compliance vendor (Avalara).

Ensure financial controls are adequate and well documented:
•  Establish, document, and maintain procedures for all key controls. Oversee testing to ensure compliance with key control procedures.
•  Ensure compliance with GAAP, regulatory requirements, and internal policies.
•  Create and maintain process where business risks are identified, assessed, evaluated, reported, and monitored.

Any other special projects as required.

Qualifications (work experience, preferred skills and education):
Minimum of 5 years wine industry experience in a senior finance role - Controller, Director of Accounting or equivalent position.
Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.
Proven people management skills.
Experience with Syspro would be beneficial.