The Junior Controller will be joining an ambitious winery at a pivotal moment in its growth journey. Backed by a highly successful team with deep roots in the hospitality industry, the winery is investing heavily in upgrading its facilities, elevating wine quality, and transforming itself into a premier destination winery offering exceptional hospitality and entertainment experiences.

This role goes beyond traditional accounting support. It offers the chance to help shape the financial backbone of a business that is operating with a startup mindset and ambitious growth trajectory. The Junior Controller will play a key role in ensuring accuracy, compliance, and financial insight while collaborating closely with the head office accounting team and a third-party accounting partner. This is a full-time, onsite position at the winery in San Martin, CA, and presents an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional who wants to grow with a dynamic, evolving organization.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Analysis

- Assist with preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.

- Perform variance analysis of actuals versus budget/forecast.

- Prepare financial schedules and reports for ownership, auditors, and head office finance.

- Partner with the head office accounting team to ensure alignment of reporting and consolidation requirements.

Accounting Operations

- Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts.

- Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.

- Support accruals, journal entries, and month-end close.

- Ensure compliance with internal controls and policies.

- Collaborate with the third-party accounting team for additional support and technical accounting expertise.

Costing & Inventory

- Track and reconcile winery production costs (grapes, barrels, bottling, etc.).

- Support costing of wine inventory and calculation of COGS.

- Work closely with operations to reconcile physical inventory and investigate variances.

Budgeting & Forecasting

- Assist with the annual budget preparation process.

- Support periodic reforecasts in collaboration with the Director of Finance and head office team.

Audit & Compliance

- Provide documentation and support for internal, external, and head office audits.

- Assist with tax compliance (sales tax, excise tax, property tax).

Other Duties

- Contribute to process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

- Provide ad hoc analysis as requested by finance leadership, head office, or ownership.

Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

- 3+ years of progressive accounting or financial analysis experience (prior winery or beverage industry experience strongly preferred, but willing to train the right candidate).

- Strong understanding of GAAP; familiarity with winery-specific cost accounting (production, COGS, inventory) is a plus.

- Proficiency in QuickBooks Enterprise required.

- Advanced Excel skills; exposure to ERP/accounting systems a plus.

- Excellent attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving ability.

- Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic, multi-entity environment.

- Analytical and detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

- Able to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

- Commitment to confidentiality and professional integrity.

Summary
Why Join CordeValle
At CordeValle, we believe our associates are our greatest asset. We are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package for full-time employees, designed to support your health, well-being, and professional growth:

Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans

Financial Security: 401(k) retirement plan with company match, company-paid life insurance, short-term disability (STD), and long-term disability (LTD)

Time Away: Paid vacation and sick time, plus paid holidays

Perks: Complimentary golf and racquet center use, and retail discounts on spa and golf shop products

Professional Growth: Training and development opportunities in a luxury hospitality environment

At CordeValle, we live by our Core Values: Committed, Authentic, Ambassador, Resourceful, and Excellent. These values guide how we work together and how we deliver exceptional experiences to our members and guests.

Join our team and experience the pride of working for one of California’s premier private resorts and wineries.

Cordevalle Winery is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. This position is offered as at-will employment under California law.