Chappellet was founded by Donn and Molly Chappellet in 1967 and is today run by the second generation of the Chappellet family. Chappellet is recognized as one of the great Napa Valley wineries, and one of the few which remains family owned and operated. Working at Chappellet is more than an ordinary job, it’s joining a family. From working directly with members of the Chappellet family, to employees who have worked for the winery for over 50 years to the teams we build with trust loyalty, respect, and integrity, working at Chappellet is like no other job.

We offer competitive pay, incentives, company paid benefits, wine discounts, tuition reimbursement, 401k with matching contributions, and opportunities for growth.

We are driven and guided by our core values of:
-Excellence
-Respect
-Integrity
-Communication
-Creativity
-Harmony

To be considered for an opportunity to join our family please follow the instructions to apply for this position. Whether you join our team or not, we wish you much success in your career.

JOB POSTING:

Chappellet Winery and Vineyard is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our finance team. The Staff Accountant is an integral part of the accounting operations of the company and will aid in the preparation of accounting and financial data. Responsibilities include aspects of month end close, AR, AP, Inventory, Payroll, Benefits, Reconciliations and Reporting.

The Staff Accountant must demonstrate Chappellet’s ERICCH values: Excellence, Respect, Integrity, Communication, Creativity, and Harmony.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

The Staff Accountant will report to the Controller and will be part of Chappellet’s accounting/admin department.

RESPONSIBILITIES SUMMARY

•  Responsible for accounts payable, including: disbursement of invoices for approval, entry, and statement review in JP Morgan/Bill.com environment
•  Process weekly check run in conjunction with Accounting Manager
•  Record bank transactions and make deposits
•  Process bi-weekly payroll in conjunction with Accounting Manager
•  Organize and assist with employee expense reports for credit card statements
•  Prepare weekly reporting in support of compliance (tax/shipping), inventory, and data management
•  Prepare journal entries including prepaids, accruals, and reversing entries
•  Complete assigned GL reconciliations
•  Assist with semi-annual inventory counts, other counts as needed
•  Administrative tasks include filing and other ongoing organizational items
•  Other projects as directed

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

•  Effective verbal and written communication skills
•  Commitment to excellence and high standards
•  Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
•  Ability to manage priorities and workflow
•  Strong attention to detail
•  Proficient in other Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams
•  Ability to work well with all levels and departments within the company
•  Versatile, flexible, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm

QUALIFICATIONS

•  Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, or Finance or equivalent
•  Experience: 2 years of relevant education or responsibility in accounting and finance
•  Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
•  Experience or equivalent knowledge around general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process
•  Experience with Business Central accounting system and Commerce7 a plus
•  Bilingual (Spanish and English) a plus