Controller

Europa Village Winery and Resort

Controller

Temecula, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    Company parties

    Dental insurance

    Employee discounts

    Free food & snacks

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Parental leave

    Training & development

    Vision insurance

    Europa Village is a one-of-a-kind Wine Country destination offering an Old World European experience where service is gracious and unlimited. Everything viewed, touched and crafted will reflect an unsurpassed level of authenticity that speaks to our theme. We offer amazing wines in our Tasting Room, a delicious menu at Bolero Restaurante, and a total of 20 beautiful rooms to enjoy a getaway. Our venue is the perfect place for a wine country wedding or private event.

    Europa Village is looking to fill the position of Controller. This position will oversee the accounting strategy and manage the accounting function. This role will report to the Director of Finance but work closely with the operations function of the company. A successful candidate will have an enthusiastic work ethic. This role will manage and supervise all aspects of accounting from month end close to tax compliance. Experience with retail inventory is a plus for this position.

    Position Information:

    1. Position Title: Controller

    2. Position Reports to: Director of Finance, Kamron Riches

    3. Division and Department: Accounting & Finance

    4. Position: Full-Time and Exempt

    Responsibilities of Position:

    1. Manage the accounting operations at the Europa Village Winery and Resort.

    2. Manage the month end close process.

    3. Prepare, and report monthly financial package.

    4. Present monthly financial package to management team.

    5. Manage year-end financial GAAP audit and prepare the audited financial statements and disclosures.

    6. Prepare monthly KPI for Europa management.

    7. Manage wine inventory by accurately tracking and recording wine production, and lead in quarterly inventory counts.

    8. Analyze and properly cost all inventories including wine, F&B, and retail.

    9. Prepare, update, and maintain winery standard operating procedures.

    10. Prepare various monthly departmental analysis reports.

    11. Participate in weekly head of department meetings.

    12. Maintain construction in progress workpapers for multiple projects, including cost segregation study workpapers.

    13. Maintain fixed asset schedules.

    14. Maintain capital expenditure schedules.

    15. Monthly analysis of investor and capital balance sheet accounts.

    16. Prepare and record journal entries, including monthly accruals.

    17. Manage the general ledger.

    18. Assist and lead departmental system implementations.

    19. Lead financial review with departmental heads.

    20. Plan and lead year end physical inventory counts.

    21. Assist in preparation of annual I-924A Regional Center Certification.

    22. Other ad-hoc reporting, as needed.

    Expectations of Position:

    1. The ability to solve problems, make recommendations and advocate for their implementation.

    2. The ability to communicate effectively and timely both verbally and in writing.

    3. The ability to effectively manage many projects and deadlines simultaneously.

    4. Adherence to company policies and procedures.

    5. Create and foster an environment of “teamwork” and treating team members with respect.

    6. Individuals should possess a positive attitude and attention to detail.

    Education & Experience Requirements for Position:

    1. A minimum of BS or BA in Finance, Accounting, Economics or Real Estate Development. A CPA or MBA designation is preferred.

    2. High proficiency in with Excel, including pivot tables, complex formulas, and data management. Strong ability to use and integrate other software tools including Oracle Financial Cloud, MS Office and others.

    3. Strong fluency with Excel, including pivot tables, V-Lookups, complex formulas, and data management. Strong ability to use and integrate other software tools including Oracle Financial Cloud, MS Office and others.

    4. Demonstrated involvement in professional organizations and community.