Bookkeeper - City Winery : Job Details

Wine, food, and live entertainment collide at City Winery to create a dynamic and incredibly unique workplace. Since 2008, City Winery has been turning heads across the nation with amazing live performances, delectable cuisine, and award-winning, locally produced wines. But there's more to us than that - we're a haven for community and creativity, a place where the philosophy of hospitality is more than just a buzzword, but a way of life. Who are you? You're a rockstar with a passion for music, a love of wine, and a deep respect for hospitality. You know how to connect with people, but you're not just a people pleaser - you thrive under pressure and love making quick decisions that impact the business and culture. You know you have more to learn and are always looking for ways to grow, both personally and professionally. With an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to be a part of something bigger, you want to join a brand and culture that not only makes a difference, but also helps others INDULGE THEIR SENSES. Who are we? City Winery, founded by music industry veteran & visionary Michael Dorf, has established itself as a one-of-a-kind brand providing unforgettable experiences for guests. From world-class music venues to sustainably produced wines with ratings of 90+ points, City Winery offers a range of top-notch events & experiences. Why us? Competitive pay plus generous benefits. An atmosphere of learning, development & enrichment opportunities. A career trajectory within a growing company with abundant opportunities for advancement. A fun team of passionate individuals who share your love of hospitality and the opportunity to provide guests with unforgettable nights filled with music & wine.

Position Summary

The position of Controller is responsible for supporting the Chief Accounting Officer in ensuring the smooth operation of the department by performing a variety of accounting duties. Work requires a high degree of independent judgment and is highly variable and complex, requiring interpretation of needs, guidelines, policies, procedures and precedents. In this position the person will support all departments within the organization and will be responsible to supervise both exempt and non-exempt staff.

Overview of Responsibilities

Oversee Finance team in the areas of AP, AR, Financial Reporting, Analytics and other related responsibilities.

Proven ability to modify and improve existing manual systems; Collaborate with IT, HR, and business partners to develop, consolidate, and optimize systems.

Develop business processes and accounting policies that promote business growth and decision making.

Oversee the preparation of monthly financial performance review and reporting

Reviews transactions prepared by the Accounting Department prior to posting; including entries for daily cash management, lease accounting, payroll, fixed-asset depreciation, prepaid and accrued expenses.

Reviews and posts journal entries and ensures monthly account reconciliations and analyses are completed in a timely manner.

Conducts a variance analysis of actual vs. budget of financial statements and industry key performance indicators

Monitors accounts payable to ensure that invoices have been accurately posted

Review balance sheet accounts on a regular basis for proper presentation and accuracy.

Enhance and/or develop, implement and enforce policies and procedures of the organization by way of systems that will improve the overall operation and effectiveness of the corporation.

Provide technical financial advice and knowledge to others and develop cost saving initiatives

Ensure that effective internal controls are in place and maintain compliance with GAAP and applicable federal, state, and local regulations

Work closely with external accounting firm to prepare financial information

May perform other duties and participate in projects as required by the business.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or a related field

5-7 years of experience working in accounting

Understanding of computer systems and the integration of data into the general ledger software

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to effectively communicate with teams across the entire organization

Professional and effective interpersonal, communication, and listening skills

Must be detail oriented with particular strength in time management and organization

Ability to manage multiple priorities and produce deliverables within strict deadlines

Must be able to sit for extended periods of time; stand and walk regularly

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