Confidential Looking for Manager or Director of Finance at Napa, CA Full Time

Job Summary: The Manager or Director of Finance is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing the Finance and Accounting operations of our confidential client in the Consumer Products business. Reporting directly to the top leader of the business, this individual will lead the Finance and Accounting team and drive key process improvements to enhance revenue and operational growth. The Manager or Director of Finance will play a pivotal role in providing financial planning, debt financing, and budget management expertise, ensuring the organization’s accounting procedures and reporting align with generally accepted accounting principles. Moreover, this role requires close collaboration with the operations and supply chain teams to enhance margins and efficiencies. As a strategic thought partner, the Manager or Director of Finance will work closely with the top leader of the business to contribute to the business’s growth and success.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Establish and maintain a robust system of internal controls to ensure compliance with accounting standards, financial policies, and procedures.
• Develop a deep understanding of the accounting systems, financial reporting, and general ledger structure, leading the functional strategy and operational direction of the Accounting and Reporting team.
• Oversee the preparation, review, and accuracy of all financial, managerial, and investor reporting.
• Lead the budgeting process and maintain an accurate financial and cash flow forecast, proactively keeping management and the board informed about the company’s financial health.
• Support the management, execution, and resolution components of all internal and external audits.
• Facilitate the implementation of new accounting and financial systems with a focus on accuracy and control.
• Drive assessment and execution of process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Manage a department comprising multiple resources (managers, general accountants, team leads, back office) to ensure successful execution of deliverables.
• Respond to inquiries regarding financial results, special reporting requests, and ad-hoc management inquiries.
• Perform other duties as required and assigned.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must demonstrate the following qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting and 7+ years of experience in accounting, finance, and budgeting operations required.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) highly desirable.

Experience and Skills:

• 7+ years of progressive financial management experience, with at least 3 years in a Controller role preferred.
• Experience in a turnaround environment where the individual to include supporting such tactics as cost reduction, operational restructuring, debt restructuring, implementing rigorous financial controls and reporting mechanisms to monitor progress and identify areas needing further attention, etc.
• Proven experience leading accounting teams with a sense of urgency and drive.
• Advanced knowledge of accounting practices and procedures, including US GAAP and regulatory reporting standards (experience in wine and spirits industry a plus).
• Strong project management skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize high-priority initiatives on concurrent timelines.
• Experience with NetSuite products and exposure to ADP Payroll is desirable.
• Effective and solution-oriented decision-making in complex situations.
• Ability to adapt and handle multiple demands and competing priorities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to interact with executive management, peers, subordinates, banks, landlords, and vendors.
• Proficiency in conflict resolution and managing stressful situations professionally.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Creative, enthusiastic, and a team player with a positive outlook.
• Experience in the restaurant space and/or with businesses that do alcohol related sales is desired.

The Manager or Director of Finance is expected to embody and promote our company culture of high standards, innovation, continuous improvement, trust in the team, and sustainable relationships. Effective communication, receptiveness to feedback, and commitment to safety are integral to success in this role. All employees are expected to follow company policies and procedures.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $110,000.00 – $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Napa, CA 94559: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Required)

Experience:

• progressive financial management: 7 years (Required)
• Accounting: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPA (Preferred)

Work Location: In person