Job Description

Overview:ControllerWe have an incredible opportunity at our winery in Lake Country, BC for a Controller.ORourke Family Vineyards Ltd. is located in beautiful Lake Country, BC, surrounded by vineyards, orchards, and beautiful mountain views.We are currently recruiting for a Controller with a minimum of five (5) years practical experience in full cycle accounting.The ideal candidate will have strong accounting knowledge and experience in the hospitality, vineyard or winemaking industry. Experience in dealing with web-based sales is also a strong asset.The candidate must be energetic, positive, self-motivated and have a strong work ethic with attention to detail and the ability to work with little supervision. The ability to help build the wineries and the brand for the future, while working with the larger team is necessary. The business is very entrepreneurial and requires people that are willing to step up at times.Controller Functions and Responsibilities:Full cycle accounting including, but not limited to:

• Accounts payable, accounts receivables, payroll review and coding, product costing.
• Generating monthly reporting on business performance including income statements and job cost reports.
• Provides leadership/mentorship to the Accounts Payable Coordinator and Finance Assistant.
• Daily review of sales reconciliations for restaurant, winery, and accommodations.
• Inventory tracking and management, fixed asset management, product costing and analysis, and budgeting and forecasting.
• Monthly government and liquor board reporting and remittances.
• Oversight of the developing online sales initiatives to support the overall growth objectives of the company.
• Job costing and reporting for associated construction activities as the business makes significant capital investments expanding its existing operations.
• Assesses the effectiveness of existing systems, processes and internal controls within the accounting/finance function and provides recommendations for improvements and executes improvements with a focus on efficiency.
• Assist with estate property management.

Controller Qualifications and Experience:

• Canadian Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) Designation is required.
• Minimum of five (5) years full cycle accounting experience.
• Retail and Restaurant POS experience is an asset.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and ERP based financial systems.

Job Type: Full-time, PermanentLocation: Lake Country, BCSalary Range: $110,000-$135,000In-person interviews commencing: early February 2025ORourke Family Vineyards Ltd. adheres to employment equity and equal opportunity programs.We would like to thank all applicants for submitting their resume; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.**No recruitment agencies**

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