Accountant I

Company: Bronco Wine Company Reporting to: Accounting Manager / Senior Accounting Manager Location: On-site, Ceres, CA FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Employment Category: Full-Time Regular Pay Range: $71,800-$85,000 Shift: First Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Pacific Time Travel Requirements: None

Bronco Wine Company is seeking an Accountant I based in Ceres, CA. The Accountant I is the entry level of the Accountant series. Working under general supervision, the Accountant I prepares monthly financial statements and month-end reports for assigned companies, reconciles general ledger activity, and supports Bronco Wine Company’s financial reporting as assigned by supervision and management.

Depending on team needs, assignments may also include support for cost accounting, intercompany accounting, fixed assets, construction in progress, cash management, inventory, customer invoicing, crush-related reporting, and annual audit preparation. Experience in every area is not required.

Bronco Wine Company was founded in 1973. Our family-owned company strives to continue and improve upon being vertically integrated, from the vineyard to the table, focusing on crafting quality wines for every table. Our family’s resilience and sustained growth will continue to be fostered through stewardship of family, valued employees, respected partners, and future generations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Follow applicable company policies, internal controls, and ISO 9001, HACCP, and GMP requirements as they relate to assigned accounting work.
• Prepare month-end journal entries and supporting analyses and schedules for assigned companies.
• Assist with preparing month-end financial statements for assigned companies.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts monthly for assigned companies.
• Prepare annual accounting accruals and reconciliations in support of tax-return preparation for assigned companies.
• Assist Finance leadership and the accounting team with financial-reporting preparation for Bronco Wine Company and other entities as needed or requested.
• Respond to routine requests from independent auditors, customers, and vendors related to assigned accounts, representing Bronco Wine Company professionally.
• Perform accounting work in one or more of the following specialty areas, as assigned based on business need and experience:
• Assist with calculating and preparing cost standards for case-goods packaging and bulk wine.
• Assist with laid-in cost analyses that support ownership’s price-point determinations.
• Assist with monthly intercompany accounting, including reconciliation of intercompany clearing accounts.
• Assist with fixed-asset reconciliations and depreciation and asset-life calculations.
• Assist with tracking construction-in-progress budgets and costs to completion.
• Assist with daily cash-management activities.
• Prepare management reports regarding assigned-company activities.
• Assist with annual and as-needed case-goods and bulk-wine inventories.
• Assist with invoicing customers for bulk wine, hauling, bottling, and storage in accordance with applicable contracts.
• Prepare crush-related reports, including hauling, grower payments, and overhead.
• Assist with annual-audit preparation, including PBC schedules and onsite requests.
• Complete special projects and analyses as assigned.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned, consistent with the position’s purpose and operational needs.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline; in lieu of a bachelor’s degree, an equivalent combination of directly related education, professional training, certifications, and relevant experience may be considered.
• 0–2 years of accounting experience.
• Experience using an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel.
• Experience using general accounting software.
• Ability to analyze data and perform accurate calculations, with guidance as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Exposure to a large-scale enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, such as JD Edwards, SAP, or IFS.
• Experience with winery, grower, manufacturing, or standard-cost accounting practices.
• Experience preparing audit workpapers and supporting external audits.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of general accounting, financial reporting, reconciliations, accruals, fixed assets, inventory, cost accounting, and internal controls.
• Knowledge of auditing principles, including workpaper preparation and adequate internal controls.
• Familiarity with accounting practices in manufacturing or standard-cost environments.
• Ability to use ERP and general accounting systems to enter, retrieve, reconcile, and report financial information.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize workload effectively.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, solve problems, and make appropriate decisions within assigned authority.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with accounting colleagues and internal and external partners.
• Ability to maintain accurate financial records, schedules, reports, and supporting documentation.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to sit for extended periods, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to perform repetitive computer, keyboard, mouse, document-handling, and standard office-equipment tasks, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation and/or appropriate material-handling equipment or assistance, as applicable to the assigned task.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work is primarily performed indoors in a climate-controlled office environment with a generally low noise level.
• The role may periodically enter production or inventory areas in support of assigned responsibilities.
• Extended hours may be required during month-end and year-end close; occasional overtime as business needs require. No weekend work or travel is expected under normal conditions.
• Employees must follow applicable company, facility, safety, equipment-operation, and personal protective equipment requirements.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:

• Side-shield safety glasses, safety vest, head and hearing protection, and appropriate footwear when entering production facilities.
• Additional task-specific personal protective equipment may be required based on the assigned work area, activity, identified hazards, and applicable safety procedures.

WHAT WE OFFER At Bronco Wine Company, we understand that our success is driven by our talented, committed workforce. We value the contributions each employee makes to our achievements, and our aim is to offer a comprehensive benefits program that is competitive, helping us attract and retain top talent. Our Benefits are crafted to support the needs of our employees and their families, ensuring the package is simple to understand, easy to access, and affordable for all.

• Health Care Coverage including medical, dental, vision & prescription – eligible on date of hire for full-time employees
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Employee Wine Discounts
• Life and AD&D
• Voluntary life and AD&D
• Group Short-Term Disability
• Group Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Critical Illness
• Voluntary Accident & Injury
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program

EEO STATEMENT: Bronco Wine Company is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and takes pride in being an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will be considered for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic safeguarded by law. We are committed to cultivating an environment where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS: We will provide reasonable accommodations to assist individuals with disabilities in performing essential job functions. If you wish to apply for a position at Bronco Wine Company and require special assistance during the application process, or if you believe you do not meet the necessary qualifications for a posted position due to a protected disability and would like to discuss potential accommodations, please reach out to our Human Resources at HR@broncowine.com for further assistance or guidance. CALIFORNIA APPLICANT NOTICE: Bronco Wine Company complies with California pay-transparency and equal-pay requirements. The pay scale listed in this document is the salary or hourly wage range the Company reasonably expects to pay for the position and must be completed before the position is advertised. The Company does not seek or rely on an applicant’s salary history when determining whether to offer employment or what compensation to offer, as prohibited by applicable law.

RECRUITMENT AGENCIES: Bronco Wine Company does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Bronco Wine Company is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.