Crimson Wine Group · 1 day ago
Sr Cost Accountant
Crimson Wine Group is dedicated to managing a diverse portfolio of vineyards and estates along the West Coast. The Senior Cost Accountant is responsible for accounting, reconciliation, and analysis related to the company's vineyards and bulk wine inventory, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with regulatory guidelines.
Responsibilities
Documents and communicates standard operating procedures and policies pertaining to the company’s bulk wine inventory. Makes recommendations to improve or streamline procedures
Performs annual (or as scheduled) bulk wine inventory reconciliation of physical to perpetual balances for all locations where the company stores bulk wine inventory
Reconciles inventory sub ledger to the general ledger monthly
Performs other balance sheet account reconciliations and analysis related to bulk wine inventory, overheads, vineyards, etc
Performs bill of materials level costing for finished goods items, rolling up bulk wine and all components and overheads
Partners with FP&A to lead routine review meetings with the farming and winemaking teams to communicate budget vs. actual results, current metrics, and make recommendations / get feedback on current projects
Provides management reporting on bulk wine inventory availability and cost per gallon, overhead rates, harvest details, supply chain, and ad hoc reporting as needed or requested
Participates in the production planning process with the Inventory Analyst by reviewing a 12-month rolling schedule of upcoming bottlings across wineries and brands
Assists in review and maintenance of item card set up in the company’s ERP system and other 3rd party systems for both wine and non-wine products
Performs final costing of all harvest activities (estate fruit, purchased fruit, and crush overhead), assigning cost to the related bulk wine
Manages all bulk wine related contracts (purchased grape and bulk wine, custom winemaking, etc.), facilitates final signatures, organization of fully executed agreements, and any related system setup
Assists in the risk analysis on excess bulk wine inventory and works with winemaking team on disposition plans for stock
Performs cycle counts of inventory held at different locations to ensure proper recording and safeguarding of inventory
Provides general customer support for all inquiries into stock levels, transactions, item set up, costing, etc
Provides assistance and support with inventory requests related to the company’s quarterly financial reviews, internal controls and fiscal year-end audit
Assists with related special projects as required
Performs other duties as assigned by manager
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree (B.A.) in related field or equivalent
4+ years of Accounting/Finance experience +/or training, with Cost Accounting and winery experience preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, advanced Excel required
Ability to prepare reports and business correspondence
Commitment to excellence and high standards
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills; able to manage priorities and workflow
Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams and committees
Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
Preferred
Experience with Business Central; Solver; Vintrace; Power Bi desired
Company
Crimson Wine Group
Crimson Wine Group is a brand that produces and supplies a range of wines.
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
2025-06-17
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