Traverse City Whiskey Co. · 7 hours ago
Financial Controller
Traverse City, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expTraverse City Whiskey Co. is seeking a Financial Controller to oversee financial management, planning, regulatory compliance, accounting operations, and financial record-keeping. The role involves leading day-to-day financial activities, supervising the accounting and HR team, and providing financial insights to support strategic decisions and organizational growth.
DistilleryWine And Spirits
Responsibilities
Oversees the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
Ensures compliance with GAAP and internal policies
Review reconciliations, journal entries, and financial schedules for accuracy
Develops key metrics and reports to monitor business performance
Manages and maintains expertise in the accounting software program
Leads the annual budgeting process
Develops rolling forecasts and financial modeling
Provides variance analysis and explains financial performance to Owners and Leadership Team
Support scenario planning and sensitivity analyses to emphasize strategic insight
Conducts ROI analysis and modeling to assist in business decisions
Designs, implements, and monitors internal controls, assesses current accounting operations and internal processes and offers recommendations for improvement
Develops financial policies and processes
Collaborates with the Leadership Team and Owners to educate and enforce accounting policies
Ensures compliance with tax laws, audit requirements, and industry regulations
Coordinates external bank and CPA audits and manages audits requests
Oversees insurance and risk management policies
Monitors short and long term liquidity and working capital to ensure financial stability
Maintains bank relationships, and oversees credit facilities and cash projections
Manages debt and collections
Creates a culture of accountability, support and professionalism
Establishes efficient month-end and year-end closing processes
Implements accounting policies and best practices
Oversees ERP/accounting system configuration and enhancements
Streamlines accounting and operational processes to improve efficiency and accuracy
Ensures proper integration of operational data (inventory, POS, manufacturing, costing, intercompany transactions)
Provides financial guidance for strategic planning, capital investments, and business growth initiatives
Identifies and evaluates opportunities for operational efficiencies and costs-savings
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Finance required
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a Financial Controller or similar role
Experience in cost accounting and cost analysis required
Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, audit standards, tax fundamentals, and financial reporting requirements
Excellent verbal and written English communication skills
Preferred
CPA preferred
Manufacturing experience highly preferred
Experience with complex ERP systems is highly preferred
Benefits
401(k) matching
Company parties
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Employee discounts
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Wellness resources
Company
Traverse City Whiskey Co.
Traverse City Whiskey Co. operates as a craft distillery.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Chris Fredrickson
President & Co-Founder
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