FULL CHARGE BOOKKEEPER/ HR MANAGER – WINERY ESTATE
The Full Charge Bookkeeper / HR Manager is a key role responsible for managing the accounting and human resources operations of the winery estate, and assisting with miscellaneous administrative functions. This position ensures strategic alignment across departments, supports business decision-making through accurate financial reporting, and oversees core administrative functions to promote operational efficiency.
Financial Management
- Perform full-charge bookkeeping for multi-entity company group.
- Support financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
- Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger functions
- Manage payroll, including taxes, deductions, and ensuring accurate payments to employees.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in a timely manner.
- Monitor cash flow, working capital, and financial deadlines.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and other relevant financial regulations with CPA guidance.
- Conduct weekly bank deposits and manage cash handling protocols.
- Ensure timely filing of tax and related documents.
Human Resources
- Administer onboarding, benefits, compliance, and payroll in coordination with HR support
- Maintain up-to-date employee records.
- Handle employee inquiries, complaints, and conflicts, ensuring a positive and productive work environment.
- Manage employee compensation, benefits programs (like insurance and retirement plans).
- Assist with compliance with employment laws and regulations, including labor standards, discrimination laws, and workplace safety regulations
- Recommend best HR practices to employer
Business Administration
- Assist with day-to-day administrative functions including office operations, meeting coordination, facilities, and procurement.
- Assist with maintenance of effective administrative systems, policies, and procedures across departments.
- Assist with management of insurance policies, vendor contracts, and company records.
- Foster effective cross-functional collaboration with departments.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience in bookkeeping, human resources, and administrative management
- Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks) and payroll systems
- Proficiency in data entry software (e.g., Excel)
- An eye for detail
- The ability to meet deadlines
- The ability to communicate complex data in a clear way
- Exceptional organizational skills
- The ability to prioritize projects
- Excellent data entry skills
- Payroll accounting skills
- Proven integrity and discretion in handling sensitive information
- Ability to pass a background check
- Must be available to work onsite full-time, Monday through Friday, in Santa Ynez, California
What We Offer
- A collaborative and inspiring workplace in a scenic estate setting
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and PTO
- Generous employee discounts and perks
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $68,640.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
