Position summary:

The Accountant role has one primary goal: to facilitate accurate and efficient financial processes in the brewery. The role is the key contact for our outsourced third-party accounting function, owns internal finance operations while continuously improving all the company's financial procedures and systems. 

About us:

Reuben's Brews is a family brewery that opened in 2012. We brew from the glass backwards: designing each beer with intention, unbound by constraints. We know making the extra effort is worth it. We are the most decorated brewery in Washington, have two brewhouses, two tasting rooms, and two private event spaces, and we distribute our beer predominantly in the Pacific Northwest. In 2023 we brewed 27,000 BBLs. 

The role:

This role is responsible for the following:

• Financial close: contact for external accounting firm, project manage and facilitate close 
• Financial operations: AR, expenses, payroll processing, banking and AP management 
• Internal and customer pricing management: distributor sales forms, invoicing, system data integrity 
• Systems and internal controls (EKOS, Expensify, Bill, QBO, Payroll) 
• Administration and operations (including facilities management, third-party party accounts liaison) 
• Ad hoc projects including data analysis 

The successful candidate will be an individual contributor and may work on projects assisting the brewery's senior leadership team working on the strategic direction of the business.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in bookkeeping, accounts payable, or a similar financial role 
• Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems (e.g. QuickBooks, Bill.com, Expensify), as well as Microsoft Excel
• Strong understanding of payroll, accounts payable, and other finance operations best practices 
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies effectively 
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact with internal and external customers 
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously 
• Analytical mindset with a problem-solving orientation 
• High level of integrity and professionalism when handling sensitive financial information 
• Experience in the beer or beverage industry or another fast-moving industry an advantage 
• Small or medium-sized high-growth company experience an advantage 
• EOS experience an advantage 
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is preferred
• Be available to work evenings and weekends as necessary 

In addition to these minimum requirements, we expect the successful candidate will demonstrate the following:

• Glass Backwards mentality – taking unique, solution-focused approaches to problems
• A proven track record of Making it Happen – infectiously enthusiastic and can-do attitude – a thirst to learn, to teach others, and an obsessive commitment to our brewery’s success is an absolute must
• "We are here to delight" mindset for both internal and external customers, partners, and the Reuben’s team as a whole 
• One Team mentality – a team-focused approach to achieving results
• Other-centeredness – no ego, a focus on team results, and a willingness to roll up their sleeves and jump in where needed 
• Passion for Craft – recognize and live a mentality that the extra effort is worth it. 

The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned from time to time as necessitated by business demands. Roles and responsibilities may evolve over the years reflecting the growth and maturity of the brewery.

Our team is the heart of Reuben’s Brews. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, career development opportunities and the exciting opportunity to help us craft a wonderful future.

All offers are also now contingent upon COVID-19 vaccination. We have determined that requiring vaccines for all staff is the best way for us to help protect your safety and the safety of our communities. Candidates seeking employment with Reuben’s will be required to: (1) be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and its variants by their start date unless a medical or religious exemption has been approved and a reasonable accommodation has been granted; and (2) submit proof of vaccination prior to their start date. The preceding is a condition of employment with Reuben’s Brews.

Details:

• Must be over 21
• This position is in-person
• $25-$35 per hour, depending on experience