What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant position at Hazy Mountain Vineyards & Brewery?
Job Title: Accountant
Location: Hazy Mountain Vineyards
Position Type: Full-time
Reports To: Ownership / Leadership Team
About Hazy Mountain Vineyards
At Hazy Mountain, we’re not just a single operation, we’re a collection of vibrant business units spanning hospitality, food and beverage, events, and more. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional guest experiences while running a dynamic, multi-entity business behind the scenes.
We are seeking an Accountant who is versatile, detail-driven, and thrives in an evolving environment. This is a unique opportunity to serve as a trusted financial partner to ownership, delivering insight that drives strategic decisions and long-term growth across multiple entities.
If you love variety, value autonomy, and enjoy seeing the big picture behind the numbers, you’ll feel right at home here.
Position Overview
The Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records across multiple entities within the Hazy Mountain portfolio. This role manages full-cycle accounting processes including accounts payable, accounts receivable, weekly payroll, reconciliations, reporting, compliance, and month-end close.
This position plays a key role in producing clear and timely financial statements, supporting budgeting and forecasting, and providing leadership with reports and insights that support business growth and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Full-Cycle Accounting & Bookkeeping
- Maintain accurate books for each entity, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll entries, and general ledger posting.
- Ensure transactions are properly coded, recorded, and aligned with internal controls and accounting best practices.
- Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules.
Reconciliations & Month-End Close
- Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and key balance sheet accounts on a regular basis.
- Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes by entity.
- Prepare and deliver financial statements for each entity with accuracy and consistency.
Reporting, Budgeting & Performance Tracking
- Track budgets and monitor performance across the portfolio.
- Deliver clear reports and actionable insights to ownership and leadership.
- Assist with cash flow management, forecasting, and financial planning.
- Evaluate operating costs and identify opportunities to increase efficiency and improve margins.
Compliance & External Coordination
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations and tax laws across the organization.
- Coordinate with outside auditors and tax preparers to support filings, reviews, and audit readiness.
- Build and maintain accounting policies and procedures to support consistency and scalability.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 3 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience, ideally supporting multiple entities.
- Proficiency in QuickBooks or Xero, plus strong Excel skills.
- Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and high standards of accuracy.
- Clear communicator who can translate numbers into insights for non-finance leaders.
- Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently.
Preferred Qualifications
- Multi-entity reporting experience.
- CPA certification.
- Cash flow forecasting and budget management experience.
- Familiarity with compliance across diverse industries (hospitality, events, food and beverage, etc.).
Why Join Us?
At Hazy Mountain, we offer more than just a job. You’ll have the opportunity to work directly with ownership, support multiple fast-moving business units, and play a meaningful role in driving long-term growth. We value autonomy, accountability, and people who take pride in building strong financial systems behind a premium guest experience.
We offer a collaborative environment, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to build a career within a thriving and expanding organization.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Hazy Mountain Vineyards is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Additional Notes
This job description is intended as a guiding framework. Responsibilities may evolve as the business and portfolio continue to grow.