About Our Companies

Ponte Winery, Ponte Vineyard Inn, and Bottaia Winery are a family-owned hospitality and wine enterprise in the heart of Temecula Wine Country. Since 1984, we have farmed estate vineyards and now produce over 20 estate-grown varietals within certified sustainable facilities. Our Four Diamond, 90-room boutique hotel offers guests a relaxing escape among 300 acres of vineyards, while Bottaia Winery provides a modern wine tasting and poolside experience. Together, our associates are dedicated to delivering excellent hospitality, outstanding food and wine, and memorable guest experiences across all properties.

Summary

The General Accountant provides accounting and administrative support across multiple entities. This position focuses on accurate recordkeeping, reconciliations, and transactional processing while maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality and integrity. Working closely with the Controller, this role supports day-to-day accounting for operating and management entities.

Schedule

Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm.
Flexibility required during payroll deadlines and year-end reporting periods.

Compensation: $33.00–$35.00 hourly, depending on experience.

Benefits Per Company Plan Details

Medical, Dental, Vision
401k Matching Plan
Life Insurance
Hospital Confinement Plan
Pet Insurance
3 Weeks of PTO
8 Paid Holidays
Associate Birthday Paid Off
The terms and conditions associated with each Benefit are outlined in the Associate Handbook, additional documentation provided by Human Resources, or within the policies of the carriers providing the benefits*

Essential Duties and Key Responsibilities

General Ledger Management

Prepare and post recurring, adjusting, and correcting journal entries.
Maintain chart of accounts consistency across multiple general entities.
Monitor GL activity for accuracy, completeness, and proper classification.

Accounts Payable

Review, code, and enter invoices with supporting documentation.
Ensure proper approval routing in accordance with internal policies.
Prepare weekly AP check runs, ACH payments, and vendor reconciliations.
Maintain vendor files, W-9 collection, and assist with 1099 year-end preparation.

Accounts Receivable

Generate invoices for management fees, shared services, and intercompany charges.
Record daily cash receipts and reconcile to bank activity.
Monitor aging reports and communicate discrepancies.

Banking, Treasury & Cash Management

Reconcile all bank accounts monthly with accurate documentation.
Prepare wire transfer templates under Controller supervision.
Track daily cash balances and prepare reports as requested.

Intercompany Accounting

Prepare and record intercompany billings, allocations, and settlements.
Reconcile due to/due from accounts across entities.
Maintain supporting schedules and agreements.

Financial Reporting & Month-End Close

Assist with month-end close activities including accruals and reconciliations.
Prepare supporting schedules for financial statements and audits.
Maintain fixed asset schedules and depreciation entries.

Budgeting & Forecasting Support

Assist the Controller with data gathering for annual budgets and forecasts.
Prepare budget-to-actual variance support.

Compliance & Audit Support

Compile documentation for external audits, lender reviews, and tax preparation.
Ensure adherence to internal controls and accounting procedures.

Document & Record Management

Maintain organized digital and physical accounting files.
Update process documentation and accounting workflows.

Cross-Department Support

Work with hotel, winery, restaurant, HR, and operations teams for accurate coding.
Provide accounting support and troubleshooting to managers.
Any other duties as assigned by your Manager.

Requirements

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
2–4 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a multi-entity environment.
Experience in hospitality, real estate, or service-based industries preferred but not required.
Experience with month-end close, reconciliations, and general ledger accountingrequired.

Technical Skills

Proficiencywith accounting software (QuickBooks, Sage, or equivalent).
Strong Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data reconciliation.
Ability to interpret financial data and prepare supporting schedules.
Familiarity with AP/AR workflows, banking platforms, and document management systems.

Knowledge & Abilities

Strong understanding of GAAP and accrual-based accounting.
High attention to detail with strong organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, multi-entity environment.
Ability tomaintainconfidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally across departments.

Company Standards

Understand the PONTE Values, and Service Standards.
Ensure the safety of guests and associates.
Follow the environmental standards set by the Company
Treat all associates and guests in a respectful manner.
Exhibit integrity (honesty and truthfulness).
Perform any other duties as required by yourManager.

GENERAL ACCOUNTANT

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