OUR COMPANY:

Wilding Brands is an innovative family of craft beverage brands fueled by a love for creativity and connection. Headquartered in Lafayette, Colorado, we’re all about crafting unforgettable drinks and moments, embracing adventure, and celebrating the communities in which we thrive.
We have grown into seven unique beverage brands, including Stem Ciders, Denver Beer Co., Cerveceria Colorado, Funkwerks Brewing, Formation Brewing, Howdy Beer Co., and Easy Living Hop Water. With ten vibrant taprooms and restaurants scattered across Colorado, we’re not just part of the craft beverage scene—we’re shaping it.

JOB SUMMARY

We are looking for a strong accounting/finance professional to assist with monthly accounting tasks and provide payroll and benefits support. The position is full-time and will be offered a competitive compensation package including benefits. At a minimum, candidates must possess the skills below and be able to thrive in a rapidly growing, fast-paced environment. Strong preference given to candidates with prior craft cidery/brewery or food & beverage experience.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong operational accounting skills and experience in customer service.
• A working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Demonstrated ability to adhere to and enhance accounting/finance policies, procedures, and controls.
• Effective communicator, with strong interpersonal, oral and written skills.
• Ability to be flexible and prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast paced and growing company.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills and ability to create efficiencies.
• Experience with financial reporting and/or ERP systems (Quickbooks is highly desired).
• Experience with Paylocity software a plus.
• Experience with manufacturing and inventory management software is highly desired.
• Self-motivated and able to work with people of all levels within the organization.
• 5+ years experience.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required)
• CPA/CPP preferred (not required)
  Job Type: Full-time
  Pay: $78,971.00 - $82,485.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Lafayette, CO 80026 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Lafayette, CO 80026: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In perso

• Assist with implementing and supporting internal controls and GAAP compliance.
• Assists in resetting processes, as needed, to conform to GAAP Standards
• Support operational accounting functions including journal entries, recons, and audits.
• Maintain general ledger to ensure accurate and timely financials.
• Assists management in various ad-hoc analysis, special projects and audits.
• Timely preparation of month end close responsibilities.
• Maintain P&L and Balance Sheet cleanliness including proper mapping for activity to the corresponding accounts in the ledger.
• Maintain detailed spreadsheets and supporting schedules to assist in reviews.
• Provide technical accounting research and support for the controller.
• Support month end reporting and weekly labor analysis as well as monthly KPI analysis.
• Support external audits for benefits such as 401(k) investments and insurance while providing complete and accurate supporting documentation.
• Calculate payroll and implement changes in roles or reporting structure timely and accurately.
• Serve as a liaison between the company and employees while processing pay and benefits.
• Utilize various accounting software such as Toast and 7Shifts for payroll calculations.
• Reconcile payroll liability accounts and accrue for unpaid balances on a monthly basis.
• Maintain accurate and complete documents of payroll records while complying with all federal, state and local payroll tax regulations.
• Assist with year end payroll forms, such as W-2, 1095 and 1099.
• Maintain flexibility to work on special projects as needed.