Join the Team

Join our dynamic Finance Team at Far Niente Wine Estates in the newly created role of Assistant Controller.

Founded in Oakville, California in 1885 and restored in 1979, Far Niente is consistently recognized as a benchmark producer of Napa Valley Chardonnay and Oakville Estate Cabernet Sauvignon.

Our team is expanding to support our growing portfolio. The Assistant Controller is responsible for ensuring the integrity and accuracy of financial reports, overseeing the analysis and summary of the company’s financial results. In support of the Controller, the incumbent must be diligent in reviewing and reporting all aspects of operations to provide management with effective measurement tools.

You will be successful in this role while performing these essential responsibilities:

Collaborates with the Controller to ensure that the financial information is prepared in strict adherence with US GAAP, company policies and procedures and sound financial management practices.

Stays current on financial reporting issues.

Manages phases of Month-End close reporting, including preparation or review of monthly closing entries and reconciliation, including cost accounting.

Assists with documenting and monitoring of accounting processes and internal controls.

Develops and implements training programs for all departmental employees, including cross training of positions.

Make recommendations regarding efficiency within the department.

Supports other users with troubleshooting and problem resolutions.

Maintains Fixed Asset accounting records and interfaces with managers to monitor progress on capital projects.

Partners with key managers on Capex Planning and Management.

Our organizational culture is built upon a strong foundation of shared commitments:

Demonstrates ownership of job responsibilities through focus, determination, and attention to detail.

Demonstrates an attitude of teamwork by working collaboratively with peers to identify positive solutions to problems or issues.

Displays trust in their actions, having the confidence to know that we are all working for the benefit of each other.

Bring forward ideas for improvement and ways to increase efficiency.Is open to new ideas and positive change.

Strives to elevate their performance and welcomes feedback.Is receptive to changing needs and priorities.

Demonstrates respect for peers and colleagues, embraces differences, and strives for understanding.

Shows care and responsibility for the resources provided to them and aids in our efforts for social responsibility and being environmentally conscious.

Acts with integrity, honesty, and fairness, working towards achieving personal achievement rather than public attention.

Demonstrates pride in their work while striving for excellence.

You will be qualified for this role if you met these requirements:

1. 5+ years’ experience in an accounting management position.
2. Minimum bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting. Must have a solid GAAP accounting theory background. Strong PC computer literacy skills.
3. Strong interpersonal and analytical skills. Competent to work independently and part of a team.
4. Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
5. Ability to sit for long periods.
6. Ability to stand, ascend and descend stairs.

More about our Story:

A dedication to winemaking in its highest form, paired with a focus on house style, vineyard ownership, social responsibility, and legendary hospitality, has established Far Niente Wine Estates as one of the world's great producers of luxury wines.

Over the years, we have proudly added exceptional wine brands to our family.

Established in 1989, Dolce is the only American brand dedicated to producing a single late harvest wine. Our second Oakville winery, Nickel & Nickel, focuses on 100-percent varietal, single-vineyard wines from some of Napa Valley’s finest vineyard appellations. In 2007, we launched EnRoute, which is committed to crafting focused, textured Pinot Noir from the Russian River Valley.

Bella Union was founded in 2012, and the iconic estate opened in 2024. At Bella Union, we celebrate the beautiful union of mastery + artistry by showcasing different expressions of Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon, world-renowned for its consistently smooth and structured style. And finally, Post and Beam, which represents craftsmanship, tradition, legacy and purity in winemaking.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.