Senior Accountant

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At Coravin, we believe every moment is the perfect moment for great wine. As the global leader in wine by-the-glass exploration, our award-winning systems empower wine lovers and professionals to pour any wine, anytime, without compromise.

Trusted by top restaurants, bars, wineries, and retailers in over 60 countries, Coravin is changing the way wine is served, sold, and enjoyed. By allowing wine to be poured without pulling the cork, our systems eliminate waste, enhance profitability, and unlock new possibilities for wine programs worldwide.

At home, Coravin gives wine lovers the freedom to explore wine on their own terms, pouring just one glass at a time while keeping the rest of the bottle fresh for weeks, months, or even years. Whether discovering new vintages, hosting unforgettable tastings, or simply savoring a glass midweek, Coravin ensures that the best wines are always within reach, without the pressure to finish the bottle.

Available online and in-store, Coravin can be found in leading international retailers and fine wine shops around the world.

Our Mission: Changing the way the world drinks wine.

Our Vision: Giving wine lovers the power of choice, the flexibility and freedom to finish the bottle whenever they want, confident in that every glass will taste as good as the first.

Who are we: A global team of 70 people based in 8 countries - we are PASSIONATE PEOPLE, PIONEERING WINE EXPLORATION.

Our Values: We’re BETTER TOGETHER... like the best food and wine pairings. We are a friendly and inclusive “bunch”. We STRIVE TO THRIVE... like the best vines that continually adapt to their environment to produce the best grapes. We aim for the best possible “vintage”. We’re RESILIENT & RESOURCEFUL… like the best winemakers that navigate everything from bud burst to harvest, barreling to bottling. We do the right thing to create the best “blend”.

The Role:

Coravin is recruiting a Senior Accountant based in London to support the global finance & accounting team. This position will report to our Senior Director of Finance & Accounting, who is located in Spain. As a key member of the Global Finance Team, you will be working to ensure all tasks are completed on time, in line with Coravin’s processes and procedures, and to a high level of accuracy. In addition, you will work closely with the global finance and accounting teams to ensure that the company is well positioned to support rapid growth.

The global accounting and finance team is small and has great visibility to senior management as a key business partner. The successful candidate will need to feel comfortable working both independently and cross-functionally.

As the Senior Accountant, you will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day accounting functions, providing robust, accurate financial reporting, and supporting the accounting and finance teams. You will have a positive, can-do attitude, be driven to continually find ways to improve processes, and represent the accounting and finance team with professionalism and enthusiasm.

This position is remote, preferably based in London, UK. Other regional travel within the UK and to our Amsterdam office will be minimal.

Responsibilities:

• Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP) Management: Supervise AR and AP functions, including thorough reviews of invoice processing, collections, payment application, and vendor management. Ensure timely and accurate recording of transactions, reconciliation of accounts, and resolution of discrepancies.
• Financial Close Cycle: Maintain the integrity of the general ledger by overseeing journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end/year-end close processes. Review GL transactions for accuracy and completeness, and ensure compliance with US GAAP for all 4 of our reporting regions. Support adherence to a 7 business day close cycle.
• VAT & GST Returns: Ensure timely and accurate completion of VAT & GST returns and submissions to the proper authorities.
• Payroll Administration: Manage employee statutory benefit programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other fringe benefits, in compliance with local regulations and company policies, and process payroll in Rippling for all of our global entities located in The United States, The Netherlands, France, Germany, Australia, and the UK. Lead the evaluation and transition of EU payroll to a new provider.
• Compliance and Risk Management: Stay abreast of relevant accounting regulations, tax laws, and compliance requirements in the Europe and APAC regions. Implement internal controls to mitigate financial risks and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Assist with the year-end audits in all global regions.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes, improve efficiency, and enhance controls. Implement best practices and leverage technology solutions to optimize accounting and financial operations.
• Ad hoc Reporting: Assist with reporting needs, including regular reporting around AP and AR, and special projects and reports as business needs arise.

Skills & Characteristics:

• Demonstrate high ethical standards, with a strong moral compass to do the right thing and demonstrate the Coravin values.
• Entrepreneurial at heart, with innovative thinking and the ability work in a fast-paced environment and deal with ambiguity.
• Show appreciation and respect for the different ideas, perspectives, qualities, skills, experiences, and diversity our people bring – be that our team, partners and customers.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate yourself clearly, dynamically, and effectively both in person/virtually in writing and verbally.
• Detail orientated with strong administrative, organizational, and prioritization skills; demonstrates the ability to multitask, work efficiently and manage time effectively.
• Keen interest in developing new ways of working to make Coravin more efficient and can implement process improvements, whilst maintaining our entrepreneurial spirit.
• Love of wine and interest in the wine industry is a definite plus.

Experience & Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, or Finance, or other related field
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Work with multiple entities, multiple currencies, and consolidations
• Experience with payroll administration in one or more of our operating locations (US, UK, NL, AU)
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Excel (e.g. sumifs, pivot tables, xlookups, etc.)
• Experience of accounting software and ERP systems, specifically Microsoft Dynamics 365
• Attention to detail with an orientation towards repeatable and efficient processes
• Flexibility while working across time zones
• Collaboration & Communication Tools – Proficiency in Microsoft Teams, Slack and SharePoint for internal communication and document management
• Right to Work in Country

Equal Opportunity Employer

Coravin is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Coravin is devoted to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Coravin are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, medical condition, ancestry, age, veteran status or any other status protected under federal, state or local law. Coravin will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of the previously stated characteristics. Coravin is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.