The foundation of any successful business – including wineries – comprises the numbers that underly everything. Tracking your performance using these numbers is vital to maintaining and expanding a profitable business. The challenge is in the details and the arduous, often-tedious job of allocating costs, calculating COGS, managing key indicator accounts, and more. Wineries are unique…
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As a winery owner, you know that creating a delightful bottle of wine requires more than just excellent grapes and expert winemaking skills. Behind every successful vintage is a meticulous planning process that ensures your winery remains financially viable and profitable. Budgeting and financial planning are the backbone of this process, guiding you to make…
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At Protea Financial, we are proud to work with many incredible people who are making exceptional wine! Their dedication to their craft is inspiring. We wish this were enough to build a successful wine business. But it is not! Currently, wine and alcoholic beverages, in general, are having a tough time. Between oversupply, congested markets,…
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The monthly closing process is crucial for wine businesses, serving as a cornerstone for financial accuracy and operational efficiency. However, it comes with its fair share of challenges. From managing inventory to ensuring compliance with regulations, wine businesses often find themselves navigating a complex landscape. Here at Protea Financial, we want to explore these common…
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Are you a wine enthusiast looking to uncork the mysteries of accounting in the wine industry? Whether you’re a seasoned winemaker or just dipping your toes into the vineyard, understanding accrual and cash accounting methods is crucial for keeping your financial grapes in order. Join us as we unravel the complexities of these accounting techniques…
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Are you a winery owner looking to uncork the mysteries of accounting practices? Understanding the difference between accrual and cash accounting is like comparing a bold red to a crisp white – each has its own unique flavor. Let Protea Financial be your sommelier in navigating these financial vineyards. Pour yourself a glass and let’s…
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