I often get asked, “When should I hire an accountant?” The honest answer, and spoiler alert, is earlier than you think. Accounting mistakes are expensive to rectify, and catching up on months or years of disorganization can be a costly and time-consuming nightmare. So, my advice is simple: hire early. However, if you’re still unsure or have…
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At Protea Financial, grapes represent the primary ingredient in winemaking and are the largest factor in determining Cost of Goods Sold (COGS). Accurately accounting for these costs involves complex considerations. The financial approach to grapes varies depending on whether they are purchased from external growers or estate grown. Understanding these differences is important for precise…
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At Protea Financial, we understand that for wineries with multiple vineyard sites, the Profit and Loss (P&L) statement can quickly become a complex web of revenues and expenses. While each vineyard contributes to your overall production, understanding the individual financial performance of each site is crucial for informed decision-making, resource allocation, and ultimately, maximizing profitability. …
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At Protea Financial, we often hear from winery owners who equate strong cash flow with immediate cash on hand. While that’s certainly a component, we believe that a deeper understanding of your financial performance, particularly through the lens of accrual accounting, can actually be a powerful tool to improve your winery’s cash flow management. It…
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Expense management. Those two words can strike fear into the heart of even the most organized business owner. The process of tracking receipts, categorizing expenses, reconciling statements, and ensuring compliance can feel like a never-ending struggle, draining valuable time and resources. But what if there was a way to simplify this complex task, freeing you…
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In this episode of Protea Weekly, Zane Stevens discusses the importance of hiring an accountant for small business owners, particularly in the wine industry. He emphasizes the need for good information and processes to ensure accurate financial data. Zane shares seven key tips for choosing the right accountant, including the importance of industry expertise, technology…
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