Our team is growing and we’re looking for a Senior Accountant to join us.

Position Overview:

The Senior Accountant will perform and coordinate accounting duties within the organization. Responsibilities include preparing financial reports, performing account reconciliations, maintaining the general ledger and accounts payables files, assisting in the preparation of sales tax returns, assisting with audit preparations, conducting month and year end closing processes and performing other accounting duties as assigned. To be successful as a senior accountant, the candidate should have a solid working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), strong financial analysis skills and have the ability to develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls. An outstanding senior accountant should also possess strong Excel skills, be detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to work with little to no supervision and perform under pressure.

Reporting to the Controller, the job responsibilities of the Senior Accountant include but are not limited to the below:

 
Conducting Financial Analysis:

• Track company spending by providing detailed insights into areas where financial efficiency could improve. 
• Analyze financial statements and reports to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Utilize financial software and tools to perform complex data analysis.
• Collaborate with management to develop financial strategies and forecasts for the organization's overall growth and sustainability
• Provide financial insights and recommend solutions to optimize resource allocation and cost management.
• Research/investigate and resolve various issues as assigned.
• Provide technical support and advice to CFO/Controller

Managing Financial Operations:

• Prepare, verify, and maintain financial records, including accounts payables, journal entries and general ledger accounts.
• Maintain balance sheet and accounts.
• Prepare and coordinate month, quarter and year end closing activities.
• Manage vendor invoice processing
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles, policies, and industry regulations.

Providing Financial Reporting:

• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports, such as balance sheets, income, and cash flow statements.
• Assist with preparing and monitoring budgets.
• Prepare revenue projections and forecasting expenditure.
• Present financial information to stakeholders, management, and auditors.

Guiding and Mentoring:

• Provide guidance on best practices and resolving complex accounting issues.
• Perform other accounting duties and supporting junior staff as required or assigned.
• Coordinate more complex accounting projects and initiatives with other members of the accounting and finance team or with other departments

Supporting Audit and Tax Processes:

• Collaborate with auditors and assisting with financial audits to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of accounting standards, regulations, and legal requirements to ensure compliance.
• Design and implement internal control systems to safeguard assets and mitigate financial risks.

 Compensation and Benefits:

• Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience. The actual salary offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including skills, qualifications, experience, and location.  
• Annual performance-based bonus 
• 401k with 100% employer matching of the first 3% (available after 90 days)
• Employee Stock Option Plan eligible
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Paid 100% for full-time employees; Buy-up medical plan available
• Healthcare Reimbursement Arrangement benefits
• Additional family member coverage available at the employee’s discretion
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance - Employer paid
• Basic Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment – Employer paid for the employee
• Additional voluntary benefits for Critical Illness, Additional Life and AD&D available
• EAP Wellness and partnership with Betterhelp.com
• PTO: 2 weeks PTO year one, 4 weeks year two+ (available after 90 days)
• 6 flex/bereavement/sick days + 6 paid holidays
• Mobile phone and Wi-Fi reimbursement
• Pet care discounts

Reports to: Controller

Remote/Home Office

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or business management (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of accounting related experience (veterinary or similar field). Public company experience a plus
• 2+ years of experience as a leader of a management team of a rapidly growing business.
• Knowledge of GAAP; public company accounting experience preferred.
• Internal Controls/SOX experience a plus
• Experience in working with multiple legal entities under different legal umbrellas
• Experience with financial reporting requirements 
• Knowledge of Accounting/Finance Management System such as Sage Intacct Accounting a plus.
• Experience with Bill.com preferred.
• CPA a plus (but not required)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (including Outlook, Word) and Teams. Demonstrated advanced proficiency in Excel.

Desired Competencies:

• Must be detail-oriented, able to work independently and as part of a team, and able to multitask 
• Must be flexible and demonstrate ability to cope with ambiguity to offer insight and assist with development of process improvements
• Approachable and available to hospital leadership teams and functional support teams.
• Ability to hold team members accountable to commitments, tasks, and responsibilities.
• Proactive, not reactive, and able to assess trends with a solution-oriented mindset.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills, skilled, independent thinker and open communicator.
• Passion for pets and their health and well-being.