Staff Accountant

SENIOR ACCOUNTING MANAGER / CONTROLLER Job Description **About Veterinary United** Veterinary United is a values-driven veterinary support organization committed to empowering practices and improving outcomes for pets, clients, and teams. We operate across multiple locations and are dedicated to the long-term success of the practices and people we partner with — not quick wins or bottom-line thinking. Joining our team means being part of a collaborative, mission-led culture where your work genuinely matters. **Position Summary** The Senior Accounting Manager is a key financial leader responsible for overseeing the accounting operations and financial reporting across Veterinary United's growing portfolio of veterinary practices. This role is both strategic and hands-on, requiring a skilled finance professional who can build scalable processes, lead a team, and deliver meaningful insights to support organizational decision-making. The Senior Accounting Manager will work closely with executive leadership and practice managers to drive financial excellence across all locations. **Key Responsibilities** **Financial Reporting & Consolidations** - Lead the preparation of accurate, timely consolidated financial statements across all practice locations - Create, optimize, and champion processes across all departments that interact with Finance - Implement best practices associated with recording transactions, and related processes, in all departments - Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes with precision and consistency - Maintain intercompany reconciliations and eliminations in a multi-entity environment - Ensure all reporting is compliant with US GAAP standards - Assist in IRS tax reporting **Compliance, Risk & Internal Controls** - Design, implement, and continuously improve internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure financial integrity - Identify financial and operational risks across locations and develop mitigation strategies - Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements - Serve as the primary liaison for external auditors and tax advisors **Operational Efficiency & Process Improvement** - Identify and implement opportunities to streamline accounting workflows across multiple locations - Standardize chart of accounts, reporting formats, and accounting policies across all practices - Champion technology and system improvements to increase automation and reduce manual effort - Support onboarding and integration of newly acquired practices into the consolidated financial structure **Metrics, KPIs & Financial Analytics** - Develop and maintain a suite of financial and operational KPIs tailored to veterinary practice performance - Provide insightful variance analysis, trend reporting, and commentary for leadership review - Partner with operations and practice managers to translate financial data into actionable insights - Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning processes **Team Leadership & Collaboration** - Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement - Collaborate cross-functionally with HR, operations, IT, and practice leaders to support organizational goals - Act as a trusted financial advisor to the executive team and practice leadership - Champion a collaborative environment aligned with Veterinary United's people-first values **QUALIFICATIONS:** **Education & Credentials** - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (required) - CPA designation strongly preferred **Experience** - 7+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, with at least 3 years in a Controller or senior accounting leadership role - Demonstrated experience in a multi-location, multi-entity environment — healthcare, veterinary, or service industry experience a strong plus - Proven track record of managing financial consolidations under US GAAP - Experience with external audits, tax…