Accounting Transformation Manager

Mission Pet Health; Birmingham (AL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Discounted veterinary care

Online discount platform

Job summary

Mission Pet Health is seeking an Accounting Transformation Manager to modernize accounting and finance processes, improve internal controls, and enable scalable financial reporting as the company scales toward 1,000 hospitals. This role partners with Accounting, Finance, and Operations to drive process design, system optimization, and data reliability across financial workflows.

The ideal candidate will bring 4–6 years in progressive accounting roles, Big 4/public company experience, and a CPA

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• 4–6 years in progressive financial accounting roles; Big 4 public accounting experience and/or public company corporate accounting roles highly desired.
• CPA preferred and SOX/audit experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze existing accounting and finance processes; identify inefficiencies, risks, and automation opportunities.
• Implement enhancements of existing processes through effective redesign and remediation of any identified risks.
• Support IPO readiness initiatives, including documentation and control design for future-state processes and controls.
• Own documentation of policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Lead finance transformation workstreams through standardization and optimization of financial processes (close optimization, ERP enhancements, reporting redesign).
• Support implementation and enhancement of finance systems and reporting infrastructure (ERP, close tools, reporting platforms).
• Support system testing, UAT, and post-implementation reviews for all finance system optimizations.
• Improve data reliability and auditability across financial processes.
• Assist with design and documentation of future-state processes and controls.

Skills

Stakeholder communication

Written communication

Detail-oriented

Process improvement mindset

SOX compliance experience

Adaptability

Excel & MS Office proficiency

Translate business requirements into a

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field

Master’s degree in Accounting preferred

CPA preferred

Tools

Workday

Blackline

Workiva

Job description

At Mission Pet Health, our mission to care for pets and their families drives everything we do. As we rapidly scale toward 1,000 hospitals, our forward-thinking team of more than 20,000 teammates is making bold investments in people, technology, and process that will prepare us for a future. This is where you come in. In addition to gaining a wealth of Accounting experience in a fast-paced and dynamic team, you will play a pivotal role in scaling our organization for future success. This is your opportunity to bring attention to detail and a solution‑oriented mindset to a team committed to continuous improvement.

Role Summary

The Accounting Transformation Manager partners with Accounting, Finance, and Operations to modernize accounting & finance processes and enable scalable, efficient financial reporting. The role focuses on financial accounting process improvements, internal controls and compliance, and system optimization, while supporting ongoing growth initiatives and continuous improvement for the Accounting & Finance organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze existing accounting and finance processes; identify inefficiencies, risks, and automation opportunities
• Implement enhancements of existing processes through effective redesign and remediation of any identified risks
• Support IPO readiness initiatives, including documentation and control design for future‑state processes and controls
• Own documentation of policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Lead finance transformation workstreams through standardization of and optimization of financial processes (close optimization, ERP enhancements, reporting redesign)
• Support implementation and enhancement of finance systems and reporting infrastructure (ERP, close tools, reporting platforms)
• Support system testing, UAT, and post‑implementation reviews for all finance system optimizations
• Improve data reliability and auditability across financial processes
• Assist with design and documentation of future‑state processes and controls

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
• Master’s degree in Accounting preferred
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred
• 4-6 years in progressive financial accounting roles, with Big 4 public accounting experience and/or public company corporate accounting roles highly desired
• Strong understanding of accounting processes and internal controls
• Detail‑oriented with a process‑improvement mindset
• Experience supporting SOX and audit requirements
• Excellent stakeholder communication and written communication skills
• Extensive experience with Excel and Microsoft Suite
• Experience with ERP systems (Workday preferred)
• Experience with other Finance & Accounting platforms (e.g., Blackline, Workiva)
• Ability to translate business requirements into finance solutions
• Comfortable with ambiguity, thrive in dynamic environments, strong adaptability
• We are flexible on hybrid or remote work for this position, with a preference for candidates based in the Detroit, MI or Birmingham, AL areas.

How You’re Supported

As part of the Mission Pet Health Home Office team, you’ll be joining a collaborative group of professionals dedicated to supporting our hospital teams and shaping the future of veterinary medicine.

Competitive Compensation

A competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Total Wellbeing

Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, and Vision insurance, plus 24/7 access to doctors through Teladoc.

Financial Health

Plan for your future with a 401k featuring a generous company match, plus Life Insurance and Short‑Term Disability options.

Commitment to Growth

Benefit from significant opportunities for upward mobility and career growth within a rapidly expanding organization.

A Collaborative Culture

Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals and a Home Office team that lives by our WAG values.

Valuable Perks

Enjoy generous paid time off and company‑wide holidays, discounted veterinary care for your pets, and access to an online discount platform.

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