Senior Accountant

Blue River PetCare; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

Retirement plans with company match

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays

EAP

Job summary

Blue River PetCare is seeking a Senior Accountant to join a collaborative team and support the Controller and CFO on accounting projects. The role emphasizes timely financial reporting, monthly closes, and preparation of statements for multiple clinics.

The ideal candidate has 2-3 years of accounting or finance experience, strong GAAP knowledge, and excellent communication and organizational skills. Hybrid schedule; travel minimal.

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of GAAP
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office
• Strong analytical mindset and financial acumen
• Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to present complex info clearly
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks

Responsibilities

• Provide timely, accurate financial reporting and analysis
• Facilitate monthly close activities and ensure correct financial statements
• Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements and reconciliations
• Maintain fixed asset schedules and assist with audits and year-end review
• Support due diligence for new clinics and review acquisitions

Skills

GAAP proficiency

Excel proficiency

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

CPA a plus

Job description

This team member must live within 40 miles of the Blue River PetCare corporate office (1. S Wacker Dr., Chicago, IL 60606) to work a hybrid schedule (two days in office/week).

The Senior Accountant performs key monthly accounting tasks and assists the Controller and CFO on accounting and financial projects. They work with a collaborative team composed of public accounting alumni to provide excellent service to our valued clients.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide timely, insightful, actionable, and accurate financial reporting and analysis
• Facilitate and complete monthly close activities, ensuring financial statements are accurately and appropriately stated
• Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements
• Prepare monthly account reconciliations
• Book monthly account reconciliations and journal entries
• File Property Tax for each entity on an annual or semi-annual basis
• Review processed invoices and prints checks
• Assist in due diligence process for new clinics, reviewing financials and preparing cash proof
• Review Purchase Accounting Memos for each clinic acquisition
• Review post-close reconciliations for newly acquired clinics
• Research and apply Accounting guidance based on new legislation
• Review daily cash receipts and disbursements of veterinarian clinics
• Maintain fixed asset schedules
• Assist with year-end review and financial audits
• Document and monitor internal controls
• Prepare annual financial plans and forecasts
• Perform other duties as assigned, including special projects

Requirements

• 2-3 years of Accounting or Finance experience required, preferably in a Public Accounting setting
• Strong analytical and accounting skills are a must, possesses financial acumen
• Strong verbal and communication skills are necessary; this position must present complex information in a clear, digestible manner
• Excellent attention to detail with strong organizational skills
• Proven track record of successfully meeting deadlines while producing high quality work
• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with all levels of employees, management, and external agencies to maximize performance, creativity, problem solving, and results
• Ability to act and operate independently with minimal direction from manager to accomplish daily tasks
• Strong time management and prioritization skills are a must in order to complete multiple projects simultaneously

Technical Skills:

• Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Advanced proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field is required; Master’s degree is plus
• CPA accreditation is a plus

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 75% of the time
• The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, supplies, and office machinery.
• The person in this position frequently communicates with managers at remote locations using email and phone. Must be able to exchange clear, accurate information in these situations.
• Occasionally moves equipment and supplies weighing up to 15 pounds
• The person in this position frequently communicates and collaborates with co-workers in the office
• Frequent keyboarding/use of computer for data entry

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range: $80,000-87,000 per year (no CPA) / $90,000-98,000 (CPA)

Blue River PetCare team members are eligible to participate in the discretionary annual bonus program.

Blue River PetCare offers the following benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible & Health Spending Accounts
• Disability, Life Insurance, and Critical Illness Coverage
• Retirement plans with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Holidays, and Bereavement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet Perks with industry vendor partners, including deals on insurance, preventatives, food, and supplies
• Chicago CTA Transit Program Benefits
• Discounted gym memberships for local Chicago team members
• Childcare discounts with KinderCare
• Exclusive travel, entertainment, and retail discounts