Senior Accountant

PetVet Care Centers; Westport (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & vision coverage

Parental leave

401(k) plan

Pet discounts

Wellbeing resources

Career development support

Relief fund (Grant Circle)

Local hospital culture

Job summary

PetVet Care Centers in Connecticut seeks a qualified Staff Accountant to support monthly financial close, prepare journal entries, and reconcile accounts. The role emphasizes GAAP knowledge, strong Excel skills, and collaboration with benefit leadership in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates bring 2–4+ years in public or private accounting, strong analytical abilities, and excellent communication. This position offers growth opportunities, a supportive culture of care, and competitive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• 2–4+ years of combined public and/or private accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and general accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly analyses for the Company's complex benefit programs, including medical benefits and workers' compensation.
• Review third-party benefit administrator reports and record related journal entries.
• Present monthly results to accounting and benefit leadership teams.
• Collaborate with third party advisors on monthly claims and results.
• Prepare annual budget and forecast of medical and workers' compensation expense.
• Prepare monthly Accounts Receivable CECL reserve analysis and record entries.
• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations for accrued payroll and benefit accounts and resolve reconciling items.
• Analyze financial results, investigate variances, and explain to management with emphasis on Balance Sheet and P&L accounts.
• Assist with external audits by preparing schedules and responding to auditor requests.
• Assist with close processes to ensure timely financial reporting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional departments to resolve accounting issues and improve processes.
• Support implementation of process improvements and automation initiatives.
• Maintain accounting documentation and narratives for benefits and CECL processes.
• Assist with special projects and ad hoc analyses.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Multitasking

Verbal & written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics

ERP systems

Job description

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer:

• Local autonomy with national support
• Career mobility and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Assistant Controller, this newly created role is responsible for supporting the monthly financial close, preparing journal entries and account reconciliations, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and assisting with financial reporting and process improvements. The ideal candidate has 2–4+ years of combined public and / or private industry experience, a strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly analyses for the Company's complex benefit programs, including medical benefits and workers' compensation
• Perform review of third-party benefit administrator reports and record all related journal entries
• Presentations of monthly results to the accounting and benefit leadership teams
• Work closely with third party advisors on monthly claims and results
• Prepare annual budget and forecast of medical and workers compensation expense
• Prepare monthly Accounts Receivable CECL reserve analysis and record related journal entries
• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations for accrued payroll and benefit accounts and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner
• Analyze financial results, investigate variances, and provide explanations to management, with emphasis on key Balance Sheet and P&L accounts
• Assist with external audits by preparing schedules and responding to auditor requests
• Assist with various other monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting
• Collaborate with cross-functional departments to resolve accounting issues and improve financial processes
• Support implementation of process improvements and automation initiatives to increase efficiency and accuracy
• Maintain accurate accounting documentation and records, including accounting narratives for benefits and CECL processes
• Assist with special projects and ad hoc financial analyses as assigned

Qualifications (Required)

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• 2–4+ years of combined public and / or private accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and general accounting principles
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skill.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• CPA or CPA candidate highly preferred
• Experience with month-end close and balance sheet reconciliations
• Experience working with ERP systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics, or similar)
• Experience with financial reporting and external audits
• Experience with process improvement or accounting automation initiatives

What We Offer

We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Pay Range

$85,000—$95,000 USD

At PetVet Care Centers, we're committed to a Culture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 400 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.

Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you're providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V

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