Senior Accountant - Remote

Shelby American, Inc.; Virginia Beach (VA); Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a dynamic Senior Accountant to join their growing team. In this pivotal role, you will lead financial operations, ensuring compliance with GAAP while preparing critical financial reports and managing audits. Your expertise will help shape the financial strategies that drive the company forward. If you have a passion for numbers and a knack for mentoring others, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a vibrant organization that values every team member's contribution and offers a supportive environment where your skills can shine and make a real impact.

Benefits

401k with employer matching

Annual performance-based bonus

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Short-term and long-term disability insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Mobile phone and Wi-Fi reimbursement

Employee Stock Option Plan

EAP Wellness program

Qualifications

• 7+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a veterinary or similar field.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial reports, maintain general ledger, and assist with audits.
• Supervise financial operations and ensure compliance with accounting principles.

Skills

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

Financial Analysis

Detail-oriented

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Sage Intacct Accounting

Bill.com

Excel

Job description

Inspire Veterinary Partners is seeking an energetic and professional Senior Accountant who is passionate about leading others, practicing sound accounting skills, while building something special in the process. Using excellent communication and interpersonal skills, you will support field operation leadership and enhance key accounting practices. As a member of the Finance and Accounting team, the Senior Accountant will also personally provide competent and efficient execution of responsibilities for our company and teams.

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, preparing 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 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.

Job Responsibilities:

Managing Financial Operations:

• Supervise, prepare, verify, and maintain financial records, including accounts payables, journal entries, and general ledger accounts.
• Maintain and reconcile balance sheet and general ledger accounts.
• Prepare and coordinate month, quarter, and year-end closing activities.
• Conduct payroll reporting and analysis.
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles, policies, and industry regulations.
• 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.
• 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.

Guiding and Mentoring:

• Provide guidance on best practices and resolving complex accounting issues.
• Perform other accounting duties and support 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 assist 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.
• Work closely with tax professionals to prepare tax returns and meet tax obligations.

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. 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+.
• 6 flex/bereavement/sick days + 6 paid holidays.
• Mobile phone and Wi-Fi reimbursement.

Reports to:

Controller

Remote/Home Office

IVP's Purpose:

Inspire Veterinary Partners was founded with the goal of building a vibrant veterinary organization that offers equity to members of the entire veterinary and support team - not just a select few. We have taken our company public so that our teams, as well as investors, can share in the wealth creation made possible by providing world-class care to pets in a work environment that values every person that contributes to it. For us, doing well by doing good is the goal.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business management (or equivalent experience).
• 7+ years of accounting-related experience (veterinary or similar field). Public company experience a plus.
• 2-5 years of experience as a leader of a management team of a rapidly growing business.
• Knowledge of GAAP; public company accounting experience preferred.
• 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.
• 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 the 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.

Salary Description:

Competitive compensation based upon experience.