Staff Accountant

Job Title: Staff Accountant

Reports To: Accounting Supervisor

FLSA Status: Exempt

Location: Hybrid - in office 2 days per week in El Segundo, CA

Company Overview: At Companion Pet Partners, our Mission is to empower and support our veterinary teams to deliver unparalleled service and clinical quality in caring for pets and their families.

Companion was formed in January of 2020 with a commitment to providing unmatched care to pets and unsurpassed support to veterinary teams through the management and operation of our acquired veterinary hospitals. We are based in Los Angeles, with a focus on expansion throughout the Western United States.

The Companion team is passionate about the animal health industry and deeply committed to building a network of best-in-class veterinary practices with talented people collaborating to solve industry-wide problems and deliver exceptional medical care. We are seeking individuals who share our energy, drive and ambition and who will meaningfully contribute to our growth and success.

Companion is backed by Cortec Group (www.cortecgroup.com), a private equity firm with a demonstrated track record of successfully investing in and supporting multi-site healthcare services businesses, including animal health.

OVERVIEW: We are seeking a Staff Accountant to join our accounting team. You'll wear many hats and be exposed to various facets of the business. This position will report to the Accounting Supervisor and work closely with the rest of the Finance team. This is a hybrid remote position and candidates must be able to work on-site in El Segundo at least 2 days a week.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Perform monthly close tasks to achieve internal and external reporting timelines, ensuring all necessary adjustments and accruals are recorded accurately
• Thoroughly review and verify hospital invoices for accuracy, ensuring all charges are in compliance with internal financial policies and procedures, including proper coding, authorization, and documentation
• Assist in the process of obtaining practice management system data
• Work closely with hospital managers to align in policy related to cash handling, AR management and inventory control
• Perform monthly balance sheet account reconciliations and maintain rollforwards
• Conduct month budget variance analysis for various P&L accounts to assess and report deviations from planned financial targets
• Monitor GL activity throughout the month and identify anomalies and propose necessary adjustments to ensure accuracy and integrity
• Review deposit activities and reconcile bank accounts for each individual hospital
• Collaborate with the management team to identify and implement process enhancements that improve efficiency
• Perform ad hoc analysis

COMPETENCIES AND EXPERIENCE:
• Functional understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Detail oriented with proven analytical skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Innovative computer skills on MS Office and accounting database
• Ability to prioritize, multitask and manage deadlines
• Passion, energy, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Finance, Accounting or Economics
• Minimum 2 years of relevant accounting work experience

COMPUTER SKILLS:
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Comfortable working in Microsoft Office

LOCATION:
• Hybrid role with the requirement to work from the corporate office in El Segundo, CA at least two days per week, depending on the business need

WHAT WE OFFER:

Companion offers competitive compensation as well as a benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, PTO, and 401(k)

Companion Pet Partners is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, national origin, religion, gender, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.