Senior Staff Accountant

COVETRUS

Covetrus is a global animal-health technology and services company dedicated to empowering veterinary practice partners to drive improved health and financial outcomes. We're bringing together products, services, and technology into a single platform that connects our customers to the solutions and insights they need to work best. Our passion for the well-being of animals and those who care for them drives us to advance the world of veterinary medicine. Covetrus has more than 5,000 employees, serving over 100,000 customers around the globe. Come explore the possibilities in our exciting, fast paced, high volume, work environment!

SUMMARY

The Senior Staff Accountant is responsible for assisting CONA (In-Clinic) with the period end close process and other routine accounting functions. This includes preparing account reconciliations, investigating variances or unexpected results, preparing and posting journal entries, and working with others to find creative solutions to challenges and issues. This role will involve partnering with other teams in the accounting and finance department including Treasury, Financial Planning and Analysis, Payroll, Tax and other Covetrus subsidiaries to process intercompany transactions as well as perform audit controls.

This role will receive support and supervision from the Accounting Supervisor as well as others within the accounting and finance departments. The ideal candidate will also have the ability to work independently when appropriate and exercise sound judgement when assignments have been delegated.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Serve as a senior associate with the monthly, quarterly and annual close process for ensuring all financial information is accurately reflected in the general ledger in compliance with GAAP.
• Perform account reconciliations and investigate significant variance or unexpected results and maintain appropriate support.
• Review, prepare and upload journal entries and provide exception reports when required.
• Review and assess exception reports from both a quantitative and qualitative perspective and investigate key variances and unexpected results.
• Assist with preparing documents and responding to requests from the Company's external auditor and internal SOX/AICPA team as necessary.
• Review departmental procedures and identify and recommend operational efficiency opportunities.
• Lead meetings with internal customers which include various levels of management to develop understanding and agreement of account balances specific to their departments. Ensure that accruals are recorded, and balances are maintained within GAAP guidelines.
• Update the general ledger system adding, changing, or deleting accounts, cost centers or territories as directed. Maintain AFI tables and related postings. Maintain accounting records per the Company's retention policy.
• Provide financial analyses, support, and expertise relative to quarterly reviews and annual independent audits, and other external audits or consulting engagements as well as serve as a liaison between Finance and the organization as related to profit and loss statement questions, requests and issues.
• Utilize Microsoft Excel software and AS-400 system query utilities to design models and applications to further streamline accounting processes, enhance data accuracy and reduce the level of manual intervention and paper flow. Implement new technologies within the General Accounting area to streamline functions and processes.
• Provide training and guidance to new General Accounting staff members as well as provide support to Department associates as well as field personnel.
• Participate in special projects, as directed by the Accounting Supervisor and/or Controller. Support completion of departmental MBOs. Perform other special duties requiring independent judgment and skills.
• Other Adhoc responsibilities as required.

COMPETENCIES (SKILLS & ABILITIES)

• Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Must have the ability to communicate relevant information to the intended parties in an easily understandable format.
• Must have the ability to multitask and reorganize assignments based on shifting needs and priorities.
• Must demonstrate strong attention to accuracy and detail.
• Desire to seek out opportunities to assist others with special projects and other initiatives during any downtime.
• Must have the ability to utilize creative problem-solving skills.
• Must demonstrate a strong commitment toward continual learning and personal development.
• Must have the ability to understand complex and sensitive issues, demonstrate resourcefulness and creative problem solving to assist with addressing issues.
• Proven ability to meet or exceed deadlines and work as part of a team

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• CPA designation or actively pursuing CPA designation preferred

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related degree.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in public or private accounting or finance. Public accounting / audit experience with desire to obtain CPA license preferred but not necessary.
• At least 5 years+ of progressively responsible financial accounting and analysis experience.
• Experience and advanced proficiency in Word, Excel and Power-point.
• Experience with general ledger and financial reporting systems. Experience specifically with System 21 AS400 but not required.
• Advance understanding of US GAAP.
• Experience with multiple entity / subsidiary organizations and intercompany transactions preferred.

PHYSICIAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Remote working environment with extensive computer use.
• Travel generally not required.
• Evening/weekend work may be required during the close process to adhere to company driven deadlines.

Salary may vary depending on factors such as confirmed job-related skills, experience, and location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the range for their role.Compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each case.

However, the pay range for this position is as follows. Sales Positions are eligible for a Variable Incentive

We offer the following benefits for you to take advantage of while you are here provided you meet the eligibility requirements under each governing program:

* 401k savings & company match

* Paid time off

* Paid holidays

* Maternity leave

* Parental leave

* Military leave

* Other leaves of absence

* Health, dental, and vision benefits

* Health savings accounts

* Flexible spending accounts

* Life & disability benefits

* Identity theft protection

* Pet insurance

* Certain positions may include eligibility for a short term incentive plan

Covetrus is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.