Accounting Manager, Fixed Assets and Joint Ventures

Who we are

About Vetcor

Established in 1997, Vetcor is a community-centric veterinary services company supporting over 900 practices across the US and Canada, including a growing portfolio of joint venture practices. Vetcor practices thrive with access to a collaborative network while staying true to themselves and their community. All Vetcor practices have a shared goal of providing excellent care and service to both patients and clients in their communities.

About the Role 

This new, remote Accounting Manager position is designed for Senior Accountants looking to take the next step in their career. As an Accounting Manager at Vetcor, you will be responsible for all aspects of accounting related to Vetcor’s fixed assets and joint venture agreements. Your expertise will ensure that Vetcor’s consolidated financial statements are in compliance with GAAP, and you will play a crucial role in accurately reporting quarterly joint venture financial results. This role will require close collaboration with internal teams and frequent interactions with joint venture minority owners, all while contributing to a fast-paced, high-growth accounting organization.

This is a highly detailed, hands-on role that demands advanced critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. You will be expected to actively engage in collaborative brainstorming sessions and work closely with various teams across Vetcor. Additionally, this position involves frequent interaction with joint venture minority owners, requiring strong communication and relationship management skills. In this capacity, you’ll leverage your accounting expertise to drive impactful outcomes for Vetcor’s network of veterinary hospitals across the United States and Canada.

The Work 

• Fixed Asset Management:

  • Accurately account for all fixed asset acquisitions, disposals, and periodic depreciation adjustments.
  • Reconcile and maintain accurate fixed asset ledgers.
  • Collaborate with asset procurement teams to ensure accurate capitalized expenditure reporting and compliance with Vetcor’s asset acquisition policies.

• Joint Venture Reporting:

  • Prepare and distribute quarterly financial packages for all joint ventures, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
  • Assist with ad hoc reporting to support financial information dissemination to joint venture owners.
  • Ensure that all intercompany management fee agreements across all legal entities are maintained and properly accounted for.

• Accounting Support:

  • Support the business development team with accounting expertise to onboard new joint venture acquisitions in accordance with VetCor’s accounting policies.
  • Prepare journal entries and related reconciliations for month-end and year-end closing.
  • Assist with variance analysis for Balance Sheets, Cash Flow, and P&L for individual hospitals, locations, and regions.

• Process Improvement & Compliance:

  • Help maintain and strengthen internal accounting policies, procedures, and controls.
  • Identify and troubleshoot process issues, proposing solutions to improve efficiency and accuracy.
  • Support the Controller and CFO through continuous process improvements and project work.

• External Audit & Tax Support:

  • Provide support to external auditors and tax professionals for annual audits and federal/state income tax preparation.

• General Accounting:

  • Reconcile financial discrepancies and provide solutions.
  • Prepare ad-hoc financial reports to support internal communication across departments.

What we are Searching For

• Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required (Master’s Degree preferred).
  • Strong preference for CPA certification or CPA candidates.

• Experience:

  • Minimum of 4 years of accounting experience, with a proven history of developing roles and responsibilities.
  • Experience in large company accounting operations and a solid understanding of GAAP is highly preferred.
  • Experience with Great Plains, NetSuite, or similar mid-market accounting systems a plus.

• Skills:

  • Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with a strong understanding of Microsoft applications.
  • Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
  • Ability to dive into processes, identify issues, and design effective solutions.
  • Excellent communication skills for frequent interaction with internal teams and external joint venture owners.

What's in it for you:

Why Join Vetcor

Collaborate with an enthusiastic team united by a shared love for animals and a commitment to making a positive impact on their lives. Vetcor's culture is deeply rooted in our shared passion for pets and our commitment to helping our practices provide compassionate veterinary care. Every member of the Vetcor team plays a vital role in advancing our mission to enhance the health and well-being of pets and the people who care for them.