What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Finance position at Western Veterinary Partners?
Western Veterinary Partners (WVP) is a people-centric veterinary support organization that acquires, invests in, and supports veterinary practices and animal hospitals throughout the United States. WVP is a highly acquisitive company focused on continued growth and expansion into new markets and states. Post-acquisition, WVP supports its partner practices in achieving our collective goals to recruit and retain doctors, staff, and clients in the communities we serve.
Headquartered in Denver, CO, we are driven by our values of integrity, collaboration, alignment, growth, support, and relationships. We are seeking a Director of Finance for our growing team. The Director of Finance will oversee the financial operations of the company, ensuring that financial strategies, plans, and policies are aligned with business objectives. The role will involve directing financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting activities, as well as managing key financial risks. The Director will work closely with the company’s senior leadership team and private equity sponsor to drive strategic decision-making and maintain the company’s financial health.
Key Responsibilities
WVP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and business needs.
Headquartered in Denver, CO, we are driven by our values of integrity, collaboration, alignment, growth, support, and relationships. We are seeking a Director of Finance for our growing team. The Director of Finance will oversee the financial operations of the company, ensuring that financial strategies, plans, and policies are aligned with business objectives. The role will involve directing financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting activities, as well as managing key financial risks. The Director will work closely with the company’s senior leadership team and private equity sponsor to drive strategic decision-making and maintain the company’s financial health.
Key Responsibilities
- Financial Planning & Analysis:
- Lead budgeting and forecasting activities, ensuring alignment with company goals and objectives.
- Analyze financial and operational performance and provide actionable insights (storytelling and recommendations) to support decision-making.
- Conduct financial modeling, scenario analysis, and long-term planning to optimize financial outcomes.
- Develop and implement effective financial strategies to support business growth.
- Financial Reporting:
- Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements and reporting packages.
- Present financial results and strategic insights to senior management and field leaders, the board of directors and other company stakeholders.
- Identify ways to improve systems and processes to enhance reporting accuracy, efficiency and impact.
- Team Leadership & Development:
- Lead, manage, and mentor team members, fostering a culture of collaboration and professional growth.
- Ensure the team maintains high levels of accuracy, efficiency, and accountability in all finance-related tasks.
- Strategic Decision Support:
- Partner with senior leadership to drive strategic decisions, investment analysis, and capital allocation.
- Provide financial input on major business initiatives.
- Evaluate key performance metrics and advise leadership on potential cost-saving initiatives and revenue generation opportunities.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field. MBA or CFA preferred.
- Experience:
- Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in finance, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
- Proven experience in financial planning, analysis, and reporting within a dynamic business environment (PE-backed, high-growth, multi-site experience preferred).
- Expertise in financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and financial systems.
- Experience in managing a team of finance professionals and collaborating cross-functionally.
- Skills:
- Strong knowledge of financial regulations, accounting standards (GAAP), and financial reporting.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
- Ability to analyze and interpret large and complex datasets and communicate actionable insight.
- High degree of intellectual curiosity and a deep devotion to detail and accuracy.
- Advanced proficiency with financial software and systems (Sage Intacct, Tableau and Power BI preferred) and Microsoft Excel.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and advise senior executives.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
WVP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and business needs.
- This role is not open to receiving agency candidates and any contingent submissions will not be honored.
