Director of Accounting

We are hiring a Director of Accounting to help us realize our mission to better the lives of animals by building and maintaining a place that’s better for all of us who love them. This role will be responsible for the full spectrum of accounting functions, ensure compliance with US GAAP, build out cross-functional and scalable process improvements, and provide strategic leadership to the accounting department. This role requires strong analytical acumen, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to foster strong relationships across the organization. 

This role requires a balance of leadership and hands-on work, getting into the details and leading a small team.  This hands-on doer-leader must be excited about rolling up their sleeves to bring our mission to life as we grow. This role will require minimal travel (up to +/- 5%) and is based in Los Angeles.

What the job entails:  

• Financial Operations Leadership: Manage daily accounting operations, including general ledger management, revenue recognition, and accounts receivable, fixed assets, account reconciliations, and operational cash management.
• Four-wall : Support multi-site operations through accuracy at each unit-level
• Policy and Procedure Development: Create, review, maintain, and manage the company's accounting policies and procedures, ensuring consistent implementation and compliance with US GAAP.
• Financial Automation: Integrate automation to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of financial information at each reporting level.
• Internal Controls: Ensure integrity of the company's accounting system, including financial report development, and maintenance between systems and general ledger.
• Financial Reporting: lead the accounting close process and prepare accurate financial statements and reports.
• Audit Management: Coordinate year-end audits and support financial compliance reviews.Process Improvement: Drive continuous improvement of accounting procedures and systems.
• Team Leadership: Mentor and develop the accounting team to foster a collaborative and high-performing work environment.
• System Administration: Oversee the administration and optimization of company systems, internal controls, and financial systems, including NetSuite, UKG, and other accounting software.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: collaborate with internal stakeholders to monitor the annual budget, providing strategic insights and recommendations for financial planning and forecasting.
• Stakeholder Communication: serve as a key liason with external stakeholders, including auditors and financial analysts.
• Corporate Governance: ensure compliance with corporate governance requirements and support the Board of Directors and relevant committees with materials surrounding financial insights and reporting.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Why you’d be a great fit:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• CPA License preferred but not required
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and accounting principles
• Experience working in a multi-unit environment where you are preparing financial information that is being reviewed at a very granular level
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships across departments
• Proficiency with accounting software and ERP systems, NetSuite experience is a plus
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a fast paced environmentStrong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets and other financial analysis tools
• Systems thinker
• Knowledge of how to best automate for financial accuracy
• Demonstrated leadership skills, with a focus on team development and performance managementCommitment to continuous learning and professional development
• Sense of urgency
• Collaborative go-getter, willing to roll-up sleeves and be hands-on to solve problems, while being able to take a step back and see the bigger picture
• Demonstrated strength leveraging data and qualitative insights to drive decision-making

What you can expect from us:

• Excellent medical, vision, and dental coverage (with various options to choose from) 
• 401k savings plan
• Flexible paid time off (including parental leave)
• Free membership and discounts on services for your furry family members
• A collaborative team who has your back and will welcome you as part of our pack

The pay range for this position is $156,000 - $200,000 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A sign-on bonus and equity grant units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. This information is provided per the California Pay Transparency Act. Base pay information is based on geographic location.