At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.
Because life is better with pets.
We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.
With more than 400 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer:
- Local autonomy with national support
- Career mobility and development opportunities
- A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first
You care for pets. We care for you.
Position Overview
PetVet Care Centers is seeking an experienced, hands-on Controller to lead core accounting operations and financial reporting. This role is responsible for maintaining the integrity of the company’s financial records, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP, strengthening internal controls, and developing a high-performing accounting team.
The Controller will work closely with the CAO and CFO and cross-functional leaders to improve financial processes and systems, support strategic initiatives, and help the organization scale effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
- Oversee general ledger activity, journal entries, account reconciliations, and related accounting operations.
- Lead the preparation of internal and external financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
- Administer the company’s ERP platform and drive improvements to its controls, functionality, and reporting capabilities.
- Coordinate the annual audit and serve as a primary point of contact for external auditors.
- Develop, monitor, and enhance internal controls, accounting policies, and operating procedures.
- Lead technical accounting research and the implementation of new accounting guidance.
- Partner with FP&A, Legal, Operations, and other functions to support financial reporting, planning, and business initiatives.
- Recruit, mentor, develop, and manage members of the accounting team.
- Support the Treasury and Tax functions as needed.
- Partner with the CAO and CFO on strategic finance initiatives, process improvements, and mergers and acquisitions.
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, automation, scalability, and financial visibility across the organization.
- Perform other accounting and finance responsibilities as business needs evolve.
Qualifications (Required)
- Degree in Accounting
- CPA
- 15+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience leading accounting teams and financial close processes.
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, technical accounting, financial reporting, and internal controls.
- Private-sector accounting experience required; experience in a private equity-backed or multi-entity organization is a plus.
- Experience supporting audits, system implementations, and complex accounting matters.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong proficiency with ERP and financial reporting systems; Microsoft Dynamics experience is preferred.
- Demonstrated leadership, communication, project-management, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver accurate work within tight deadlines.
- Proactive, resourceful, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
- High degree of integrity, sound judgment, and accountability.
What We Offer
We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally. Benefits include:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
- 401(k) with discretionary contribution
- Team Member Pet Discounts
- Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
- CE stipends and career development resources
- Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
- Local hospital culture backed by national resources
Pay Range
$230,000—$260,000 USD
At PetVet Care Centers, we’re committed to a Culture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 400 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.
Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you’re providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.
You care for pets. We care for you.
PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V
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