Accountant II, VIP Petcare

Overview

This role is responsible for accurate, complete, and timely processing of journal entries, thorough analyses of general ledger activity, and supporting monthly analytical closing activities. The position also provides detailed responses to inquiries from various departments and prepares supporting documentation and insight for the financial reporting process.

Location

Onsite in Brentwood, TN or remote for someone residing in the Boise, ID area.

Responsibilities

• Create and update moderately complex allocations and accrual analyses by reviewing general ledger activity and coordinating with key contacts in other departments; prepare journal entries that support accurate and complete financial statements; maintain all required support.
• Prepare detailed account reconciliations by analyzing and reviewing general ledger activity to ensure amounts and balances are accurate and complete.
• Review monthly income statement and balance sheet activity to identify unusual trends or variances and provide detailed explanations for significant items.
• Research and respond to questions from executive or department management during the financial statement review process.
• Ensure internal control documentation and department policies and procedures are updated as needed based on changes in accounting processes.
• Assist with providing information and responding to inquiries from internal and external audit functions.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in industry accounting, public accounting, or internal auditing.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field preferred from an accredited college or university; any suitable combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification or CPA candidate preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency using Microsoft Office, with advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.
• SAP enterprise software and/or Business Objects reporting software preferred.
• Knowledge of SEC requirements, GAAP, and new accounting pronouncements.
• Ability to manipulate data to drive and expedite project analyses and completion.

Working Conditions

• Normal office working conditions.

Physical Requirements

• Sitting
• Standing (not walking)
• Walking
• Lifting up to 10 pounds

Compensation & Benefits

Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, company-paid life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and family planning resources such as adoption and surrogacy assistance.

• Full-time team members and part-time team members may be eligible.
• Part-time new hires gain eligibility for benefits by averaging at least 15 hours per week during their 90-day lookback period. The lookback period starts the first of the month following the date of hire. If the 15-hour requirement is met, the benefits eligibility date will be the first day of the month following 4 months of continuous service.