Director, Reporting and Technical Accounting

Covetrus is a global animal-health technology and services leader dedicated to empowering veterinary practice partners to drive improved health and financial outcomes. We bring together products, services, and technology into a single platform that connects our customers to the solutions and insights they need to work best. Our passion for the well-being of animals and those who care for them drives us to advance the world of veterinary medicine. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Responsible for Technical Accounting, Consolidations & Reporting

• Lead the planning, coordination, and preparation of financial statements consolidation process 

• Oversee accounting activities related to corporate functions and holding entities 

• Execute quarterly and annual reporting process to support timely and accurate financial statements  

• Advise and partner with business leaders on M&A activities 

• Review material contracts and evaluate accounting impact  

• Collaborate with Legal, HR, FP&A, and other business partners on business initiatives and accounting impact 

• Advise business on how to construct agreements to achieve desired outcome 

• Perform technical research on accounting topics, document positions within accounting memos, and advise business on treatment 

• Advise respective accounting teams on new and/or complex accounting transactions Monitor development of new and emerging accounting pronouncements 

• Assess impact of new accounting literature and lead implementation of accounting standards 

• Create/revise global accounting policies and ensure process for consistent application across the company 

• Partner with business unit controllers to ensure accounting policies are updated to reflect current business practices and compliance with GAAP 

• Develop/maintain relationships and work closely with external auditors, business leaders, and senior management to ensure communication of critical issues in a timely manner 

• Lead audit process with external auditors 

• Monitor/benchmark reporting and disclosure best practices and advise executive management on recommendations internally 

• Identify and implement process improvements 

• Conduct ad hoc analysis as needed 

Qualifications and Skillsets:  

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance 

• CPA required, MBA a plus 

• 10+ years of experience, with 5+ years working in Big 4 accounting firm a plus 

• Strong knowledge of GAAP, IFRS, SEC filing requirements, financial reporting, and internal controls 

• Ability to clearly and concisely document and effectively communicate complex accounting and reporting issues to Finance and non-Finance personnel 

• Effective at building strong relationships across departments and at all levels with customer service focus 

• Ability to lead, influence, and drive change with key stakeholders and executives 

• Works effectively in a fast-paced environment with multiple competing deadlines 

• Possess agility and can adapt quickly to changing priorities 

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 

• Analytical mindset and critical thinker 

• Utilize creative problem-solving skills 

• Strong work ethic with willingness and ability to dig into details to accomplish tasks and complete projects 

• Proactive and organized with excellent planning, analytical, and project management skills 

• Demonstrate a strong commitment towards continuous learning and personal development 

• Continuous improvement mindset 

We offer the following benefits for you to take advantage of while you are here provided you meet the eligibility requirements under each governing program:

• 401k savings & company match

• Paid time off

• Paid holidays

• Maternity leave

• Parental leave

• Military leave

• Other leaves of absence

• Health, dental, and vision benefits

• Health savings accounts

• Flexible spending accounts

• Life & disability benefits​

• Identity theft protection