Accounting Manager

Pet Paradise•Jacksonville, FL

18d•Onsite

About The Position

WE ARE PET PEOPLE! Pet Paradise's full-service pet care destination is dedicated to giving pet parents access to all the premium care they need to give their furry family members the happiest, healthiest, longest life possible. The Pet Paradise brand has grown to offer resort-style pet day camp and care, professional pet grooming, low-stress and high-quality veterinary care, and of course, overnight boarding that feels like home, all under one roof. Located in ten states with more than 60 locations in operation or under development and approximately 2,000 employees, Pet Paradise continues to expand in the United States. We are currently searching for an Accounting Manager with a passion for best practices, innovation, and problem solving to join our collaborative Finance & Accounting Team at our San Marco headquarters in Jacksonville! This individual will be a results-driven self-starter with strong analytical skills and will oversee a team of two to four accountants. They will help develop, coach, and mentor staff to strengthen technical expertise, judgment, and ownership of responsibilities. The Accounting Manager will be responsible for managing the organization’s accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and compliance with GAAP. This role partners closely with the Assistant Controller and leads day-to-day accounting activities, month-end close, and process improvements while mentoring staff.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field, with at least 5-7 years of progressive accounting experience, including a combination of public accounting and private industry general ledger experience
Proficiency with US GAAP and financial reporting
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, Oracle, SAP, Dynamics, or similar)
Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including proficiency with Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, etc.)
Experience with month-end close and audit support
Ability to effectively communicate and build relationships with all levels of the organization, including corporate team, regional and resort/clinic-level management, and outside vendors and auditors
Prior leadership experience managing a team of at least two direct reports
Skilled at prioritizing, multitasking, collaborating, effectively communicating, and making informed decisions
Organized, detail-oriented team player who can work independently as needed
Willingness to work occasional extended hours during close and key deadlines
Work onsite in an office environment at Pet Paradise HQ, which is located in the San Marco area of Jacksonville
Authorized to work in the US without sponsorship and ability to pass a criminal background check

Nice To Haves

CPA or CPA-eligible strongly preferred
Experience in hospitality accounting and finance including revenue recognition, cost controls, and high-volume transactional environments strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Manage and oversee daily accounting operations, including general ledger, journal entries, account reconciliations, and accruals
Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring timeliness and accuracy
Review financial statements and supporting schedules for completeness and compliance with GAAP
Prepare and review internal and external financial reports
Establishing and maintaining internal controls
Analyze financial results, identify trends, and investigate variances
Prepare and analyze monthly balance sheet and income statement variances, identifying trends, risks, and unusual fluctuations
Investigate and resolve variances in a timely manner and communicate findings to the Controller and finance leadership
Build bench strength through effective coaching, cross-training, and knowledge sharing
Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis
Maintain and enhance internal controls and accounting policies
Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and regulatory requirements
Assist in communications with external auditors and assist with audit preparation
Key point of contact with external tax providers
Lead and supervise team of staff accountants
Review work performed by team members and provided constructive feedback
Partner cross-functionally with Payroll, AP, AR, and Operations
Support the Assistant Controller and VP of Finance with special projects and process improvements