Controller

Companion Pet Partners, LLC • El Segundo, CA

2d • Remote

About The Position

Companion is seeking a high-caliber Corporate Controller to lead the accounting organization for a rapidly scaling, multi-site veterinary hospital group in a private-equity-backed environment. The role will strengthen financial controls, streamline multi-site reporting, and deliver institutional-grade reporting for PE sponsors. The Controller will connect site-level clinical operations with corporate financial strategy, optimize processes, and safeguard the integrity of a $100M+ P&L while building a scalable foundation for growth and M&A.

This is a remote position, with preference for candidates residing on the West Coast. The Controller will oversee financial close and consolidated reporting across 31+ locations, sponsor reporting, external audit and tax relationships, acquisition integration and purchase accounting, accounting systems, internal controls, revenue reconciliation, and financial planning support.

Requirements

• At least 10 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Prior experience in a private-equity-backed or multi-site healthcare environment.
• CPA required.
• Expert command of US GAAP, multi-entity consolidations, intercompany eliminations, and purchase accounting.
• Hands-on experience integrating multiple tuck-in acquisitions per year into a centralized accounting engine.
• Proven ability to manage, mentor, and scale a direct or indirect team of 5–6.

Nice To Haves

• Big 4 or large regional public accounting background.
• Hands-on experience with modern ERPs such as NetSuite.
• Experience with veterinary Practice Information Management System (PMS) platforms.
• West Coast residence is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and accelerate monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes across 31+ locations, ensuring timely and accurate consolidated financial statements in accordance with US GAAP.
• Deliver monthly sponsor-specific reporting packages, including EBITDA bridge analysis and add-back tracking.
• Manage relationships with external auditors and tax advisors, lead the year-end audit, and ensure compliance with multi-state tax requirements.
• Lead financial onboarding of acquired veterinary practices, including Chart of Accounts mapping, payroll migration, and ERP integration.
• Partner with the CFO and external advisors on opening balance sheet entries, intangible asset valuation, and working capital true-ups.
• Oversee and optimize the accounting technology stack, including systems such as NetSuite, PIMS, and AP/Tipalti.
• Design and enforce internal controls across hospital locations to mitigate risk in cash handling, inventory management, and procurement.
• Oversee the revenue cycle and ensure accurate reconciliation between Practice Management Systems and the general ledger.
• Partner with the Senior Director of Finance to provide the data foundation for 13-week cash forecasts and budget-versus-actual variance analysis.
• Manage, mentor, and scale a direct and indirect team of 5–6 accounting and finance professionals.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of $200,000–$220,000 base plus annual bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Significant growth opportunities as the organization expands.
• Collaborative environment that values expertise and input.
• Professional development opportunities to enhance leadership and technical skills.
• Modern technology and tools to support efficient financial operations.
• Supportive leadership team.
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact by building the accounting infrastructure.
• Work-life balance that respects personal and professional commitments.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed