Staff Accountant (3 days/week in office)

We are looking for future leaders of the pack! Along with regular assigned duties, we look for people who want to take on special projects and stretch assignments to grow and develop with the organization. If you are hard-working and inquisitive about your career, then Pet Supplies Plus may be a great next step!

The Staff Accountant is responsible for financial analysis and month-end close process and procedures for assigned areas. These areas can include inventory, fixed assets, sales & receivables, store margin, treasury, etc. We like to rotate team members through different responsibilities as part of a career development strategy so these will evolve over time. Responsibilities around internal controls and interactions with auditors will also be a part of this role.

Additionally, regular interaction with peers and cross-functional leadership is expected as we work collaboratively to solve problems and drive improvements and efficiencies throughout the Company.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Month-end accounting procedures including preparation of journal entries
• Reconciliation of assigned balance sheet accounts
• Regular financial analysis and communication with stakeholders throughout the organization to help explain operating results
• Interaction with franchisees around inventory levels, billing & collections, cash application, etc.
• Generate reporting for management that will be used to drive decision-making
• Coordinate deliverables with auditors, external parties, and leadership on a regular basis
• Work on special projects designed to drive process improvement and efficiency including IT based initiatives
• Assist in the annual budgeting process as required
• Perform various other accounting responsibilities in support of general accounting
• Other responsibilities as assigned

 QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors’ degree in Finance or Accounting is required. CPA strongly preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience in public and/or corporate accounting.
• Experience with financial reporting under U.S. GAAP
• Detail oriented, accurate, flexible, and able to work in a dynamic team-centric environment
• Results-driven and possesses strong analytical skills
• Proactive and confident in communication
• Ability to build relationships cross-functionally to drive attainment of goals and objectives
• Able to manage priorities and time effectively
• Experience with ERP systems and proficient in Microsoft Office applications

#LI-SQ1

Pet Supplies Plus is focused on making it easier to get better products for your pet. With over 730 locations in 44 states, the stores have a streamlined design making it easy to navigate a wide assortment of natural foods, hard goods and pet services. Friendly, knowledgeable staff get to know each pet and their owner by name and provide playful store experiences to remind them just how fun it is to own a pet. Pet Supplies Plus stores are large enough to house an incredible variety of food and equipment, yet small enough to still feel neighborly.

Pet Supplies Plus is ranked No. 21 overall in Entrepreneur Magazine's 2024 Franchise 500® list and is the Top Full-Service Pet Supplies Franchise for its exceptional performance in areas including financial strength and stability, growth rate and system size. For more information, please visit www.petsuppliesplus.com. 

EOE STATEMENT

We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.