ACCOUNTING MANAGER

REPORTS TO: Chief Operating Officer

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Accounting Manager oversees daily accounting operations, financial reporting, cash management, audit coordination, and tax reporting. This role coordinates Accounting Department activities and partners with management and other departments to strengthen controls, improve processes, and support financial planning.

COMPENSATION:

$85,000 – $125,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee month-end and year-end close, including journal entries, accruals, deferrals, and account reconciliations.
• Maintain the general ledger and reporting structure; review financial information and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare financial reports and analyses to support management decisions and financial planning.
• Oversee accounts payable, vendor payments, and resolution of invoice and payment discrepancies.
• Monitor accounts receivable and collection activity; assess prospective customer creditworthiness.
• Review corporate card activity and employee purchases for appropriate documentation and repayment of personal expenses.
• Support cash flow forecasting and line-of-credit planning; monitor banking activity and related controls.
• Complete weekly borrowing base certificates and quarterly covenant calculations for the bank.
• Coordinate the annual financial statement audit and tax return preparation with external partners; prepare supporting workpapers and record final audit adjustments.
• Prepare or oversee applicable state tax reporting and county personal property tax declarations.
• Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules; support budgeting and capital expenditure forecasts.
• Review inventory adjustments and patronage rebate calculations for accuracy; work with relevant departments to resolve recurring transaction errors.
• Prepare broker fee calculations and supporting documentation; resolve customer pricing deductions.
• Coordinate Accounting Department workloads, provide staff guidance, and personally provide backup support for billing, accounts payable, and accounts receivable as needed.
• Maintain accounting procedures, internal controls, and segregation of duties; lead workflow, systems, and automation improvements.
• Partner with other departments and external contacts to resolve accounting issues and support business operations; perform other related duties as assigned.

MEASURE OF SUCCESS:

• Complete accounting close and financial reporting accurately and within established deadlines.
• Maintain audit-ready records and complete assigned tax and lender reporting on time.
• Support effective cash planning, timely payments, and collection follow-up.
• Maintain reliable controls, coordinated team coverage, and practical process improvements.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including hands-on responsibility for month-end close, financial reporting, reconciliations, and audit support.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience supervising or leading accounting staff.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and internal controls.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with ERP systems.

Preferred

• Experience in distribution, inventory accounting, or a member-owned cooperative.
• Experience with borrowing base reporting and bank covenant calculations.

WHY JOIN DURVET?

You'll join a financially strong, member-owned organization with more than 50 years of industry leadership. As Accounting Manager, you'll lead a knowledgeable team, provide financial insights that support executive decisions, and improve the processes that keep the business running smoothly. Your expertise will help strengthen financial accuracy, support collaboration across departments, and contribute to the company’s long-term success.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Durvet, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.