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FINANCE DIRECTOR Job Description Veterinary United is seeking a Director of Finance to help support our next phase of growth. Veterinary United is an independent, family-owned veterinary practice group rooted in Michigan, with a growing presence in Florida and an exciting future ahead. As we continue to expand, we are looking for a strategic, hands-on finance leader who can bring clarity, insight, and structure to a growing organization. The Director of Finance will partner closely with leadership to support financial strategy, reporting, budgeting, and sustainable growth across our hospitals. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to make a meaningful impact in a people-first company that is growing while staying true to its independent, family-owned values. Financial Reporting & Consolidations • Partner with the CFO to oversee the preparation of accurate, timely consolidated financial statements across all practice entities • Lead and support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes in collaboration with the Controller • Review intercompany reconciliations and consolidation eliminations in Veterinary United's multi-entity environment • Ensure all financial reporting adheres to US GAAP standards and reflects the true financial position of the organization • Prepare and present financial reporting packages to the CFO and executive leadership, including commentary and variance analysis • Review contracts/agreements for business and financial impact Strategic Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting • Lead the annual budgeting process across all entities, working with practice managers, the Controller, and the CFO to develop realistic and growth-aligned financial plans • Develop rolling forecasts and scenario models to support executive decision-making and capital allocation • Monitor budget-to-actual performance and proactively identify risks, opportunities, and corrective actions • Produce long-range financial models to support strategic initiatives, capital planning, and investor or lender reporting • Translate complex financial projections into clear, actionable insights for non-financial stakeholders Acquisitions & Growth Support • Partner with the CFO and Business Development to evaluate, underwrite, and execute new practice acquisitions • Lead financial due diligence on acquisition targets, including quality of earnings analysis, liability assessment, and integration cost modeling • Oversee the financial onboarding and integration of newly acquired practices, including chart of accounts alignment, intercompany setup, and historical financial reconciliation • Support the structuring of acquisition transactions, purchase price allocations (ASC 805), and opening balance sheet entries • Maintain an active acquisition pipeline model to track deal flow, earn-out obligations, and post-close performance Tax Strategy & Compliance • Serve as the primary internal liaison for all federal and state income tax matters across Veterinary United's multi-entity structure • Coordinate with external tax advisors on corporate income tax returns (Form 1120 / 1120-S), quarterly estimated payments, and year-end tax planning strategies • Monitor multi-state tax nexus obligations as the organization expands into new markets and ensure timely registration and compliance • Oversee sales and use tax compliance, payroll tax filings, and 1099/W-2 reporting across all entities • Identify and implement tax planning opportunities to optimize the organization's effective tax rate and cash tax position Compliance, Risk & Internal Controls • Support the CFO in designing, implementing, and continuously improving internal controls across all entities to safeguard organizational assets • Identify financial, operational, and regulatory risks and develop mitigation strategies in partnership with leadership • Serve as a key liaison for external auditors, tax advisors, lenders, and regulatory bodies • Ensure ongoing compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local financial regulations across multi-state operations • Maintain and update the organization's accounting policies and procedures in alignment with US GAAP and organizational growth Financial Analytics & KPIs • Design and maintain a comprehensive suite of financial and operational KPIs tailored to veterinary practice performance and organizational health • Deliver insightful variance analysis, trend reporting, and executive-ready financial commentary on a monthly and quarterly basis • Partner with operations, practice managers, and the CSO to interpret financial results and drive data-informed decisions • Leverage financial data to assess practice-level performance and identify opportunities for margin improvement and cost optimization Team Leadership & CFO Support • Serve as a key advisor and right hand to the CFO, stepping in to represent financial operations as needed across internal and external stakeholder engagements • Coach Site Leaders in financial literacy and best practices • Mentor and develop the Controller and broader accounting team, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement • Collaborate cross-functionally with HR, operations, IT, legal, and practice leaders to support the organization's strategic and financial goals • Champion Veterinary United's people-first values within the finance function, building a team environment rooted in trust, transparency, and shared purpose Requirements Education & Credentials • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Actuarial Science, Data Analytics or a related field (required) • Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration (MBA) strongly preferred • CPA,CFA, CMA, CFP, FRM or relevant professional certification preferred Experience • 10+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience, with at least 4 years in a Director of Finance, VP of Finance, or senior financial leadership role • Demonstrated experience in a multi-location, multi-entity environment — healthcare, veterinary, or DSO/MSO experience a strong plus • Proven track record in financial planning and analysis (FP&A), budgeting, feasibility analysis, and long-range modeling • Hands-on experience supporting mergers, acquisitions, and post-close financial integration • Experience managing tax compliance in a multi-state corporate environment, including coordination with external tax advisors • Background in building, improving, or scaling accounting and finance infrastructure in a growth-stage organization Technical Skills • Deep knowledge of US GAAP and financial reporting standards, including ASC 805 (Business Combinations) and ASC 606 (Revenue Recognition) • Proficiency in accounting software such as Sage Intacct; experience with ERP systems and integrations a strong plus • Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills; experience with data visualization or BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Looker) highly valued • Familiarity with consolidation software, FP&A platforms, and practice management systems • Adept with AI utilization Leadership & Soft Skills • Exceptional communicator who can present complex financial information clearly and persuasively to executive, operational, and external audiences • Strategic thinker with the ability to balance long-range planning with near-term execution demands • Highly organized with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, entities, and stakeholders simultaneously • Collaborative, solutions-oriented leader who thrives in a fast-paced, acquisitive, and growing organization • High integrity, discretion, and sound professional judgment — a trusted partner to the CFO and executive team What We Offer • Competitive salary commensurate with experience, with performance-based incentive potential • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits • Work-life integration culture — we believe fulfilled people do their best work • A seat at the table in a leadership team shaping the future of a rapidly growing veterinary organization • Meaningful opportunities to drive strategic impact — from acquisitions to financial transformation • A collaborative, values-driven team that prioritizes people and pets over the bottom line • The chance to build and lead a high-performing finance function at a mission-led company making a real difference in veterinary medicine

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Veterinary United is seeking a Director of Finance to help support our next phase of growth.
Financial Reporting & Consolidations
Partner with the CFO to oversee the preparation of accurate, timely consolidated financial statements across all practice entities
Lead and support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes in collaboration with the Controller
Review intercompany reconciliations and consolidation eliminations in Veterinary United's multi-entity environment
Ensure all financial reporting adheres to US GAAP standards and reflects the true financial position of the organization
Prepare and present financial reporting packages to the CFO and executive leadership, including commentary and variance analysis
Review contracts/agreements for business and financial impact
Strategic Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting
Lead the annual budgeting process across all entities, working with practice managers, the Controller, and the CFO to develop realistic and growth-aligned financial plans
Develop rolling forecasts and scenario models to support executive decision-making and capital allocation
Monitor budget-to-actual performance and proactively identify risks, opportunities, and corrective actions
Produce long-range financial models to support strategic initiatives, capital planning, and investor or lender reporting
Translate complex financial projections into clear, actionable insights for non-financial stakeholders
Acquisitions & Growth Support
Partner with the CFO and Business Development to evaluate, underwrite, and execute new practice acquisitions
Lead financial due diligence on acquisition targets, including quality of earnings analysis, liability assessment, and integration cost modeling
Oversee the financial onboarding and integration of newly acquired practices, including chart of accounts alignment, intercompany setup, and historical financial reconciliation
Support the structuring of acquisition transactions, purchase price allocations (ASC 805), and opening balance sheet entries
Maintain an active acquisition pipeline model to track deal flow, earn-out obligations, and post-close performance
Tax Strategy & Compliance
Serve as the primary internal liaison for all federal and state income tax matters across Veterinary United's multi-entity structure

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Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration (MBA) strongly preferred
CPA,CFA, CMA, CFP, FRM or relevant professional certification preferred

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