VCA West LA Animal Hospital Hiring for Hospital Accountant Job at Los Angeles, CA Full Time

VCA West Los Angeles Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Hospital Accountant to join our thriving veterinary practice in Los Angeles, California.

We are looking for an Accountant to manage all financial transactions, from fixed payments and variable expenses to bank deposits and budgets.

Accountant responsibilities include auditing financial documents and procedures, working with Hospital Administrator to finalize monthly, quarterly, and annual budgets. To be successful in this role, you should have previous experience with bookkeeping and a flair for spotting numerical mistakes.

Ultimately, you will provide us with accurate quantitative information on financial position, liquidity and cash flows of our business, to assist us in making budgetary decisions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

· Manage all accounting transactions

· Prepare budget forecasts

· Publish financial statements in time

· Review monthly, quarterly and annual closings

· Reconcile invoices for hospital

· Manage balance sheets and profit/loss statements

· Report on the company’s financial health and liquidity

· Audit financial transactions and documents

· Comply with financial policies and regulations

· Maintain financial or account records

· Report to management about asset utilization and audit results, and recommend changes in operations and financial activities

· Recommending financial action by analyzing accounting option

Secondary Responsibilities

· Compile data or documentation.

· Collect and analyze data to detect deficient controls, duplicated effort, extravagance, fraud, or non-compliance with laws, regulations, and management policies.

· Inspect account books and accounting systems for efficiency, effectiveness, and use of accepted accounting procedures.

· Help track quarterly inventory reports

· Work with Inventory Controller to budget for large purchases.

Requirements

· Work experience as an Accountant

· Excellent knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures, including the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

· Hands-on experience with accounting software like FreshBooks and QuickBooks

· Advanced MS Excel skills including Vlookups and pivot tables

· Experience with general ledger functions

· Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills

· BSc in Accounting, Finance or relevant degree preferred

· Additional certification (CPA or CMA) is a plus

We are passionate about supporting Veterinary Technicians and are committed to your continuing education and personal career development. VCA West Los Angeles is a member of a larger community of dedicated professionals that will encourage you to explore everything a Veterinary Technician career has to offer. We are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work. In addition, we support a work environment where you can focus on your career, happiness, and the patients you serve. Below are some of the many benefits of joining the our team!

• Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community

• Leadership opportunities

• Career development programs

• Opportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA Charities

• Continuing education allowance

• Tuition support and sponsorships

• Veterinary Technician license reimbursement

• Free mental health and wellness subscriptions (Head Space)

• Referral bonuses

• Competitive wage

• Medical, dental & vision insurance

• Generous pet care discounts

• Life, long and short-term disability insurance

• Paid parental leave

• Paid vacation and sick time

• 401(k)

• Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Preferred)

Experience:

• Accounting: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPA (Preferred)

Work Location: One location