Job Description

Finance Manager at Vetster
Join our mission:
Vetster (vetster.com) is the world's fastest-growing veterinary telehealth and pet care marketplace. Since our launch in 2020, we have established ourselves as a leader in the rapidly growing pet care industry. Named Overall Pet Healthcare Company of the Year, Vetster makes it easier for pet owners to connect with the veterinary care they need - anytime, anywhere.
We know that by empowering pet owners with easy-to-use, convenient services and an open marketplace, we can move the industry forward, create professional opportunities in the veterinary community, and fundamentally improve animal well-being and access to care. The work we are doing is groundbreaking and is changing lives.
Vetster is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. We work in cross-functional teams and believe ownership and accountability, along with trust, respect and inclusion are core tenets of success in our new working paradigm. At all levels, successful Vetster team members are those who seek to grow their careers and who share our ambition to build a global high-growth brand.
Position Overview
Vetster is looking for a Finance Manager to help us scale the finance department. Working with the VP of Finance, the Finance Manager will help grow Vetster's finance team's offering. The role will encompass a large array of responsibilities such as establishing processes and policies for staff, managing accounts payables, and supporting department leads in managing budgets. In addition, this person will work with senior leadership to help develop scenarios and models that support strategic plans. The right person wants to do a little bit of everything; ranging from month-end close to helping scale the department for rapid growth. Please note this role is hybrid, with a minimum of 2 days per week in our office in midtown Toronto at Yonge and Summerhill.
Your impact:

• Full cycle accounting
• Month End Close and preparation of monthly reporting package for management
• Managing and improving upon the company's operating model
• Coordinate and align with stakeholders to build the operating budget and monthly re-forecasts
• Evaluate and document current finance processes and research and recommend improvements
• Assist with payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and other daily tasks
• Control department costs by anticipating risks/opportunities.
• Account Reconciliations
• Co-ordinate and manage year-end audit with external auditors
• Preparing sensitivity and scenario analysis as required
• Investigating new accounting systems to help scale
• Conduct ad-hoc analysis to identify potential P&L opportunities and risks, and offer well-supported recommendations and challenge to the business

What You Bring:

• 4-6years of experience working in a startup, technology, or public accounting environment
• Strong technical accounting skills
• A recognized professional accounting designation (CPA) or is in the latter stages of acquiring one
• Aptitude to work across a number of skills, including practical and strategic work.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with an ability to distill financial information to a broad set of stakeholders.
• Advanced MS Excel skills and proficiency in SQL is an asset.
• Must be proficient in Excel and Google Sheets

Why Join Us?

• Unlimited access to Vetster for your pets.
• Dog-friendly office environment.
• Generous vacation and personal day policy.
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits for you and your family.
• Competitive salary with market alignment.
• RRSP matching and Employee Stock Option Plan.
• Opportunities for career growth and international assignments.
• A culture of inclusivity, equity, and team engagement.

Interview process:

• 30-minute introductory Google Meet video call with Keltie Neville, People Operations, and Ari Birman, VP of Finance
• 60-minute in-person interview at Vetster HQ 14 Birch Avenue, Toronto (Yonge and Summerhill) with Ari Birman, VP of Finance, Cerys Goodall, COO, and Mark Bordo, CEO
• Reference and Background check
• Offer

Ready to Make a Difference?
Embark on a fulfilling journey with us, shaping the future of pet healthcare through design. If you're driven by innovation, collaboration, and a love for pets, apply now to be a part of our mission-driven team.

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