Southern Veterinary Partners
Financial Analyst
Southern Veterinary Partners (SVP) is a veterinarian owned and operated network of animal hospitals throughout the country. Our mission is to be a community of veterinary teams providing personalized care with exceptional hospitality. SVP currently owns over 400 locations, and is sponsored by a leading private equity team. SVP is developing a standalone, premium branded company of hospitals named 'Livewell', which provide care ranging from general practice to urgent care and specialty veterinary medicine. At this time, we have launched nine Livewells and have six additional locations to open in 2024, with another 20+ being scoped out for 2025. Our objective is to have 60+ Livewells active by end of 2026, with the aim of opening 20-30 annually going forward. The Financial Analyst will be responsible for conducting detailed financial analyses, preparing financial reporting packages, building detailed budgets and updating strategic forecasts to support effective decision-making. This role requires a highly analytical and detail-oriented professional with strong financial modeling skills and a deep understanding of accounting and financial principles. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in financial analysis, excellent problem-solving abilities, and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams. Role Competencies: Problem-Solving Collaboration Communication Continuous Improvement WAG Values Role Specific Tasks: Prepare annual hospital budgets with input from SLT, field directors and historical trends Conduct budget to actual variance analysis to identify trends, risks and opportunities Monitor key financial metrics and performance indicators, and report relevant findings to seniors Update financial forecasts based on a review of budget to actual variances, changes in historical trends, feedback from SLT and field directors, and new information from other departments Conduct detailed financial analyses and provide insights to supervisors regarding hospital performance Update monthly financial reports and communicate results and insights to supervisors Collaborate with various departments to gather new information that will impact financial results, update forecasts and communicate changes to the team Assist in the preparation of quarterly board of director slides Support accounting with internal and external audits, as needed Continuously improve financial processes and systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field 1-3 years of experience in financial analysis or a similar role Strong proficiency in financial modeling and analysis tools (e.g., Excel, financial software) Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Strong attention to detail and accuracy Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools is a plus Benefits: Work with an organization recognized as #1 in Healthcare by Newsweek's Most Loved Workplaces in 2024. Online discount platform Collaborative team of people who live out our WAG values (work together, amaze, grow) Competitive salary Health, dental + vision insurance 401K with a company match Life insurance, short-term disability, and telemedicine Upward mobility and growth opportunities Generous paid time off and company-wide holidays Discounted veterinary care for your four-legged family members An opportunity to make a valuable impact on over 400 veterinary hospitals nationwide Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a teammate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The teammate is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 20 pounds without assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the teammate for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Southern Veterinary Partners (SVP) is a veterinarian owned and operated network of animal hospitals throughout the country. Our mission is to be a community of veterinary teams providing personalized care with exceptional hospitality. SVP currently owns over 400 locations, and is sponsored by a leading private equity team. SVP is developing a standalone, premium branded company of hospitals named 'Livewell', which provide care ranging from general practice to urgent care and specialty veterinary medicine. At this time, we have launched nine Livewells and have six additional locations to open in 2024, with another 20+ being scoped out for 2025. Our objective is to have 60+ Livewells active by end of 2026, with the aim of opening 20-30 annually going forward. The Financial Analyst will be responsible for conducting detailed financial analyses, preparing financial reporting packages, building detailed budgets and updating strategic forecasts to support effective decision-making. This role requires a highly analytical and detail-oriented professional with strong financial modeling skills and a deep understanding of accounting and financial principles. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in financial analysis, excellent problem-solving abilities, and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams. Role Competencies: Problem-Solving Collaboration Communication Continuous Improvement WAG Values Role Specific Tasks: Prepare annual hospital budgets with input from SLT, field directors and historical trends Conduct budget to actual variance analysis to identify trends, risks and opportunities Monitor key financial metrics and performance indicators, and report relevant findings to seniors Update financial forecasts based on a review of budget to actual variances, changes in historical trends, feedback from SLT and field directors, and new information from other departments Conduct detailed financial analyses and provide insights to supervisors regarding hospital performance Update monthly financial reports and communicate results and insights to supervisors Collaborate with various departments to gather new information that will impact financial results, update forecasts and communicate changes to the team Assist in the preparation of quarterly board of director slides Support accounting with internal and external audits, as needed Continuously improve financial processes and systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field 1-3 years of experience in financial analysis or a similar role Strong proficiency in financial modeling and analysis tools (e.g., Excel, financial software) Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Strong attention to detail and accuracy Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools is a plus Benefits: Work with an organization recognized as #1 in Healthcare by Newsweek's Most Loved Workplaces in 2024. Online discount platform Collaborative team of people who live out our WAG values (work together, amaze, grow) Competitive salary Health, dental + vision insurance 401K with a company match Life insurance, short-term disability, and telemedicine Upward mobility and growth opportunities Generous paid time off and company-wide holidays Discounted veterinary care for your four-legged family members An opportunity to make a valuable impact on over 400 veterinary hospitals nationwide Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a teammate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The teammate is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 20 pounds without assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the teammate for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.