Financial Analyst

Financial AnalystAt Mission Pet Health, our mission to care for pets and their families drives everything we do. As we rapidly scale toward 1,000 hospitals, our forward-thinking team of more than 20,000 teammates is making bold investments in people, technology, and process that will prepare us for a future IPO. This is where you come in. In addition to gaining a wealth of accounting experience in a fast-paced and dynamic team, you will play a pivotal role in scaling our organization for future success. This is your opportunity to bring attention to detail and a solution-oriented mindset to a team committed to continuous improvement.Please note that this role is onsite in our Birmingham, Alabama office.Your impact will include:Preparing annual budgets with input from SLT, field directors, and historical trends.Conducting budget-to-actual variance analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.Monitoring key financial metrics and performance indicators, and reporting relevant findings to seniors.Updating financial forecasts based on budget variances, historical trends, feedback from leadership, and new information from other departments.Conducting detailed financial analyses and providing insights to supervisors regarding hospital performance.Updating monthly financial reports, communicating results, and assisting in preparing quarterly board of director slides.Continuously improving financial processes and systems to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and support our team goals.Supporting the accounting team with internal and external audits as needed.What you'll bring to the team:Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.1-3 years of experience in financial analysis or a similar role.A problem-solving and solution-oriented mindset, with a commitment to our WAG values.Strong functional and technical knowledge, especially with financial modeling and analysis tools (e.g., Excel, financial software).Excellent analytical skills, with strong attention to detail and accuracy.Consistent and effective communication skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships.A collaborative nature, with a sense of commitment to your direct teammates and the larger Mission team.An understanding of how your team's priorities align with company goals.Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools is a plus.Responsibilities and benefits:As part of the Mission Pet Health Home Office team, you'll be joining a collaborative group of professionals dedicated to supporting our hospital teams and shaping the future of veterinary medicine.Competitive compensation, total wellbeing, financial health, commitment to growth, a collaborative culture, and valuable perks.Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture.Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values – Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine.EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.