Job Description

Job Description

About the Team

Our Finance team ensure we are accountable and on track to company strategies. Their responsibilities include forecasting, in-season management, and analysis across business units. From sales and margin to operations and expenses, our Finance team provides consistent, accurate information to cross-functional partners to support PetSmart's growth initiatives.

Collaborative Work Environment
At PetSmart, teamwork and connection are core to how we thrive. This role is based at our Phoenix Home Office, with an expectation of working a minimum of four days in the office each week. In a standard work week, associates may work up to one remote “flex day” (with leader approval). Our hybrid approach is designed to foster strong collaboration while also supporting flexibility and individual success.

Overview

We are seeking an accomplished Director of Financial Reporting, Subsidiary Accounting, and Valuations to join our team. This high-impact role provides direct exposure to executive leadership, partnering with leaders across multiple areas of the business to develop and/or review complex financial models, primarily for those used within valuations. The position will also oversee external financial reporting, accounting for a variety of wholly-owned subsidiaries, technical accounting research, and apply proven knowledge of valuation methodologies, income tax concepts, US GAAP, and IFRS to financial reporting and valuation modeling.

This is a leadership role requiring a CPA with advanced technical expertise, management experience, and the ability to collaborate with multiple teams.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting

• Direct the preparation and review of consolidated financial statements, management reports, and subsidiary reporting packages.
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP and/or IFRS for all external reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with FP&A, Tax, and Operations teams to deliver timely and accurate reporting to senior leadership.
• Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes, controls, and transparency.

Executive Collaboration & Valuations

• Partner directly with leadership to design and develop complex financial models for valuations.
• Coordinate with external valuation specialists to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Review valuation reports, challenge assumptions, and coordinate with internal business partners to ensure completeness and accuracy of inputs and assumptions used in valuations.
• Deliver actionable insights to executive leadership.

Technical Accounting & Research

• Lead technical accounting research and prepare well-documented position papers for executive review.
• Interpret and implement new accounting standards across subsidiaries.
• Ensure accounting conclusions and reporting comply with US GAAP and/or IFRS.
• Be a key contributor in enterprise-wide strategic transactions (i.e. refinancing, M&A, etc.) if/when they should occur.

Subsidiary Accounting & Reporting

• Direct accounting and reporting processes for multiple subsidiaries.
• Oversee the preparation of financial statements under US GAAP or IFRS for subsidiaries with separate reporting requirements.
• Support the audit process for subsidiaries, ensuring timely resolution of issues.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of accounting professionals, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and growth.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration across accounting, tax, FP&A, and operations.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to executives on valuation, accounting, and reporting matters.

Qualifications

• CPA required.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting; Master’s degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including management responsibilities.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of valuations, income tax concepts, and financial reporting.
• Deep knowledge of US GAAP; working knowledge of IFRS preferred.
• Proven track record managing accounting and reporting.
• Exceptional analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to partner with finance and operations leadership and present complex accounting and/or valuation matters with clarity.

Personal Attributes

• Strategic thinker who balances detail orientation with big-picture vision.
• Confident and collaborative leader who builds credibility with executives and cross-functional teams.
• Proactive problem-solver with excellent judgment in applying complex accounting and valuation concepts.
• Committed to continuous learning and developing team talent.

• This role requires collaboration, teamwork, and face-to-face interaction with colleagues, leaders, and/or clients.
• Being in the office ensures access to leaders, cross-functional partners, and resources necessary to make timely decisions and drive results.
• On-site presence in accordance with our FlexSmart policy supports our culture of innovation, mentorship, and engagement, which is integral to our success in developing the best team.

* This is not intended to be an all-inclusive, exhaustive list of all essential job functions for this position. PetSmart retains the right to change or assign other required job duties to this position.

At PetSmart, Anything for Pets begins with our people. Every associate plays a vital role in creating meaningful experiences for pets and their families, and we empower our teams with the tools, resources, and opportunities to grow and succeed. 

We’re more than a workplace, we’re Team PetSmart. Together, we grow, collaborate, and challenge ourselves to be the best in all we do. Our culture is built on belonging and shared purpose, where every voice and experience matters. Guided by our values, we strive to do what’s right, lead responsibly, and bring our passion for pets to life every day. Not sure if you meet 100% of the position requirements and whether you should apply? We’d still like to hear from you and encourage you to apply with us! You might be the right fit for this role or another opportunity across Team PetSmart.

Our home office offers outstanding amenities in a fun and rewarding workplace including:

• Pet-friendly environment, bring your pets to work and enjoy the on-site dog park!
• On-Site Events & Adoptions, enjoy community-building opportunities, including pet adoption days, seasonal celebrations, family events, art events, & holiday festivals
• “Top Dog” gym with equipment, fitness classes, massage therapists, personal trainers, and wellness spaces
• “Sit & Stay” Café serving fresh breakfast and lunch options, snacks, & more
• “Lil Paws” NAEYC-accredited onsite childcare facility providing high-quality early education
• Paid Volunteer Opportunities to spend time doing good for causes close to heart
• Print Center and Business Services, Dry Cleaning, Mother's Rooms, Sustainable Infrastructure & more

PetSmart provides an equal opportunity for all associates and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.

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