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Director, Financial Reporting, Subsidiary Accounting, and Valuations
Director, Financial Reporting, Subsidiary Accounting, and ValuationsPetSmart • Phoenix, AZ, US
Director, Financial Reporting, Subsidiary Accounting, and Valuations

Director, Financial Reporting, Subsidiary Accounting, and Valuations

PetSmart • Phoenix, AZ, US
14 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
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.

About the Location

Collaborative & Flexible Work Environment : We believe in fostering growth, teamwork and creativity in a dynamic workplace. This role is based at PetSmart’s Phoenix Home Office, where associates currently enjoy the benefits of in-person collaboration while having the flexibility to work remotely one day per week (a “flex workday” with leader approval), and an expected four days in the office. At PetSmart, you’ll be part of an engaging and supportive environment designed to help you and our teams thrive.

About the Job

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.
  • About the Culture

    At PetSmart, we work hard to create a culture where every associate feels like they truly belong and we celebrate the unique stories, backgrounds, and experiences our associates share.  These experiences not only bring new perspectives in shaping our Belonging culture but they’re core to PetSmart’s success.

    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 just may be the ideal candidate for this role, and if not this one, perhaps another position.

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

  • Pet friendly environment, bring your pets to work!
  • On-site Dog Park
  • “Top Dog” gym with equipment, fitness classes, massage therapists and personal trainers
  • “Sit & Stay” Café serving fresh breakfast and lunch options
  • On-site coffee bar
  • “Lil’ Paws” learning center and onsite daycare facility (associate paid)
  • Volunteer events with PetSmart Charities
  • Learn more about #LifeAtPetSmart here :   -at-petsmart /
  • Check out Associate stories and share in some celebrations at PetSmart :
  • Explore PetSmart Benefits here :
  • If you don't already live in the Phoenix area here's a guide to the area :  Welcome to Phoenix Guide
  • 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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