This is a high-impact role for a seasoned accounting professional who thrives in the fast-paced environment of a growth-stage startup. The ideal candidate has s
Work type: remote
Location: Remote
Salary: $190,000 – $230,000/yr
Type: Full-time
This is a high-impact role for a seasoned accounting professional who thrives in the fast-paced environment of a growth-stage startup. The ideal candidate has specialized experience in eCommerce or Marketplaces and a background at a Big 4 accounting firm. You should be a "player-coach" who is comfortable managing day-to-day QuickBooks tasks and tax filings while simultaneously building the long-term financial infrastructure and internal controls necessary for a scaling company. The compensation is highly competitive, offering a base of **$190k–$230k plus bonus, equity, and benefits**. As a **fully remote** position, it offers significant flexibility, though you will be reporting directly to the CEO. This is a unique opportunity to own the entire accounting function for a Y Combinator-backed company that is already supporting over 25,000 hospitals. **You might be a good fit if you...** * Have a Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance and mandatory **Big 4 experience**. * Are an expert in **US GAAP** and have a proven track record with Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR). * Prefer a "hands-on" leadership style where you manage payroll and reconciliations while mentoring a team. * Understand the specific tax and accounting complexities of marketplace and remote-first business models.
Join Vetcove and help modernize the future of veterinary software and the pet parent healthcare experience. Our suite of platforms features a market-leading procurement marketplace, an ultra-modern home delivery ecommerce experience, and a next-generation practice management system. More than 25,000 hospitals across all 50 states rely on Vetcove daily, supporting tens of thousands of veterinarians who care for tens of millions of pets each year.
We are modernizing the 50 billion dollar plus animal health industry by giving veterinary organizations the tools to focus more on patient care. Backed by Y Combinator and top venture investors in Silicon Valley, New York and Miami, Vetcove is a fast-growing, mission-driven company. We are searching for talented and passionate people who want to help shape the future of veterinary care.
About the position
Vetcove is seeking a highly motivated and proactive Controller to develop and execute accounting policies and procedures while scaling accounting systems and tools for growth. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, this individual will be responsible for directing the accounting activities of the company. The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys the challenge of working at a fast-paced startup, solving problems, and pioneering processes to better streamline and enhance financial operations. This role requires someone who can both execute and lead. You’ll be responsible for running the accounting function day to day alongside your team, while also strengthening processes, building infrastructure, and guiding how the function grows within the company. You will be instrumental in coaching and mentoring your team while still being hands on. You will play a critical role in ensuring that we build a premiere accounting function, while partnering across the business to ensure our systems and processes are running smoothly.
What you’ll do
In addition to base compensation, Vetcove offers a comprehensive benefits
package. Please refer to the “Benefits (Full Time Roles)” section above for more
details.
To apply, please submit your application through Vetcove’s Careers Page. The application deadline is June 1st, 2026.
Please note we are unable to sponsor work visas at this time.
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