Staff Accountant – Property Accounting, CPA Track Required

Covetrus

Staff Accountant responsible for lease accounting and fixed assets at Covetrus. Supporting financial processes and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive efficiency.

Posted 5/10/2026full-timeRemote • Iowa, Missouri, Ohio, South Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $53,300 - $76,200 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist with the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process, ensuring accurate and timely reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
Prepare journal entries and supporting documentation for fixed asset transactions, lease activity, and capital expenditures, as well as assist with other general accounting areas and special projects as assigned.
Perform balance sheet reconciliations, including analysis and investigation of reconciling items.
Support the lease accounting process under ASC 842, including system entries and coordination with the Real Estate and Legal teams.
Assist with tracking internal-use software development costs and capital labor efforts in accordance with GAAP.
Support asset lifecycle management, including capital asset additions, disposals, and transfers.
Help maintain capital project schedules and track spend against budget.
Partner with the Financial Planning & Analysis and Procurement teams to support capital forecasting and reporting.
Assist with external audit and internal requests, providing necessary schedules and documentation.
Support efforts to enhance internal controls, standardize processes, and drive automation and efficiency.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
CPA eligible, working toward CPA licensure, or CPA preferred; MBA a plus.
2+ years of relevant accounting experience (internships or public/private accounting experience preferred).
Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.
Intermediate understanding of U.S. GAAP.
Strong Excel skills and familiarity with accounting systems (experience with Microsoft D365, NetSuite, System21, Prolease).
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
A collaborative and curious mindset with a desire to learn and grow.

Benefits

Comp & perks

401k savings & company match
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Maternity leave
Parental leave
Military leave
Other leaves of absence
Health, dental, and vision benefits
Health savings accounts
Flexible spending accounts
Life & disability benefits
Identity theft protection
Pet insurance

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Hard Skills & Tools

journal entriesbalance sheet reconciliationslease accountingcapital asset managementcapital forecastinginternal controlsautomationfinancial reportingGAAP compliancecost tracking

Soft Skills

attention to detailcommunicationinterpersonal skillstime managementcollaborationcuriosityadaptabilityproblem-solvingorganizational skillsability to manage priorities

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in AccountingBachelor’s degree in FinanceCPA eligibleworking toward CPA licensureCPA preferredMBA