Senior Accountant

At Digs Dog Care, we’re more than a collection of Pet Resorts—we’re a pack with one vision: to build the most trusted dog care community. Here, teammates grow as leaders, pet parents experience legendary hospitality, and every dog thrives in a safe, spotless resort.

As pets become family for more and more people, the demand for world-class care is only growing—and so is the need for passionate, skilled teammates. That’s where you come in.

Our mission is simple: elevate the standard of care for pets by expanding a network of exceptional resorts, empowering our teams with the training and tools to succeed, and earning the trust of pet parents for life.

When you join Digs, you’re not just starting a job—you’re joining a community. We learn together, grow together, and celebrate every wag along the way.

We are seeking a talented Sr. Accountant to join our Chicago Headquarters team. The Senior Accountant will be responsible for assisting the accounting department in month-end close activities, accounts receivable process, balance sheet related reconciliations, ASC 842 and other duties as assigned. This role is crucial in ensuring that all financial transactions are processed accurately and timely. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of accounting principles, experience with financial reporting analysis, proficiency in various accounting software, and the ability to work collaboratively and adapt in a constantly evolving environment.

Given the dynamic, growing nature of our platform, this individual's ability to quickly move between tasks is imperative. This role is a strategically critical role as we continue to grow, acquire, and integrate new businesses at a rapid pace.

Digs values and promotes a respectful, positive, and professional work environment and all teammates are expected to adhere to this. This role is a leadership position in the organization and will be critical in developing the culture of Digs. Additionally, you are accountable for the following:

• Play a key role in the month‑end close process, including preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and analyzing financial data to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Perform timely and accurate reconciliations of assigned balance sheet accounts
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations across multiple entities, ensuring all cash activity is accurately recorded and discrepancies are researched and resolved in a timely manner
• Perform cash analytics by monitoring daily cash activity, identifying trends, and preparing reporting to support short‑term and long‑term cash management decisions
• Manage full accounts payable cycle, including processing vendor invoices, coding credit card transactions, and ensuring proper approvals in accordance with company policies
• Serve as the primary point of contact for vendors, resolving inquiries and payment discrepancies promptly and professionally
• Own ASC 842 compliance process by maintaining accurate lease schedules, updating lease software for new leases and changes, and ensuring all supporting documentation is complete
• Prepare monthly and quarterly lease‑related entries and reconciliations, ensuring financial statements accurately reflect ROU assets, lease liabilities, and related expenses
• Record and reconcile revenue accurately from POS systems, ensuring completeness and proper cutoff in accordance with GAAP; prepare and post monthly accrual and deferral adjustments to reflect earned but unbilled or prepaid revenue
• Establish and validate opening balance sheets for new entities, acquisitions, or system conversions, including the identification, valuation, and ongoing accounting for goodwill and other intangible assets
• Manage sales tax filings and payments across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely remittance to avoid penalties
• Collaborate with other departments to resolve discrepancies and ensure smooth financial operations
• Identify and implement opportunities for process improvements and automation within the accounts payable and month‑end close cycles
• Support audits by providing necessary documentation and…