Regional Controller
Patterson Companies, Inc.
Summary
As a Regional Controller, you will be responsible for managing the finance and accounting department for the region. You will also monitor operations for the region and implement changes when needed and will assure internal controls are in place and enforced.
Job description
Job Summary
As a Regional Controller, you will be responsible for managing the finance and accounting department for the region. You will also monitor operations for the region and implement changes when needed and will assure internal controls are in place and enforced.
Essential Functions
Financial Controls
- Supervise the activities of the regional accounting center
- Perform monthly financial close in timely and accurate manner
- Reconciliation of balance sheet accounts monthly
- Yearly develop regional budgets
- Quarterly develop financial forecasts
- Develop information and present meaningful operations reviews to the Division
- Provide information to satisfy external financial reporting requirements when needed
- Provide support and direction for the regional management, sales and operations teams when needed
- Contribute leadership as needed to direct reports. Assist in objective planning and feedback throughout the year. Furnish knowledge and training as needed.
People Management:
- Manages direct reports including the hiring, development, performance management, goal setting, and other managerial duties.
- Ensures direct reports are aware of and follow established business policies, practices, and Company's Code of Conduct to create a supportive and productive working environment.
Job Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
- At least 5 years of accounting or finance experience, knowledge of accounting principles, and demonstrated inventory, costing, general ledger and financial analysis skills.
- Demonstrated ability to meet work and project deadlines producing high quality output.
- Excellent prioritization & organizational skills to manage multiple deliverables.
- Verbal & written communication skills that provide direct, succinct messages and can be understood by financial and non-financial business partners.
- Ability to identify areas of improvement and work with management to optimize processes.
- Proficiency in MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with SAP
- Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills
- CPA or CMA
Working Conditions
This position is in an office environment. This position requires occasional travel (25%) in a national area.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
- At least 5 years of accounting or finance experience
- Knowledge of accounting principles
- Demonstrated inventory, costing, general ledger and financial analysis skills
- Demonstrated ability to meet work and project deadlines producing high quality output
- Excellent prioritization & organizational skills to manage multiple deliverables
- Verbal & written communication skills
- Ability to identify areas of improvement and work with management to optimize processes
- Proficiency in MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Wellness Program
- 401(k) Matching
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Pay
- Floating Holidays
- Volunteer Time Off
- Educational Assistance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Adoption Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Patterson Perks Program
Company overview
Patterson Companies, Inc. is a leading value-added distributor specializing in products, software, equipment, technical services, and business solutions for oral and animal health markets across North America and the United Kingdom. Founded in 1877 as a dental supply company, Patterson has evolved into a comprehensive healthcare distribution powerhouse with deep expertise in both dental and veterinary sectors. The company operates through three core divisions: Patterson Dental Supply, Patterson Veterinary Supply, and Animal Health International, serving dental practices, veterinary clinics, and animal production operations of all sizes. Patterson distinguishes itself through its legendary customer service, technical expertise, and comprehensive practice management solutions that help healthcare providers operate more efficiently and profitably. With approximately 7,600 employees and a network of over 70 distribution facilities, the company combines national scale with local market knowledge to deliver exceptional service. Patterson's commitment to innovation is evident through its technology offerings, including practice management software, 3D imaging solutions, and patient education systems. The company was publicly traded on NASDAQ as PDCO until its acquisition by Patient Square Capital in 2025, transitioning to private ownership while maintaining its market leadership position in healthcare distribution.