Lead Analyst - Financial Reporting

About the Team

Our Finance team ensures 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 Work Environment

At PetSmart, teamwork and connection are core to how we thrive. This role is based at our Phoenix Home Office, with an expectation of working a minimum of four days in the office each week. In a standard work week, associates may work up to one remote “flex day” (with leader approval). Our hybrid approach is designed to foster strong collaboration while also supporting flexibility and individual success.

About the Job

As a Lead Analyst in Financial Reporting, you will play a pivotal role in delivering accurate, timely, and insightful financial disclosures that support compliance, transparency, and strategic decision-making. This role offers high visibility across the organization and the opportunity to influence financial reporting processes, technical accounting assessments, and investor communications.

Expanded Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of quarterly and annual external financial reports, including footnotes and MD&A, in accordance with US GAAP and SEC requirements.
• Own the preparation of statutory financial statements for select subsidiaries and the company’s 401(k) benefit plan, coordinating with external auditors and internal stakeholders.
• Research and evaluate emerging accounting standards and complex transactions, draft technical memos, and advise leadership on implications.
• Maintain and update the company’s accounting policy manual to ensure alignment with evolving standards and internal controls.
• Prepare and analyze the company’s adjusted EBITDA calculation for debt covenant compliance, partnering with Treasury and FP&A.
• Coordinate the quarterly earnings support binder used by senior leadership, ensuring completeness and consistency for investor communications.
• Respond to government surveys and regulatory reporting requests with precision and timeliness.
• Support process improvement initiatives to streamline reporting workflows and enhance data integrity.

Desired Qualifications

Additional Job Considerations

About the Culture

At PetSmart, Anything for Pets begins with our people. Every associate plays a vital role in creating meaningful experiences for pets and their families, and we empower our teams with the tools, resources, and opportunities to grow and succeed.

We’re more than a workplace, we’re Team PetSmart. Together, we grow, collaborate, and challenge ourselves to be the best in all we do. Our culture is built on belonging and shared purpose, where every voice and experience matters. Guided by our values, we strive to do what’s right, lead responsibly, and bring our passion for pets to life every day. 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 might be the right fit for this role or another opportunity across Team PetSmart.

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

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.