Sidecar Health
Senior Accountant
Job Summary
This role is for a Senior Accountant within the Finance team at Sidecar Health, focusing on managing accounting processes, financial reporting, reconciliations, and internal controls. The candidate will support audits, analyze financial data, and collaborate across departments to improve reporting and compliance. Requirements include at least 4 years of accounting experience, proficiency in Excel and ERP systems, and strong communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and an opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven company transforming healthcare.
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Job Description
Sidecar Health is redefining health insurance. Our mission is to make excellent healthcare affordable and attainable for everyone. We know that to accomplish this lofty mission, we need driven people who will make things happen.
The passionate people who make up Sidecar Health’s team come from all over, with backgrounds as tech leaders, policy makers, healthcare professionals, and beyond. And they all have one thing in common—the desire to fix a broken system and make it more personalized, affordable, and transparent.
If you want to use your talents to transform healthcare in the United States, come join us!
About The RoleWe’re looking for a Senior Accountant to join our growing Finance team. In this role, you’ll apply your accounting expertise and operational experience to manage key financial processes and support accurate, timely reporting. You’ll work across functions to maintain strong internal controls and improve how we report and interpret financial data.
What You'll Do
- Own the monthly accounting, reconciliation, and reporting processes for assigned areas, ensuring accurate and timely financials
- Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations and analyze income statement accounts
- Assist with internal and external financial reporting requirements
- Design and implement processes, procedures, and internal controls to address risk and close control gaps
- Serve as a liaison with external stakeholders, including auditors, member groups, vendors, consultants, and tax agencies
- Support year-end audits and reporting for regulatory bodies (e.g., state revenue agencies)
- Prepare accounting memos and white papers for Controller review as needed
- Provide cross-functional support to department leaders and finance leadership
- Participate in cross-training and serve as a backup for other accounting team responsibilities
- Assist with ad-hoc tasks and special projects within the Finance department
What You'll Bring
- 4+ years of experience in Accounting or Finance; background in both public and private accounting preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
- CPA (or actively pursuing) preferred
- Experience in the insurance industry, especially with self-insured or stop-loss plans, is a plus
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and accounting principles
- Experience with ERP systems preferred (NetSuite or QuickBooks)
- Advanced Excel skills; proficiency in Word and PowerPoint is a plus
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Strong project management and prioritization skills in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Professional discretion when handling sensitive or confidential information
What You'll Get
- Competitive salary, bonus opportunity, and equity package
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
- A 401k retirement plan
- Paid vacation and company holidays
- Opportunity to make an impact at a rapidly growing mission-driven company transforming healthcare in the U.S.
Sidecar Health adopts a market-based approach to compensation, where base pay varies depending on location and is further influenced by job-related skills and experience. The current expected salary range for this position is $100,000 - $120,000.
Sidecar Health is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to building a diverse team. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status.
Sidecar Health
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