Assistant Controller

Summary

Join Carrum Health's Finance team in San Francisco as an Assistant Controller. This full-time position involves managing internal accounting, leading month-end/year-end closing, implementing best-in-class processes, ensuring tax compliance, and collaborating with external auditors. You will oversee day-to-day operations, maintain payroll and 401K matters, and work with accounts receivable and revenue cycle managers. The ideal candidate possesses 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in healthcare and a startup environment, a CPA certification, and proficiency in accounting and finance tools. Carrum offers a competitive salary, bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

• Over 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in the healthcare industry and in a startup or high-growth environment
• Bachelors, Masters or equivalent in accounting or related field; Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required
• Proficient in accounting and finance tools (e.g., NetSuite, Expensify, QuickBooks, Rippling, Bill.com, etc.) with a willingness to adapt to new systems
• You have a detailed understanding of GAAP accounting and strong technical accounting skills
• Proven track record of executing month-end close, financial reporting, audits, and tax compliance activities
• An outcome oriented professional that thrives in dynamic startup environments - you’re able to identify opportunities for improvement across your sphere of ownership and others
• You have excellent written and verbal communication skills and can collaborate with technical teams, executives and business partners of varying scope and dimension

Responsibilities

• Manage Carrum Health’s internal accounting function
• Lead month-end and year-end closing to ensure the timely and precise preparation of financial statements
• Implement best in class accounting processes and improve efficiency of our financial workflows, including standardizing reporting
• Ensure timely tax submissions and compliance with all regulatory requirements
• Collaborate closely with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory agencies to maintain full compliance with financial and legal requirements
• Oversee day-to-day operations related to payable(s) and general ledger functions to enhance accuracy and operational efficiency
• Maintain operational ownership of business functions such as reporting, and forecasting - both individually and in collaboration with Finance
• Maintain ownership of payroll and 401K matters
• Work closely with accounts receivable manager and revenue cycle manager functions
• Create and maintain documentation for accounting processes and procedures to ensure consistency and scalability

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with financial software systems, with knowledge of Netsuite preferred
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills

Benefits

• Salary range plus bonus, depending on level of experience and geographic location
• Stock option plan
• Flexible schedules and remote work
• Chicago and San Francisco offices available
• Self-managed vacation days, within reason
• Paid parental leave
• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• 401K retirement plan