Technical Accountant
PhantomSalary not specified
Full Time
Senior (5 to 8 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Accounting, Finance, Real EstateIndustries
Requirements
- Experience of 2-4 years at a Big Four or public accounting firm
- Strong understanding of GAAP and ability to interpret day to day transactions
- Experience with common integrated SaaS applications (e.g. Workday, Expensify, GSuite, etc.)
- Ability and willingness to maintain efficiency in a multifaceted, extremely fast-paced environment with changing priorities
- Strong problem solving skills with a high attention to detail
- Strong ability to work across functions to acquire answers, get results, and build solutions
- A mix of public accounting and industry accounting preferred
- CPA preferred
Responsibilities
- Lead all aspects of the daily activities of the Revenue accounting department and related systems
- Ensure GAAP treatment of all entries to the general ledger
- Prepare account reconciliations and investigate variances as needed
- Maintain vital procedures and internal controls related to Revenue and GL accounting
- Assist with the timely month and year end close of financial statements
- Assist with researching, generating, and communicating accounting policies
- Assist Finance and Accounting teams with ad-hoc projects
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What is the salary range for the Senior Accountant position?
The salary range is $95,000 - $103,000 a year, excluding the equity package. Pay may vary based on location, skillset, experience, job scope, and market data.
Is this Senior Accountant role remote or office-based?
The role is San Francisco based, indicating an office or location requirement in San Francisco.
What skills and experience are required for the Senior Accountant role?
Required experience includes 2-4 years at a Big Four or public accounting firm, strong understanding of GAAP, experience with SaaS applications like Workday and Expensify, strong problem-solving and attention to detail. CPA is preferred, along with a mix of public and industry accounting.
What is the company culture like for the Accounting team at Side?
The Accounting team is growing and collaborative, operating in a fast-paced environment where team members are detail-oriented, proactive, and partner closely across functions to support growth.
What makes a strong candidate for the Senior Accountant position?
Strong candidates have 2-4 years of Big Four or public accounting experience, GAAP expertise, SaaS tool proficiency, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with strong cross-functional collaboration. A CPA and mix of public/industry experience are preferred.
Side
Empowers top real estate agents with support
About Side
Side Inc. operates in the real estate industry by providing support to high-performing real estate agents and teams. The company allows these agents to maintain full ownership of their businesses while offering them technology and services that streamline operations. Side Inc. has developed a proprietary app that automates transaction management, enabling agents to concentrate on their clients. Unlike traditional brokerages, which cater to all agents, Side Inc. specifically targets top agents, ensuring compliance and good standing in all transactions. The company also helps agents establish their own companies without needing to run a brokerage, providing customized business plans and tools. With a presence in 17 states and plans for further expansion, Side Inc.'s goal is to empower exceptional agents to achieve remarkable results in their careers.
San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$256.3MTotal Funding
LATE_VCCompany Stage
Enterprise Software, Real EstateIndustries
201-500Employees
Benefits
Competitive compensation packages
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision
Wellness perks
Flexible work hours and time off
Professional development funds
Transparent culture
Pet friendly workplace
Pre-tax commuter & FSA benefits
Risks
Competition from other tech companies targeting high-performing agents may dilute market share.
Economic downturns could impact revenue streams of Side's partner agents.
Expansion into new states may face regulatory challenges, slowing growth.
Differentiation
Side empowers agents with full business ownership and advanced technology.
The company focuses exclusively on high-performing agents, unlike traditional brokerages.
Side's proprietary app automates transaction management, enhancing agent productivity.
Upsides
Growing demand for boutique real estate brands aligns with Side's business model.
Remote work trends expand opportunities in suburban and rural markets for Side.
AI integration in real estate tech complements Side's app and support services.
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