Senior Staff Accountant

About the role

Texicare was founded in 2023 as a mission-driven health affiliate of Texas Mutual, headquartered in Austin, Texas. The company aims to improve access to affordable, quality healthcare for small businesses and their families through innovative solutions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and record complex journal entries accurately and timely, ensuring financial transactions are properly documented and reflected in the general ledger.
• Perform monthly balance sheet and income statement account reconciliations, investigating and resolving variances to maintain the accuracy and integrity of financial records.
• Aid in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes by coordinating close activities, analyzing account activity, resolving accounting issues, and ensuring reporting deadlines are consistently met.
• Reconcile cash accounts, premium activity, claims activity, stop-loss reimbursement activity, and other key financial accounts to ensure complete and accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare and analyze financial reports and management reporting packages for internal and external stakeholders that identify trends, variances, and key business insights.
• Serve as the accounting subject matter expert for assigned processes, partnering with internal stakeholders to provide accounting guidance and ensure financial activities are accurately reflected.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing supporting schedules, responses to auditor inquiries, and ensuring timely completion of audit requests.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements while recommending process improvements that strengthen internal controls and enhance accounting operations.
• Mentor and provide guidance to finance team members, sharing accounting knowledge, promoting best practices, and supporting the development of efficient financial processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• At least 4 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong experience with general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, and month-end close processes.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, and data analysis.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in health insurance, self-funded health plans, employee benefits administration, or healthcare-related accounting is highly preferred.
• Experience with stop-loss insurance accounting, claims reimbursement accounting, insurance carrier reconciliations, or healthcare claims accounting is a significant plus.

Skills

• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Advanced Excel proficiency.
• Experience with U.S. GAAP.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication and mentoring skills.

Benefits

• Automatic 4% employer contribution to retirement plan.
• 401k plan with 100% match up to 6%.
• Flexible time off for vacation, illness, etc.
• Nine paid holidays.
• Day one health, Rx, vision, and dental insurance.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Flexible spending account.
• Pet coverage and pet Rx discounts.
• Free identity theft protection.
• Free 2nd medical opinion service.

Pay

Salary range: $85,000 - $105,000 annually.

Schedule

Hybrid work environment with at least two days per week required to be in the Austin office, with occasional travel as needed.