Role Description
The Senior Accountant role is responsible for assisting in preparing and analyzing the monthly financial statements, reconciliation of balance sheet accounts, and assisting with external audit requests. Utilizing hands-on accounting experience and an in-depth understanding of accounting principles and company practices, this position performs complex accounting activities and financial analyses. The Senior Accountant role will also assist with various finance departmental obligations as needed.
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Revenue and Expense:
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Manage core accounting processes: track and record prepaid expenses, fixed assets (acquisitions, depreciation, disposals), payroll entries, and related accruals to ensure accurate financial reporting.
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Maintain workforce and compensation-related accounting: manage FTE schedules and evaluate reserves for short- and long-term bonus liabilities.
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Claims Accounting and Reserving:
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Record claims-related journal entries (including IBNR) and support accurate financial reporting.
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Prepare claim reserving and cost analysis schedules, leveraging strong knowledge of reserving models.
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Financial Statements and Analysis:
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Support monthly close and reporting: prepare financial statements, perform account analysis, complete balance sheet reconciliations, and resolve outstanding items.
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Analyze financial performance and payroll-related costs: evaluate expense and salary fluctuations against prior periods and budget, and communicate insights to senior leadership.
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Adhere to Lucetβs Mission Statement, Core Values, Behaviors, Code of Ethical Business Conduct, and Compliance Program.
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Comply with all Federal and applicable State and local laws and Lucet Policies and Procedures regarding privacy, confidentiality, and security of health information, and other designated information.
Qualifications
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Bachelorβs Degree in Accounting or Business
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At least 5 years of relevant accounting experience
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Working knowledge of financial reporting and budgeting systems
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Ability to pass background check upon hire and throughout employment to include criminal felony & misdemeanor search, SSN validation/trace search (LEIE), education report (highest degree obtained), civil upper and lower search, 7-year employment report, federal criminal search, statewide criminal search, widescreen plus national criminal search, health care sanctions-state med (SAM), national sex offender registry, prohibited parties (OFAC) (terrorist watchlist), and a 10-Panel Drug Screen.
Requirements
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Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
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Adaptability to changing deadlines and project requirements
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Efficiently function in a team environment
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office products with advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
Benefits
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Annual compensation between $75,000 - $85,000, PLUS an annual performance-based, discretionary incentive.
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Comprehensive health benefit options: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
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401(k) with competitive employer match
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Company-paid life and disability insurance
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Paid parental leave and wellbeing incentives
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Generous paid time off, including volunteer time
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Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care
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Professional development opportunities and tuition reimbursement
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Remote work flexibility (role-dependent)
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Opportunity for meaningful growth, both personally and professionally, where your unique background and experience is welcomed and valued.