An Accountant organizes and maintains financial records and prepares financial statements for companies and organizations. Works as a public accountant (prepares financial documents where public disclosure is required by law, such as business balance sheets and tax returns), management accountant (prepares financial information for internal use by a company) or government accountant (maintains records for government agencies).
ClaimsBridge is a leading Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) healthcare claims processing company based in Arnold, Maryland. Our Celerity claims adjudication engine is an industry-leading system that captures, validates, and prices claims for our customers, then routes them to their desired destination. Our solutions empower claims administrators, health networks, and employer groups to manage healthcare expenses efficiently and effectively. ClaimsBridge is backed by private equity and growing through acquisition, and our finance team is scaling to match.
Position Summary:
The Senior Accountant plays a critical role on the ClaimsBridge finance team, owning day-to-day accounting operations — including AR/AP, fee claim reconciliation, and cash application — while partnering with the VP of Finance to build out formal month-end close processes, accruals, and reconciliations as the company scales. This position requires strong technical accounting skills, exceptional organizational ability, and comfort building structure and process where none currently exists.
Key Responsibilities:
Own end-to-end accounts payable, including vendor payments and coding. Own end-to-end accounts receivable and invoicing — preparing and distributing all client invoices, cash application, and reconciling client and vendor payments.
Manage collections and AR reporting:
monitor delinquent accounts monthly, maintain aging documentation, and communicate issues to the VP of Finance and Account Managers.
Process daily cash receipts:
deposit all checks within 48 hours of receipt, record them promptly, monitor bank accounts for accurate recording, and flag unidentified or unmatched payments to the finance team and Account Management. Reconcile all Fee Claim payments within 48 hours of receipt and provide weekly updated Fee Claim payment reports. Prepare and record monthly accruals, prepaids, and other journal entries to ensure accurate period-end financials. Partner with the VP of Finance to design, document, and implement a formal month-end close process, including a close calendar, checklists, and reconciliation schedules. Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations, investigating and resolving variances. Support the VP of Finance with special projects, inquiries, and daily operational needs.
Education & Experience:
3+ years of progressive finance or accounting experience, including full-cycle AP/AR and general ledger work, preferably in a corporate or SaaS environment. Demonstrated experience owning or building processes, accruals, and reconciliations. Proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage complex, multi-source reconciliations. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
Personality & Professional Expectations:
Professionalism:
Maintains integrity, confidentiality, and reliability in all tasks and interactions. Presents themselves and their work in a polished, respectful manner.
Collaboration:
Works effectively with colleagues across departments, fostering open communication and mutual support to achieve team and company goals.
Accountability:
Takes ownership of tasks, meets deadlines consistently, and follows through on commitments without constant oversight.
Adaptability:
Remains flexible in a dynamic, acquisitive environment, handling multiple priorities and changes with a positive attitude.
Strong Communication:
Communicates clearly and respectfully with internal teams and external stakeholders. Proactively seeks clarity and provides timely updates.
Problem-Solving:
Approaches challenges with a solution-driven mindset, demonstrating critical thinking and resourcefulness.
Process Ownership:
Comfortable building structure and documentation where none exists yet, and committed to refining processes for greater efficiency and accuracy as the company scales.
Pay:
$72,000.00 - $88,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
