Controller

SureCo; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance provider is seeking an experienced finance professional for a leadership role in Austin, TX. The candidate will ensure compliance with financial reporting standards (GAAP) and manage accounting operations. This hybrid role demands advanced skills in financial modeling, budgeting, and a minimum of 5 years in a relevant leadership position. Join a passionate team devoted to enhancing healthcare for working families.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years in a leadership role.
• Strong expertise in financial modeling and budgeting.
• Demonstrated ability to establish trust and work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.
• Prepare and review financial statements.
• Coordinate year-end audits and tax preparation.

Skills

Financial modeling

Budgeting

US GAAP knowledge

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Proficiency in Netsuite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

Netsuite

Sage Intaact

Business Central

Job description

SureCo is changing how people in the US take care of their health—since 2020 new regulations allowed employers to offer more choice at lower cost for employee health benefits, and SureCo is at the vanguard of that change. We’re the leading provider helping employers offer individual health insurance plans to their employees and growing significantly year over year. More than that, we save employers money and enable them to focus on their core business instead of managing insurance. This is a categorical good, and you’ll be joining a team of dedicated professionals passionate about making working American families healthier.

Position Summary

This is a leadership role where you will ensure financial reporting is compliant with US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and corporate policies and procedures. In this role you will establish accounting policies and procedures to ensure that all financial transactions are executed and documented accordingly. You will also ensure the timely production of required financial reports on a recurring basis and manage department staff and accounting department functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and year‑end close processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP and company policies.
• Prepare and review financial statements, account analyses, and manage cash flow.
• Coordinate year‑end audits and tax preparation, partnering with internal teams and external auditors to ensure compliance.
• Plan, direct, and coordinate all accounting operations policies and functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, financial reporting, and tax compliance.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.
• Develop and scale financial and operational systems to support rapid growth and ensure financial and operational efficiency.
• Oversee the company's cash management.
• Serve as key partner to the human resources and IT systems teams to ensure coordination across the entire organization and leadership team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or related field (CPA preferred).
• Minimum of 5+ years in a leadership role with a solid background in operations, strategy, and finance.
• Strong expertise in financial modeling, budgeting, and US GAAP.
• Knowledge of best business practices as they relate to accounting systems and procedures.
• Proficiency in financial software and tools, Netsuite, Sage Intaact, Business Central.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strategic thinker with a track record of driving financial performance.
• Comfortable in a dynamic and fast‑paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to establish trust and work collaboratively across all levels of an organization.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.

Compensation & Work Arrangement

• This is a hybrid in‑person/remote position located in Austin, TX.
• Anticipated start date: January 2026.

Our business is fast‑paced and will continue to evolve. As such, the duties and responsibilities of this role may be changed as directed by the Company at any time to promote and support our business needs.

Join us at SureCo and be a part of a team that is making a difference in the healthcare industry. Your dedication and expertise will help us continue to provide exceptional service and innovative solutions for our customers.

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

• Insurance

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