Accountant - Hybrid, Minnetonka, MN preferred, remote considered

At UnitedHealthcare, we’re simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and equitable. Ready to make a difference? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.  

UnitedHealthcare Employer & Individual (UHC E&I) is seeking an Accounting & Reporting Senior Accountant to join the segment’s Controllership team.  The Accounting & Reporting Senior Accountant will be an integral part of the financial reporting team and will engage directly with the broader UHC E&I finance teams while supporting the financial close and internal (segment) reporting processes.  A successful Accounting & Reporting Senior Accountant will demonstrate ability to operate in fast paced environment, understand applicable accounting rules and regulations, and perform thoughtful financial and variance analysis.  Candidate must have solid communication skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, while working collaboratively in active partnership with FP&A and other teams.  This position will have direct exposure to UHC E&I leadership.  This is a unique opportunity to be part of a growing business segment within UHC while enjoying competitive benefits, advancement potential and valuable healthcare industry exposure.  

You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. 

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Participate in the financial close and reporting process including general ledger maintenance and oversight, daily tracking and analysis of segment results, and reporting to senior leaders on the UHC E&I financial results
• Analyzes and prepares financial statements, including balance sheets, and associated key metrics. 
• Prepares documentation in support of external and internal audits
• Resolve high level financial reporting issues
• Collaborate with other functional areas within E&I Finance / Controllership (e.g. Financial Planning & Analysis, Revenue, Medical Reserving, SG&A, UHC Corporate)
• Develop and maintain internal control structure and procedures for financial reporting
• Prepares and analyzes internal and external reporting ensuring the quality, reliability and timeliness of the reports
• Performs account reconciliations and analyses, prepares journal entries and reviews accounting classifications for Risk Adjustment processes in accordance with GAAP.
• Support various special projects as required

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in. 

Required Qualifications: 

• Undergraduate degree in Accounting
• 1 years accounting or related finance experience 
• Working knowledge of GAAP; ability to effectively use accounting knowledge to collaborate with varying levels of employees and management to drive sound business decisions
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Demonstrated ability to comprehend and apply generally accepted accounting principles, and research and analyze accounting related issues
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain solid working relationships across the organization

Preferred Qualifications:  

• CPA
• Big 4 experience
• Healthcare experience
• Experience with Hyperion Essbase and PeopleSoft Financials

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy 

The salary range for this role is $59,500 to $116,600 annually based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.   

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.  

Salary : $59,500 - $116,600