Finance Intern – La Crosse, WI

For those who want to invent the future of health care, here’s your opportunity. We’re going beyond basic care to health programs integrated across the entire continuum of care. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. 

**Housing and relocation assistance are not available for this position**

**This intern position to begin immediately and continue throughout school year **

*Starting hours at 10-20 per week – flexible schedule options*

** Visa sponsorship now or in the future is not available for this position**

If you are located in La Cross WI, you will have the flexibility to work remotely*, as well as work in the office as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Running and completing weekly and monthly reporting to support program and departmental performance
• Assist with quarterly forecasting and month-end close process
• Completing ad hoc analysis requests
• Other duties as assigned

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:

• Junior working towards a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or other applicable major
• Internships are not intended for graduating seniors
• Must be able to work part time during the school year with the possibility of working full time during the summer and breaks
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship, now or in the future, for employment-based work authorization (F-1 students with practical training and candidates requiring H-1Bs, TNs, etc. will not be considered)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Equivalent combination of education, experience and/or applicable military experience will be considered
• National Career Readiness Certificate 
• Experience with integrated accounting systems
• Demonstrated knowledge of general accounting
• Intermediate level of proficiency with MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Proficient computer skills with Microsoft Office programs
• Proven detail-oriented and organized
• Proven good written and verbal communication skills

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

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: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers 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.   

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