Accounting Consultant – Remote

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

 

The statements listed below are not intended to be all inclusive of the duties and responsibilities of the position.  Based on leadership decisions and business needs, “all other duties as assigned” will be expected for each position.

 

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

 

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Reconcile, analyze and review general ledger accounts for month end close
• Prepare journal entries and review accounting classifications, in accordance with GAAP
• Assist with Capital Accounting and Reporting
• Reconcile Intercompany and Intracompany transactions
• Reconcile and maintain Fixed Assets 
• Assist with month end close process including preparing and analyzing financial statements
• Assist with the month end consolidation and reporting requirements
• Assist with in preparing documentation in support of external and internal audits
• Perform ad hoc reporting and complex analysis; investigate issues providing explanations and interpretation
• Perform work in self-directed manner and work with less structured, more complex issues
• Assist with the development, documentation, and implementation of effective internal and financial system controls, policies, and procedures
• Work with IT on system related initiatives, testing functionality and integrations for upgrades and enhancements
• May review work of team members for accuracy and alignment of work 

 

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: 

• 5+ years of related experience in professional accounting
• Experience working in a detail-oriented role with high level of accuracy and sound judgement
• Experience communicating professionally and effectively with all levels of the organization
• Experience effectively managing time and completing multiple tasks, while continually meeting critical deadlines and responding to changing priorities
• Experience identifying solutions to non-standard requests and complex problems
• Experience solving moderately complex analyses
• Knowledge of GAAP

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or other related field
• Costpoint experience
• Audit experience 
• Government accounting experience including experience with CAS and FAR and familiarity on Indirect Rate Pools

 

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

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer 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 us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $71,200 to $127,200 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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.   

 

 

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. 

 

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