Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. UnitedHealth Group is committed to simplifying the health care experience and creating healthier communities. As a Senior Accountant, you will maintain financial accuracy, support month-end and quarterly close processes, and prepare financial statements, all while contributing to the financial strength of a mission-driven organization.
Responsibilities
- Maintain general ledger accounts and related activities for the production of financial statements and reports
- Reconcile, analyze, and review general ledger accounts in preparation for month end close
- Prepare journal entries and reviews accounting classifications, in accordance with generally-accepted accounting principles
- Prepare documentation in support of external and internal audits
- Perform ad hoc reporting and analysis and investigate issues providing explanations and interpretation
- Analyze and prepare financial statements, including balance sheets and statements of financial position
- Assist with or lead the month end quarterly end close process for assigned businesses or groups
- Performs work in a self-directed manner and works with less structured, more complex issues
Skills
- 3+ years of professional accounting and/or finance experience in a corporate environment
- Solid understanding of generally accepted accounting principles and financial statements
- Intermediate or higher level of proficiency with MS Word, Excel (Pivot tables)
- Healthcare experience
- A/R and invoice processing experience
- Experience using MS Access
- Experience using PeopleSoft Financials
Benefits
- A comprehensive benefits package
- Incentive and recognition programs
- Equity stock purchase
- 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements)
- Flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S.
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