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.

If you reside in Minnetonka, MN, you will have the flexibility to work remotely*, as well as work in the office as you take on some tough challenges. If you are located outside of Minnetonka, MN, you will enjoy the flexibility to work remotely* from anywhere within the U.S.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Own primary oversight of the provider settlements process including management of our loss contingency database that tracks potential legal settlements
• Assist our operating costs accounting team with recording of management fees, property taxes, invoice accruals, and various projects
• Own primary responsibility for completeness and accuracy of monthly membership files and recording into the General Ledger
• Create and develop internal and external financial reporting
• Look for and implement process improvements related to monthly reporting to drive efficiencies
• Ensure the quality, reliability, and timeliness of the reporting requirements
• Research and assist in the resolution of financial reporting issues
• Evaluate and prioritize data changes and enhancements
• Prepare documentation in support of internal and external 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 close process for assigned businesses or groups
• Maintain general ledger accounts and related activities for the production of financial statements and reports
• Performs work in a self-directed manner and works with less structured, more complex issues
• Reconcile, analyze and review general ledger accounts in preparation for month end close
• Prepare limited journal entries in accordance with generally-accepted accounting principles
• Collaborates with peers and leaders to complete projects

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:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related Bachelor's Degree
• 1+ years of professional accounting experience and/or an Accounting internship
• Intermediate proficiency utilizing Microsoft Office Suite applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Essbase experience
• PeopleSoft experience
• General ledger and monthly/quarterly close experiences
• SAS programming experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrates the drive and motivation to deliver high quality results based on thorough analysis
• Advanced analytical and information gathering skills
• Ability to work collaboratively to achieve results in a large organization
• Prior experience successfully managing multiple requests, assessing priorities and achieving solutions under deadlines
• Solid understanding of financial statements

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

California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Washington, or Washington, D.C. Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $58,300 to $114,300 annually. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with al 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.