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 diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with Care Delivery markets, regional controllers, and sister businesses (SCA, MedExpress, etc.). Individuals gain insight and knowledge into different businesses and their respective processes, and support a solid controls environment as well as an operational environment geared toward continuous improvement. This position will challenge individuals to grow in their career while also offering work-life balance, new opportunities, and the chance to be a part of a talented, fun, high performing team. This role maintains general ledger accounts and related activities to produce financial statements and reports for Optum National Accounting Shared Services. This role is actively involved in the monthly and quarterly close process, which includes preparing and reviewing journal entries, reviewing account classifications, and preparing and reviewing account reconciliations in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. Primary Responsibilities: Assist in monthly and quarterly close processes, tasks include (but not limited to): Preparing and reviewing monthly and quarterly Shared Service journal entries Preparing and reviewing key reconciliations monthly Researching and resolving account and transaction issues / differences as needed Serve as a resource to others within the Controllership, including Optum Global Solutions (OGS) staff based in India to ensure journal entries and monthly deliverables are prepared timely Reviewing Shared Services ledger balances during close and investigate variances as needed Completing other special projects as required Effectively communicate with business partners (finance, CDO’s, and other key business individuals) Use work experiences to create process improvements including automation and centralization Support the organization’s sound internal control structure around U.S. GAAP, Sarbanes – Oxley by developing and maintaining process and internal control documentation for Shared Services journal entries Prepare quarterly income statement and balance sheet fluctuation analysis by working with members of CDOs Assist with National Accounting’s testing of CDO operated controls, as needed 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: Bachelor’s degree in accounting and/or relevant accounting experience. 3 years of professional accounting experience Proven solid understanding and practical application of U.S. GAAP Demonstrated intermediate proficiency utilizing Microsoft Office Suite applications (Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Visio) Experience working with general ledger/sub-ledger accounting applications Preferred Qualifications: Public accounting experience and/or CPA designation Health care industry experience Ability to demonstrate the technical and functional skills necessary to prepare and analyze account reconciliations Proven understanding of internal controls and experience with documenting processes Ability to demonstrate solid analytical, communication and problem-solving skills Ability to demonstrate success with process improvement Ability to demonstrate the ability to plan upcoming work while also prioritizing current workload to handle ad-hoc requests Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships across the organization Ability to demonstrate solid coaching skills and adaptability to different working styles Experience with PeopleSoft and/or Blackline All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy. California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Maryland, Rhode Island, Washington, Washington, D.C. Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $70,200 to $137,800 annually. 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.