Accountant

Financial AnalystThis position follows Office-Based schedule with (4) In-office days per week. Our office is located at 9700 Health Care Ln, Minnetonka, MN 55343, 1985 Marcus Ave STE 110, New Hyde Park, NY 11042 OR 10175 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Columbia, MD 21044.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 optimized. Ready to make a difference? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.This position is full time. Employees are required to have flexibility to work any of our 8-hour shift schedules during our normal business hours of 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime.This will be on the job training, and the hours will be during normal business hours.Primary 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 groupsPerforms work in a self-directed manner and works with less structured, more complex issues.Serve as a resource to others.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:Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance or equivalentMust be 18 years of age OR olderUnderstanding of generally accepting accounting principles and financial statementsExperience Assessing and interpreting customer needs and requirementsIdentify solutions to non-standard request and problemsSolves complex problems and/or conducts moderately complex analysesIntermediate level of proficiency with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft PowerPointAbility to work full time. Employees are required to have flexibility to work any of our 8-hour shift schedules during our normal business hours of 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtimeTelecommuting Requirements:Reside within commutable distance to the office at 9700 Health Care Ln, Minnetonka, MN 55343, 1985 Marcus Ave STE 110, New Hyde Park, NY 11042 OR 10175 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Columbia, MD 21044Ability to keep all company sensitive documents secure (if applicable)Required to have a dedicated work area established that is separated from other living areas and provides information privacyMust live in a location that can receive a UnitedHealth Group approved high-speed internet connection or leverage an existing high-speed internet servicePay 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 $49,700 - $88,800 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.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.