Finance and Accounting Analyst - Remote

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

Primary Responsibilities:

This Financial Accounting Analyst will ideally have 1+ years experience in a mid to large size corporate environment. You will be responsible for the preparation and analysis of membership and revenue related reporting, compilation of financial information and metrics for internal and external reporting, and evaluating existing processes for efficiencies and value added analytics. You will also:

• Monitor financial systems, identify errors, and prepare monthly correcting entries
• Prepare and compile data in support of external and internal reporting requests
• Participate on working groups and be part of User acceptance testing related to financial system implementations
• Develop and communicate innovative approaches for continued improvement in efficiency and effectiveness
• Perform ad hoc reporting and analysis and investigate issues providing explanations and proposing solutions
• Analyze and prepare financial reporting packages including balance sheets and income statements
• Prepare supplements to statutory filings and other state supplemental filings
• Work cross functionally with other teams to identify opportunities for accuracy and efficiency in reporting

The successful candidate will demonstrate the following characteristics:

• Self-confident and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances
• A person who is proactive and a “quick study”, is attracted to challenge and brings an energetic and forward thinking approach, along with high ethical standards
• Technical curiosity and inclination
• Demonstrate solid analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to navigate multiple platforms of source information
• Performs work in a self directed manner and works with less structured, more complex issues
• Well-developed communication abilities with solid written and presentation skills as well as excellent interpersonal skills

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 Finance, Accounting or related field
• Experience with Microsoft SQL Server and/or Access
• Experience with Month End Closing and preparation of financial statements
• Solid understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principals (GAAP) and financial statements
• Intermediate use of Excel (pivot tables, complicated formulas)

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1+ years experience in a mid to large size corporate environment
• Insurance Industry Experience
• Proven to be disciplined, focused, well-organized, results-driven

California, Colorado, Connecticut, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, or Washington Residents Only: The salary range for California, Colorado, Connecticut, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island or Washington residents is $56,300 to $110,400 per year. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. 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.

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

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 employers 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