Accounting Consultant

Overview

This role leads day-to-day execution of core accounting functions, including general ledger activities, financial analysis, and financial reporting. Responsibilities support accurate, compliant reporting under GAAP and contribute to financial close, financial reporting, and audit processes within a rapidly growing, complex business.

Work is remote from anywhere within the U.S. For hires in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area, the position requires working in the office for a minimum of four days per week. The preferred location is the Eden Prairie, MN office.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted accounting partner to business leaders, finance teams, and cross-functional stakeholders
• Lead the month-end close process for assigned products, including general ledger review and journal entry preparation in accordance with GAAP and company policies
• Perform account reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and resolve complex accounting and financial reporting issues
• Develop, document, implement, and maintain effective accounting processes, procedures, and internal controls
• Perform work in a self-directed manner to solve complex accounting issues and transactions
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close and financial reporting activities, including preparation or review of financial statements and supporting schedules
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness of accounting processes and reporting
• Manage multiple priorities independently and collaborate with team members to ensure accurate and timely deliverables
• Solve moderately complex problems and/or conduct moderately complex analyses

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and/or related field
• 3+ years of accounting experience, including month-end close, preparation of journal entries, and account reconciliations
• Experience working with general ledger / sub-ledger accounting applications
• Demonstrated solid understanding and practical application of U.S. GAAP
• Intermediate or higher proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Proven ability to stay organized and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a matrixed organizational structure within a mid- to large-sized organization
• Demonstrated solid problem-solving and analytical skills
• Demonstrated understanding of general ledger structures and accounts
• Experience with Peoplesoft Financials, Hyperion SmartView and Blackline
• Proven ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Proven ability to work in both team and self-directed work environments
• Proven ability to prioritize and juggle multiple projects
• Proven ability to solve moderately complex problems and/or conduct moderately complex analyses

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $72,800 - $130,000 annually (based on full-time employment)
• Pay is based on several factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc.
• Benefits include a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401k contribution (all benefits subject to eligibility requirements)

Additional Information

• All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.
• Application will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected; the job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
• Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

This employer 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, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.