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 inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities.

About the role

You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. For all hires in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area, you will be required to work in the office a minimum of four days per week.

Responsibilities

• Manage key accounting functions, including monthly close processes, revenue recognition, software management, and SG&A management
• Develop, implement and maintain processes and procedures for accurate and timely analysis of financial data, ensuring best practices
• Develop and maintain internal control structure and procedures for financial reporting
• Resolve high level financial reporting issues
• Assist in the monthly review of financial results
• Perform monthly analysis of P&L with variance commentary
• Develop and process journal entries; revenue/expense accruals and activity
• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Assist in development and documentation of processing efficiencies
• Support various projects as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent field
• 3+ years of relevant and progressive financial analysis and solid analytic experience
• Experience successfully managing multiple requests, assessing priorities and achieving solutions under deadlines
• Solid level of working knowledge of GAAP; ability to effectively use accounting knowledge to collaborate with varying levels of employees and management to drive sound business decisions
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Proven excellent written and oral communication skills; solid executive presence

Preferred Qualifications

• Hyperion Essbase and PeopleSoft experience

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Incentive and recognition programs
• Equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements)

Pay

The salary for this role will range from $72,800 - $130,000 annually based on full-time employment.