Sr Accounting Consultant - Remote

About the role

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. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. 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

• Technical accounting analysis and research
• Collaborating with other technical accounting policy teams
• Maintain general ledger accounts and related activities for the production of financial statements and reports for complex groups
• 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 groups
• Performs work in a self-directed manner and works with less structured, more complex issues
• Serve as a resource and mentor other staff
• Develop innovative approaches for continued improvement in efficiency and effectiveness
• Provide leadership on projects and initiatives to improve the accounting and finance function

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional accounting experience
• Experience in public accounting
• Demonstrated expert level of understanding of generally accepted accounting principles and financial statements
• Demonstrated intermediate level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare
• Experience with Hyperion Essbase, PeopleSoft Financials, or Microsoft Access

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Incentive and recognition programs
• Equity stock purchase
• 401k contribution
• Far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives

Pay

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. The salary for this role will range from $91,700 - $163,700 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Schedule

You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S. For 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.