Accountant - Fortune 50

UnitedHealth Group is an innovative leader in the health and well-being industry, serving more than 55 million Americans. Through our family of companies, we contribute outstanding clinical insight with consumer-friendly services and advanced technology to help people achieve optimal health.UnitedHealthcare, a UnitedHealth Group company, provides network-based health and well-being benefits and services for employers and consumers nationwide. We use our strength, diversity and innovation to improve the lives of the more than 18 million people who receive our unique products and services. And our endless pursuit for excellence in everything we do extends to your career as well. Join us today for an inspired and purposeful mix of professional growth opportunities and personal rewards. Responsibilities: · Maintain general ledger accounts and related activities for the production of financial statements and reports. · Performs general ledger account reconciliations and analyses, prepares journal entries and reviews accounting classifications, in accordance with generally-accepted accounting principles. ·   Analyzes and prepares financial statements, including balance sheets and statements of financial position. · Involved in the monthly/quarterly "close" process. · Prepares documentation in support of external and internal audits. - Analyzes and investigates.Requirements: 2+ years of maintaining a complex general ledger. 2+ years month-end close experience Undergraduate degree in Accounting (preferred) or Finance (acceptable). Working knowledge of balance sheet and income statement. Prioritizes and organizes own work to meet deadlines. Provides explanations and information to others on topics within area of expertise. Computer proficiency (Microsoft Excel and Access preferred). Peoplesoft and/or Essbase skills preferred. Healthcare experience a plus. UnitedHealth Group offers a full range of comprehensive benefits to full-time and part-time employees, including medical, dental and vision, as well as a matching 401k and an employee stock purchase plan.  Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V.UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace.  Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.