Manager, Accounting - Remote

UnitedHealth Group; La Crosse (WI); Remote; USD 92,000 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Equity stock purchase program

401k contribution

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a hands-on H2R Manager to lead Hire-to-Retire (H2R) operations, labor accounting, and travel and expense processes. You will manage a team of 4+ professionals, drive accurate financial reporting, and strengthen internal controls across GAAP-compliant practices.

This role offers remote work within the U.S., with in-office requirements for Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area hires (four days/week), and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field required.
• 5+ years in Accounting/Finance or related field.
• 3+ years in supervisory role or leading projects.
• Solid understanding of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Advanced Excel and financial reporting tools proficiency.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate with all levels of management and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead Hire-to-Retire (H2R) operations including timesheet administration and cost allocation.
• Oversee labor posting, travel and expense compliance and reimbursement.
• Ensure accurate labor cost recording, reconciliation, and reporting.
• Develop and monitor KPIs, dashboards, and reports for productivity and compliance.
• Establish internal controls for timekeeping, labor accounting, and expense reimbursement processes.
• Lead a team of 4+ accounting/operations professionals; mentor and develop staff.
• Drive continuous process improvement across the H2R workstream.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Leadership

Project management

Labor cost management

GAAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Excel

Financial reporting tools

Job description

Position Summary

For those who want to invent the future of health care, here's your opportunity. We're going beyond basic care to health programs integrated across the entire continuum of care. Join us in making healthcare work better for everyone through people-led, responsible AI while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The H2R Manager is responsible for leading the organization's Time, Labor, and Travel & Expense functions, ensuring accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence as part of Accounting. This role oversees labor administration processes, travel-related activities including expense reimbursements, and associated internal controls. The H2R Manager partners closely with various teams to support business objectives, maintain data integrity, and drive continuous process improvement.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with solid accounting and operational expertise who can effectively manage a team, improve processes, ensure compliance, and provide strategic insights through meaningful reporting and analytics.

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.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Operational Leadership
  • Manage the day-to-day operations of the Hire-to-Retire (H2R) function, including:
    • Timesheet administration and compliance
    • Labor posting, distribution, and cost allocation
    • Travel and expense compliance and reimbursement
  • Ensure the accurate and timely recording, reconciliation, and reporting of labor-related costs
  • Collaborate with Finance and operational leaders on workforce administration activities and labor cost management
  • Resolve complex timekeeping, labor charging, and expense reporting issues
  • Support strategic initiatives and operational planning efforts across the organization
• Financial Reporting & Analysis
  • Develop, implement, and maintain processes that ensure accurate and timely analysis of financial and operational data
  • Oversee labor-related reconciliations, accruals, and month-end close activities
  • Prepare and review internal and external reports, ensuring accuracy, reliability, and timeliness
  • Develop, track, and report key performance indicators and workstream metrics to monitor productivity, compliance, quality, and operational effectiveness
  • Provide financial analysis and recommendations to support informed business decisions
• Compliance & Controls
  • Establish and maintain a solid internal control environment for timekeeping, labor accounting, and employee expense reimbursement processes
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, government regulations, contractual requirements, and applicable accounting standards
  • Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation, responding to inquiries, and implementing corrective actions as needed
  • Monitor compliance with labor charging requirements and reporting obligations
• Leadership & People Management
  • Lead, develop, mentor, and support a team of accounting and operations professionals (4+ direct reports)
  • Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, customer service, and operational excellence
  • Establish performance expectations, provide ongoing coaching, and support employee development
  • Prioritize workload and resources to ensure timely execution of department objectives and deliverables
• Process Improvement
  • Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve controls, enhance reporting capabilities, optimize systems and increase operational efficiency
  • Lead and support cross-functional projects and technology initiatives related to timekeeping, labor accounting, and travel and expense management
  • Implement best practices that drive scalability, accuracy, and compliance

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 Accounting or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered
• 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in Accounting, Finance, or related functions
• 3+ years of supervisory experience or leading projects/initiatives, reviewing the work of others, and providing day-to-day guidance and subject matter expertise
• Solid understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principles
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools
• Proven solid analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Proven exceptional attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
• Ability to collaborate effectively with all levels of management and cross-functional stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in government contracting environments
• Experience managing timesheet administration, labor accounting, payroll accounting, and employee expense reimbursement programs
• Experience developing metrics, dashboards, and operational reporting
• Solid process improvement and change management experience
• Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and labor compliance requirements

Competencies

• Solid leadership and team development skills
• Hands-on management style with a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Advanced analytical and information-gathering abilities
• Results-oriented with a focus on accountability and continuous improvement
• Proven success managing multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to prioritize competing demands and meet critical deadlines

This role is ideal for a leader who can balance operational execution, accounting expertise, compliance requirements, and people leadership while driving process excellence across the Hire-to-Retire workstream

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer 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 us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. 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.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are 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, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.