What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant II position at Medica?
Medica is a nonprofit health plan with more than a million members that serves communities in Minnesota, Nebraska, Wisconsin, Missouri, and beyond. We deliver personalized health care experiences and partner closely with providers to ensure members are genuinely cared for.
We're a team that owns our work with accountability, makes data-driven decisions, embraces continuous learning, and celebrates collaboration — because success is a team sport. It's our mission to be there in the moments that matter most for our members and employees. Join us in creating a community of connected care, where coordinated, quality service is the norm and every member feels valued.
The Accountant II maintains financial records and ensures that financial transactions are properly recorded. Ensures the accuracy of ledger and other accounts. Prepares balance sheets, income statements, monthly closing reports, and other financial reports according to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Establish, maintain, and coordinate the implementation of accounting and accounting control procedures. Performs other duties as assigned.
Key Accountabilities
The full salary grade for this position is $49,800 - $85,300. While the full salary grade is provided, the typical hiring salary range for this role is expected to be between $49,800 - $74,655. Annual salary range placement will depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, education, work experience, applicable certifications and/or licensure, the position's scope and responsibility, internal pay equity and external market salary data. In addition to compensation, Medica offers a generous total rewards package that includes competitive medical, dental, vision, PTO, Holidays, paid volunteer time off, 401K contributions, caregiver services and many other benefits to support our employees.
The compensation and benefits information is provided as of the date of this posting. Medica’s compensation and benefits are subject to change at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.
Eligibility to work in the US: Medica does not offer work visa sponsorship for this role. All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. Employment is contingent on verification of identity and eligibility to work in the United States.
We are an Equal Opportunity employer, where all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment indiscriminate of race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.
We're a team that owns our work with accountability, makes data-driven decisions, embraces continuous learning, and celebrates collaboration — because success is a team sport. It's our mission to be there in the moments that matter most for our members and employees. Join us in creating a community of connected care, where coordinated, quality service is the norm and every member feels valued.
The Accountant II maintains financial records and ensures that financial transactions are properly recorded. Ensures the accuracy of ledger and other accounts. Prepares balance sheets, income statements, monthly closing reports, and other financial reports according to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Establish, maintain, and coordinate the implementation of accounting and accounting control procedures. Performs other duties as assigned.
Key Accountabilities
- Account reconciliations
- Audit and regulatory filing support for internal and external auditors
- Special projects/adhoc reporting
- Point of contact with Financial Business Partners
- Fixed assets
- Building and equipment lease management
- Financial packet preparation and analysis for The Foundation and Community Giving Programs
- Journal entries
- Implementing and maintaining effective internal controls
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in related field
- 3 years of work experience beyond degree
- Health Insurance Industry experience (highly preferred)
- Critical thinking and advanced problem-solving skills.
- Ability to analyze financial data and generate reports.
- Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Experience with internal and external audits.
- Managing multiple tasks and deadlines efficiently.
- Experience in preparing budgets and financial forecasts.
- Accounting software proficiency.
- Attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting.
- Communicate effectively and professionally.
The full salary grade for this position is $49,800 - $85,300. While the full salary grade is provided, the typical hiring salary range for this role is expected to be between $49,800 - $74,655. Annual salary range placement will depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, education, work experience, applicable certifications and/or licensure, the position's scope and responsibility, internal pay equity and external market salary data. In addition to compensation, Medica offers a generous total rewards package that includes competitive medical, dental, vision, PTO, Holidays, paid volunteer time off, 401K contributions, caregiver services and many other benefits to support our employees.
The compensation and benefits information is provided as of the date of this posting. Medica’s compensation and benefits are subject to change at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.
Eligibility to work in the US: Medica does not offer work visa sponsorship for this role. All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. Employment is contingent on verification of identity and eligibility to work in the United States.
We are an Equal Opportunity employer, where all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment indiscriminate of race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.
Salary : $49,800 - $85,300