[Remote] Manager, Accounting - Remote

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Optum is hiring an H2R Manager to lead its Time, Labor, and Travel & Expense functions within Accounting. The role oversees labor administration, financial reporting, compliance and internal controls, team leadership, and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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

Skills

• 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
• 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
• 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

Benefits

• Remote work from anywhere within the U.S.; hires in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area must work in the office a minimum of four days per week.
• A comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements.
• Incentive and recognition programs, subject to eligibility requirements.
• Equity stock purchase, subject to eligibility requirements.
• 401k contribution, subject to eligibility requirements.

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