Trust Fund Accountant
UnitedHealth Group
Job Description
This position is Onsite. Our office is located at 230 Lexington Green Circle, STE400 Lexington, KY 40503. UMR, UnitedHealthcares third-party administrator (TPA) solution, is the nations largest TPA. When you work with UMR, what you do matters. Its that simple . . . and its that rewarding.In providing consumer - oriented health benefit plans to millions of people; our goal is to create higher quality care, lower costs and greater access to health care. Join us and you will be empowered to achieve new levels of excellence and make a profound and personal impact as you contribute to new innovations in a vital and complex system. Opportunities are endless for your career development and advancement within UMR due to our record-breaking growth.Regardless of your role at UMR, the support you feel all around you will enable you to do what you do with energy, quality, and confidence. So, take the first step in what is sure to be a fast - paced and highly diversified career.As a Trust Fund Accountant, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate accounting records, financial reporting, and administration of multiemployer fringe benefit funds, including health and welfare, pension, annuity, apprenticeship, and other employee benefit plans. In this role, you will ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, trust agreements, regulatory requirements, and internal control procedures. You will also collaborate with fund trustees, auditors, plan administrators, and contributing employers to support the effective management and financial integrity of the benefit plans.This is a full-time on-site position, (40 hours / week), Monday - Friday. Employees must be available to work an 8-hour shift during regular business hours, which are 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime. The office is located at 230 Lexington Green Circle, STE400 Lexington, KY 40503. We offer weeks of on-the-job training. The hours of the training will be based on schedule or will be discussed on your first day of employment.
Primary Responsibilities: Accounting and Financial ReportingMaintain the general ledger and accounting records for multiple fringe benefit fundsPrepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and supporting schedulesRecord and reconcile contributions, benefit payments, investment activity, and administrative expensesPerform bank reconciliations and account analysesPrepare journal entries and maintain accurate accounting documentationAssist in the preparation of annual audited financial statementsFund Administration SupportMonitor employer contribution receipts and ensure proper allocation to fund accountsReconcile employer contribution reports to deposited fundsResearch and resolve discrepancies related to contributions, benefit payments, and participant accountsCoordinate with third-party administrators, custodians, and investment managers regarding financial transactionsCompliance and Audit SupportEnsure compliance with ERISA, Department of Labor (DOL), IRS regulations, and applicable accounting standardsAssist with preparation of Form 5500 filings and supporting schedulesSupport annual financial audits and respond to auditor requestsMaintain documentation for internal and external compliance reviewsCash Management and InvestmentsMonitor fund cash balances and liquidity requirementsRecord and reconcile investment transactions and earningsAssist in tracking investment performance and preparing related reports for trusteesReporting and AnalysisPrepare financial reports and analyses for trustees, fund administrators, and managementAnalyze variances and account activity and recommend corrective actions when necessarySupport budgeting and forecasting processes for fund operations and administrative expenses
Youll 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: Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, OR related field1+ years of accounting experience in employee benefit plan, fund, trust, nonprofit, public, OR financial reporting accounting environmentsUnderstanding of accounting principles and experience preparing accurate and timely financial reportsProficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, VLOOKUP, sorting & filtering, pivot tables) and accounting softwareExperience supporting audits with minimal adjustmentsExperience with account reconciliations and month-end close processesExperience researching and resolving accounting discrepanciesFlexibility to work additional hours during audit periods, year-end close, and regulatory filing deadlinesMust reside within a commutable distance to the office located at 230 Lexington Green Circle, STE400 Lexington, KY 40503Ability to travel up to 10% of the time (domestic) Ability to work full-time on-site position, (40 hours / week), Monday - Friday. Employees must be available to work an 8-hour shift during regular business hours, which are 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime.
Preferred Qualifications:Experience with employee benefit plans, multiemployer fringe benefit funds, union benefit funds, OR trust fund accountingExperience with ERISA-regulated plansKnowledge of ERISA, Form 5500 reporting, employee benefit plan accounting, and related regulatory reporting requirements
Soft Skills: Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skillsExcellent organizational, time management, and prioritization abilities, with the capacity to manage multiple deadlinesEffective verbal and written communication skillsHigh degree of accuracy and attention to detailProfessionalism, discretion, and ability to maintain confidentialityAdaptable, flexible, and accountable in a fast-paced environment
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, youll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $49,700 - $88,800 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is 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 is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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