Accountant II

Medica • Minnetonka, MN

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in related field
• 3 years of work experience beyond degree
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Health Insurance Industry experience (highly preferred)

Responsibilities

• 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

Benefits

• competitive medical, dental, vision, PTO, Holidays, paid volunteer time off, 401K contributions, caregiver services and many other benefits to support our employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees