If you want to achieve more in your mission of health care, you need to be smart about the business of health care. Financial discipline and accountability count more today than ever. Which is why your performance and innovation will find a reception here like nowhere else as you help people live healthier lives while doing your life's best work. (sm) In this Government Compliance Analyst role, you will serve as a key member of the Accounting department to support OptumServe' s external audits and other financial compliance activities driven by cognizant federal auditors (eg DCAA, CMS). The position will report to the Associate Director of Government Compliance. If you are located in Falls Church, VA, you will have the flexibility to telecommute* as you take on some tough challenges. Primary Responsibilities: Support incurred cost audits, accounting system audits, CAS disclosure statement audits, and assist in the preparation of the annual Incurred Cost Proposal Prepare documentation in support of external and internal audits Periodically support the broader accounting team in performing ad-hoc activities 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: 3+ years of experience in Accounting for US Government Contractor 2+ years of experience supporting audits Experience as an Accountant/Analyst with previous background in US Government contractor regulatory financial compliance or similar role Direct experience working with Deltek Costpoint, with strengths in the general ledger module Advanced proficiency in working with large amounts of data in Excel Experience responding to audit requests in an accurate, timely, and complete manner in a deadline driven environment Full COVID-19 vaccination is an essential requirement of this role. UnitedHealth Group will adhere to all Federal, State, and local regulations as well as all client requirements and will obtain necessary proof of vaccination prior to employment to ensure compliance Preferred Qualifications: Extremely detail oriented with high level of accuracy and sound judgement Working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation PAT 31 (FAR) Working knowledge of government cost accounting standards (CAS) and CASB Disclosure Statement Working understanding of indirect rates and the contract close out process Advanced Microsoft Excel skills Live in the Falls Church, VA area UnitedHealth Group requires all new hires and employees to report their COVID-19 vaccination status. Careers with Optum. Here's the idea. We built an entire organization around one giant objective; make health care work better for everyone. So when it comes to how we use the world's large accumulation of health-related information, or guide health and lifestyle choices or manage pharmacy benefits for millions, our first goal is to leap beyond the status quo and uncover new ways to serve. Optum, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, brings together some of the greatest minds and most advanced ideas on where health care has to go in order to reach its fullest potential. For you, that means working on high performance teams against sophisticated challenges that matter. Optum, incredible ideas in one incredible company and a singular opportunity to do your life's best work.(sm) *All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy. Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. Job Keywords: Government Compliance Analyst, accounting, audits, federal audits, government contracting, government accounting, compliance, Falls Church, VA, Virginia, Telecommute, Telecommuter, Telecommuting, Work at Home, Work from Home, Remote