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Senior Accountant
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accountant — ESCO, the EU occupation classification
Accountants review and analyse financial statements, budgets, financial reports, and business plans in order to check for irregularities resulting from error or fraud, and provide their clients with financial advice in matters such as financial forecasting and risk analysis. They may audit financial data, resolve insolvency cases, prepare tax returns and provide other tax-related advice in reference to current legislation.
Also known as: accounting technician, production accountant, accounting supervisor, financial accountant, head financial accountant, certified public accountant
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Humana is seeking a Senior Accountant to join the Corporate Accounting Operations team. Reporting to the Business Intelligence Lead, Corporate Accounting, this role is responsible for supporting accurate and timely financial reporting, with a primary focus on month-end close, intercompany accounting, mergers and acquisitions, and other accounting activities aligned with Humana’s close schedule.This position plays a key role in maintaining a strong and sustainable control environment within a lean operating model. The Senior Accountant will execute and review critical accounting processes, including complex accounting and reporting activities that require technical accounting expertise, professional judgment, and strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP. The role also provides important oversight of work prepared by offshore team members to help ensure the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial information and support internal control requirements.
In addition to core accounting responsibilities, this position includes analytical support, ad hoc financial analysis, and project-based work aimed at improving reporting, processes, and decision-making across the organization. This opportunity is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys working with complex financial data, solving problems, improving processes, and collaborating across teams.
Key Responsibilities
• Support the month-end close process by preparing, reviewing, and analyzing journal entries, account reconciliations, and related financial information.
• Perform accounting activities related to eliminations, intercompany transactions, mergers and acquisitions, and other Corporate Accounting Operations responsibilities.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, statutory accounts, reports, and supporting documentation in accordance with required timelines and standards.
• Review and oversee accounting work prepared by offshore team members to ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance with internal controls.
• Conduct ad hoc analysis and support projects that improve reporting accuracy, process efficiency, and business insight.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to research accounting issues, resolve questions, and clearly communicate financial impacts.
• Exercise sound judgment in resolving moderately complex to complex accounting matters with limited direction.
• Help support an effective control environment and contribute to the team’s overall financial reporting obligations.
Successful Attributes
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with close attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate complex accounting issues and determine appropriate approaches.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and contributing to an organization focused on improving consumer experiences.
Use your skills to make an impact
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• 5 or more years of experience in an accounting or finance role.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience using Power Platform tools such as Power BI, Power Automate, or Power Apps.
Preferred skills
• Prior SQL, Power Query, VBA, or other coding/automation experience.
• Experience in the health insurance industry.
• Month-end close experience.
• Previous experience with Databricks
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or active pursuit of CPA certification.
Additional Information
You will report to a Business Intelligence Lead.
You will be an individual contributor in this role.
This role will not have any travel.
This role is fully remote within the US. For Applicants near a Humana office, this role will be hybrid.
Work at Home Requirements: To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees’ ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria: At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested. In certain roles, the minimum recommended internet speed required by Humana may not be sufficient for business needs. Humana reserves the right to require associates to upgrade their internet service if necessary. Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.Scheduled Weekly Hours
40Pay Range
The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.$78,400 - $107,800 per yearThis job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.Description of Benefits
Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.Application Deadline: 09-22-2026
About us
About Humana: Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is a leading U.S. healthcare company. Through our Humana insurance services and our CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health – delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare and Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large. Learn more about what we offer at Humana.com and at CenterWell.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.
Originally posted on Himalayas
Humana is seeking a Senior Accountant to join the Corporate Accounting Operations team. Reporting to the Business Intelligence Lead, Corporate Accounting, this role is responsible for supporting accurate and timely financial reporting, with a primary focus on month-end close, intercompany accounting, mergers and acquisitions, and other accounting activities aligned with Humana’s close schedule.This position plays a key role in maintaining a strong and sustainable control environment within a lean operating model. The Senior Accountant will execute and review critical accounting processes, including complex accounting and reporting activities that require technical accounting expertise, professional judgment, and strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP. The role also provides important oversight of work prepared by offshore team members to help ensure the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial information and support internal control requirements.
In addition to core accounting responsibilities, this position includes analytical support, ad hoc financial analysis, and project-based work aimed at improving reporting, processes, and decision-making across the organization. This opportunity is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys working with complex financial data, solving problems, improving processes, and collaborating across teams.
Key Responsibilities
• Support the month-end close process by preparing, reviewing, and analyzing journal entries, account reconciliations, and related financial information.
• Perform accounting activities related to eliminations, intercompany transactions, mergers and acquisitions, and other Corporate Accounting Operations responsibilities.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, statutory accounts, reports, and supporting documentation in accordance with required timelines and standards.
• Review and oversee accounting work prepared by offshore team members to ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance with internal controls.
• Conduct ad hoc analysis and support projects that improve reporting accuracy, process efficiency, and business insight.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to research accounting issues, resolve questions, and clearly communicate financial impacts.
• Exercise sound judgment in resolving moderately complex to complex accounting matters with limited direction.
• Help support an effective control environment and contribute to the team’s overall financial reporting obligations.
Successful Attributes
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with close attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate complex accounting issues and determine appropriate approaches.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and contributing to an organization focused on improving consumer experiences.
Use your skills to make an impact
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• 5 or more years of experience in an accounting or finance role.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience using Power Platform tools such as Power BI, Power Automate, or Power Apps.
Preferred skills
• Prior SQL, Power Query, VBA, or other coding/automation experience.
• Experience in the health insurance industry.
• Month-end close experience.
• Previous experience with Databricks
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or active pursuit of CPA certification.
Additional Information
You will report to a Business Intelligence Lead.
You will be an individual contributor in this role.
This role will not have any travel.
This role is fully remote within the US. For Applicants near a Humana office, this role will be hybrid.
Work at Home Requirements: To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees’ ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria: At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested. In certain roles, the minimum recommended internet speed required by Humana may not be sufficient for business needs. Humana reserves the right to require associates to upgrade their internet service if necessary. Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.Scheduled Weekly Hours
40Pay Range
The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.$78,400 - $107,800 per yearThis job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.Description of Benefits
Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.Application Deadline: 09-22-2026
About us
About Humana: Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is a leading U.S. healthcare company. Through our Humana insurance services and our CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health – delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare and Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large. Learn more about what we offer at Humana.com and at CenterWell.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.
Originally posted on Himalayas