Sr. Financial Consultant – Hybrid MN or Remote

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

 

This Finance Position will support the Specialty Pharmacy – inclusive of budgeting/forecasting, reporting, analytics, investment tracking, strategic initiatives modeling, and other ad hoc financial support.  This position will collaborate closely with business leaders and other Finance teams on initiatives to improve productivity and expense management.

 

You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Formulate strategic business plans and financial models to identify opportunities for increased profitability, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and market trends to drive favorable outcomes
• Lead comprehensive budget and forecast processes for Optum Specialty Pharmacy and perform month-end analysis to facilitate understanding of monthly results against the financial plan
• Manage complex and matrixed financial structure with heightened focus on reimbursement, purchasing dynamics, and supplemental revenue streams in an ever-changing environment
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather accurate financial data, analyze market trends to predict future financial performance and optimize financial performance
• Manage business relationship on behalf of the broader Finance organization and leadership
• This position requires a combination of strong analytical skills with good business acumen and communication to senior level management

 

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:

• BA/BS in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or Business  
• 5+ years of finance/accounting experience
• Solid financial, analytical, and business acumen as well as excellent attention to detail 
• Experience anticipating issues, access implications and implement appropriate action plans
• Experience working collaboratively and influencing others within a matrix organization
• Proven ability to work independently with little supervision, prioritize work and be a self-starter
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel skills, including financial modeling experience

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• MBA
• Experience working in a matrix environment while positively influencing other functional areas
• Hyperion Essbase
• Healthcare, Technology, and/or Revenue Cycle Management experience
• Understanding of third-party contracts and concepts
• Proven excellent written communication skills and the ability to verbally communicate complex ideas in a clear, concise and timely manner

 

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy

 

California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Washington, Washington, D.C. Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $88,000 to $173,200 annually. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

 

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

 

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.

 

 

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.