Financial Consultant

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 inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

We don’t just aspire to help people live healthier lives, we have the know-how to help make it a reality for millions. As a Financial Consultant, you’ll work with an elite team of finance professionals, business leads and ERA Partners who are writing the history of our organization and guiding our success as a global industry leader. That’s a lot of responsibility, but you will have the support and resources of a Fortune 5 industry leader behind you every step of the way.

This position is based in Eden Prairie, MN, or New York, NY Hybrid schedule 

This position follows a hybrid schedule with four in-office days per week (MN), three in-office days per week (NY)

Primary Responsibilities:

• Will play a critical role in supporting the Optum Finance team in planning, reporting, and presenting financial and operational data. The position will also work on key financial deliverables related to forecasting financial data and month end close responsibilities
• Support monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting process which will include working with Finance, Product, Operations and Tech partners to understand strategies, initiatives, priorities, cost drivers, benefits, and variances
• Develop tools, models, and processes to execute multiple planning and forecasting plans, providing critical financial and operational information to Business and Finance Leaders
• Prepare meaningful and decision enabling presentations to Sr. Management that clearly articulates key drivers and suggest action plans
• Will assist in developing the financial narratives and PPT presentations for month end close and recommendations that will be utilized for both internal and external constituents
• Performing ad-hoc analysis to enhance decisions and improve profitability
• Continually develop and refine process improvements to ensure accurate and timely analysis of financial and operational data

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: 

• BS/BA degree in Finance/Accounting or Business Management or a related field
• 3+ years of experience performing financial and variance analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and preparing financial reports
• Large matrix organization experience
• Experience building allocation/automated models
• Experience with analytical, quantitative, interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
• Advanced level of proficiency working with Excel

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with large data set with complex matrix environment
• Finance experience a plus, including FP&A or M&A background
• Essbase, Tableau and/or related applications such as Power BI experience
• Demonstrated to be self-motivated to work independently and be a team player
• Demonstrated to be collaborative and flexible working style, with a solid service mentality
• Demonstrated to be mature and proactive, with evidence of having worked as a true business partner
• Demonstrated ability to work with others and communicate effectively (both verbal and written)
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems including multiple priorities and research conflicting and/or inaccurate data

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, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $71,200 to $127,200 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.