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. 

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 Senior Financial Analyst, you’ll work with an elite team of finance and accounting professionals 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 10 industry leader behind you every step of the way.

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

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Develop, perform and manage the analyses of business and financial metrics as well as performance measures for all capital and other labor costs within OptumRx Information Systems
• Develop and maintain financial reports to clearly communicate actual results, forecasted performance, and variances to plan, forecast and budget for $300M in annual spend
• Develop, perform and manage all aspects of financial planning, budgeting and forecasting
• Work closely with finance partners in Optum Technology and OptumRx to develop, recommend and establish strategies, plans, and processes to improve cost efficiencies
• Produce clear, well-formatted reports that communicate a clear, compelling message for their stakeholders

You’ll have access to the most comprehensive data in the world. You’ll need every bit of your knowledge and skill to sift through it and find the trends that tell the story.

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: 

• Undergraduate degree in Finance, or related field
• 2 years of finance or related experience 
• Experience driving business performance with internal partners 
• Work experience anticipating forecasting, financial reporting, accounting and operational issues, assessing their implications and developing and implementing an appropriate action plan
• Experience working collaboratively and with influence across a matrix environment to drive expense management initiatives
• Intermediate level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.) 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Proficient with Hyperion Essbase and PeopleSoft Financials
• Experience in tech finance 
• Self-starter with curiosity and willingness to learn 

*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, or Washington Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $58,300 to $114,300 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.