Associate Director, Strategic Finance - Long-Range Planning

Optum; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 113,000 - 193,000; Full time

Job summary

Optum is seeking an Associate Director of Strategic Finance in Eden Prairie, MN. This role focuses on long-range planning, scenario-based modeling, and strategic decision support to guide senior leadership decisions.

The ideal candidate brings 3+ years in finance/strategy, can translate complex data into concise presentations, and will collaborate across cross-functional teams to drive growth and operational improvements.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in finance, strategic finance, corporate strategy, consulting, investment banking, or a related analytical role
• Ability to assess ambiguous business problems, synthesize complex financial and operational information, and develop clear, actionable recommendations
• Experience developing executive-ready presentations, analyses, and strategic recommendations for senior leadership audiences
• Proven ability to lead workstreams or strategic initiatives independently with cross-functional partnerships
• Professionalism and discretion in handling highly sensitive information
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate across teams

Responsibilities

• Long Range Planning & Forecasting: drive the long range planning process with scenario-based financial models and strategic analyses for senior leadership
• Lead recurring and ad hoc analysis of the healthcare industry, competitive landscape, and key market trends
• Strategic Analysis & Decision Support: evaluate strategic initiatives, growth opportunities, and partnerships; build financial models for mergers and acquisitions

Skills

Finance experience

Strategic thinking

Executive-ready presentations

Cross-functional collaboration

Organizational skills

Job description

Optum is seeking an Associate Director of Strategic Finance in Eden Prairie, MN. This role focuses on long-range planning, scenario-based modeling, and strategic decision support to guide senior leadership decisions.

The ideal candidate brings 3+ years in finance/strategy, can translate complex data into concise presentations, and will collaborate across cross-functional teams to drive growth and operational improvements.