Senior Financial Analyst

UnitedHealth Group; Eden Prairie (MN); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group in Eden Prairie, MN, is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to support financial planning and analysis in Affordability through month-end close, forecast, and long-range modeling. This full-time role collaborates with senior leadership to drive growth and profitability.

The position requires strong Excel skills, experience in finance or accounting, and the ability to work within a matrix organization. Office-based with four in-office days per week and standard CST hours.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Data Analytics or related field.
• 2+ years of finance / accounting or systems experience in post graduate or internship experience.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including experience working with formulas, large datasets, and financial models.
• Flexibility to work during standard business hours 8:00 am - 5:00 pm CST.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain financial reports to clearly communicate actual results, forecasted performance, and variances to forecast.
• Lead role in the annual budget, quarterly forecast, and long-range planning processes.
• Analyze financial results versus budget, forecast, and prior periods, identifying key drivers and trends.
• Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes and improve reporting accuracy.
• Participate in strategic planning initiatives and special projects.
• Conduct ad hoc analyses to support executive decision-making.
• Support implementation and optimization of financial systems and business intelligence solutions.
• Provide financial guidance and support for business initiatives, capital investments, and cost management efforts.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Data analytics

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Data Analytics or related field

Tools

Hyperion Essbase

Power BI

Power Query

Job description

Improve the lives of others while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Job Number:

2392370

Senior Financial Analyst

This position follows Office-Based schedule with (4) In-office days per week. Our office is located at 1 Optum Circle, Eden Prairie, MN.

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.

Optum Health is looking for a Senior Financial Analyst to join our team. This role will support financial planning and analysis in Affordability through month end close, forecast, long-range modeling and strategic partnership to help senior leadership develop, execute, and manage the growth and profitability of the business.

This position is full time, Monday - Friday. Employees are required to during our normal business hours of 8:00 am - 5:00 pm CST

We offer on-the-job training. The hours of the training will be based on schedule

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain financial reports to clearly communicate actual results, forecasted performance, and variances to forecast
• Lead role in the annual budget, quarterly forecast, and long-range planning processes
• Analyze financial results versus budget, forecast, and prior periods, identifying key drivers and trends
• Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes and improve reporting accuracy
• Participate in strategic planning initiatives and special projects
• Conduct ad hoc analyses to support executive decision-making
• Support implementation and optimization of financial systems and business intelligence solutions
• Provide financial guidance and support for business initiatives, capital investments, and cost management efforts
• Other duties as assigned

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:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Data Analytics or related field
• Must be 18 years of age OR older
• 2+ years of finance / accounting or systems experience in post graduate or internship experience
• Experience with working collaboratively and influencing others within a matrix organization
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including experience working with formulas, large datasets, and financial models
• This position is full time, Monday - Friday. Employees are required to have flexibility to work during our normal business hours of 8:00 am - 5:00 pm CST

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with using Hyperion Essbase and Pe
• Experience with Power Querry
• Experience with Power BI

Telecommuting Requirements:

• Reside within commutable distance to the office at 1 Optum Circle, Eden Prairie, MN.
• Ability to keep all company sensitive documents secure (if applicable)
• Required to have a dedicated work area established that is separated from other living areas and provides information privacy.
• Must live in a location that can receive a UnitedHealth Group approved high-speed internet connection or leverage an existing high-speed internet service.

Soft Skills:

• Proven ability to work independently with little supervision, prioritize work and be a self-starter
• Proven excellent written communication skills and the ability to verbally communicate ideas clearly & confidently
• Ability to build strong relationships across functions

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

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 $60,200 - $107,400 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.

UnitedHealth Group is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation for any part of the application process, please call 1-866-566-8715 to be connected to Recruitment Services. Recruitment Services hours of operation are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday.

UnitedHealth Group is a registered service mark of UnitedHealth Group, Inc. The UnitedHealth Group name with the dimensional logo, as well as the dimensional logo alone, are both service marks for the UnitedHealth Group, Inc.

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.