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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 Financial Consultant, you’ll work with an elite team of accounting and finance 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 5 industry leader behind you every step of the way. This position supports business functions for the growing OptumRx Specialty Pharmacy business. Specifically, this role supports the financial analytics of claim data, contract pricing engagement, financial budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.

If you are located in Eden Prairie, MN, you will have the flexibility to work remotely* 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

• Develop and maintain financial reports to clearly communicate actual results, forecasted performance; and variances to plan, forecast and budget

• Work closely with the business to develop, recommend and establish strategies, plans and processes to improve profitability and cost efficiencies

• Supports business leaders with analytical analysis to help drive decision making

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in conjunction with P&L and business improvements

• Administrative support of journal entries and recurring processes(month-end close and forecast)

• Independent worker/take Initiative to resolve challenges that arise to drive results

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:

• 3+ years of relevant financial analysis and strong analytic experience

• Advanced skills in MS Excel, MS Office product suite, and other technology tools

• Proven excellent written and oral communication skills; strong executive presence

• Proven ability to work in a matrix environment while positively influencing other functional areas

• Leading and presenting results and findings on cross functional calls with key stakeholders

Preferred Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Economics or equivalent

• Hyperion SmartView and PeopleSoft experience

California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, or Washington Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $70,200 to $137,800 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.