Associate Director, Strategic Finance - Hybrid in MN

UnitedHealth Group•Eden Prairie, MN

14h•$112,700 - $193,200•Hybrid

About The Position

Growth Finance is a partner to the Optum Health executive leadership team supporting long range planning, industry and competitive intelligence, and high visibility strategic initiatives. The team develops insights and decision support that shape the organization’s continued growth. The position of Associate Director, Strategic Finance will play a role in building executive ready analyses, financial models, and strategic recommendations. This role requires the ability to translate complex financial and operational information into clear, concise materials for senior leadership, often under tight timelines in a dynamic, high stakes environment. The ideal candidate combines financial modeling experience with strategic thinking, communication skills, and the ability to collaborate across a highly matrixed organization. If you are located in / near Eden Prairie, MN, you will have the flexibility to work remotely, as well as work in the office as you take on some tough challenges. This position follows a hybrid schedule with four in-office days per week.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in finance, strategic finance, corporate strategy, consulting, investment banking, or a related analytical role
Demonstrated experience working in a dynamic, project-based environment with the ability to quickly assess ambiguous business problems, synthesize complex financial and operational information, and develop clear, actionable recommendations
Demonstrated experience developing executive-ready presentations, financial analyses, and strategic recommendations, with the ability to translate complex information into clear, concise materials for senior leadership audiences
Proven ability to lead workstreams or strategic initiatives independently, including partnering with cross-functional leaders to drive analysis, recommendations, and decision support
Demonstrated professionalism and discretion in handling highly sensitive or confidential information
Proven exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively across cross functional teams

Nice To Haves

5+ years of experience building complex financial models, scenario-based analyses, and decision-support materials used to evaluate strategic initiatives, growth opportunities, partnerships, or operational improvement efforts
Healthcare industry experience

Responsibilities

Drive the long range planning process through development of scenario based financial models, strategic analyses, and presentation materials for senior leadership
Partner with Finance, Operations, Strategy, and other business teams to ensure alignment of assumptions and key drivers
Lead recurring and ad hoc analysis of the healthcare industry, competitive landscape, and key market trends
Lead evaluation of strategic initiatives, new growth opportunities, and operational improvement efforts through structured analysis and financial modeling
Build financial models to assess strategic partnerships and synergy cases related to mergers and acquisitions