Financial Healthcare Operations Analyst - Lafayette, LA

UnitedHealth Group•Lafayette, LA

3d•$76,104 - $114,156•Remote

About The Position

Explore opportunities with Home Office, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together. You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. For all hires in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area, you will be required to work in the office a minimum of four days per week. As the Senior Financial Analyst, responsible for supporting their respective business leader as it relates to budgeting, analysis of operating and financial results, and financial education for the field teams they support. The analyst proactively identifies opportunities for improvements in both the sales and operational sectors.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics
Experience in the financial sector with previous possible roles such as financial analyst
Proficient user of finance software
Solid understanding of financial statistics and accounting principles
Driver’s License and access to reliable transportation
All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy.
Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics
CFA/CPA Certification

Responsibilities

Works with Division Vice Presidents and their management teams to regularly measure and improve performance
Serves as professional support for all aspects of the business for each DVP
Assists with analysis of financial results based on current metrics and identifies opportunities for improvement
Maintains excellent communication with all departments
Guides analysts on preparation of variance analysis and assists in communicating results
Reviews weekly projections and provides feedback as needed prior to the release
Actively participates in the annual budget process for all service lines
Actively participates in divisional MOR calls as needed
Works with the Acquisition team regarding budgets for new locations
Performs all other duties as assigned