Manager Finance - Eden Prairie, MN

UnitedHealth Group • Eden Prairie, MN

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

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. 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 Finance Manager, you'll work with an elite team of finance professionals, business leads and Strategy Partners 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 is based in Eden Prairie, MN, New York, NY. If located outside of those areas the position will follow a hybrid schedule with three in-office days per week. Primary Responsibilities: Will play a critical role in supporting the Optum Finance team in planning, reporting, and presenting financial and operational data. The position will also work on key financial deliverables related to forecasting financial data and month end close responsibilities Support monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting process which will include working with Finance, Product, Operations and Tech partners to understand strategies, initiatives, priorities, cost drivers, benefits, and variances Develop tools, models, and processes to execute multiple planning and forecasting plans, providing critical financial and operational information to Business and Finance Leaders Prepare meaningful and decision enabling presentations to Sr. Management that clearly articulates key drivers and suggest action plans Will assist in developing the financial narratives and PPT presentations for month end close and recommendations that will be utilized for both internal and external constituents Performing ad-hoc analysis to enhance decisions and improve profitability Continually develop and refine process improvements to ensure accurate and timely analysis of financial and operational data 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.

Requirements

• BS/BA degree in Finance/Accounting or Business Management or a related field
• 3+ years of experience performing financial and variance analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and preparing financial reports
• Advanced level of proficiency working with Excel
• Experience building allocation/automated models
• Large matrix organization experience
• Experience with analytical, quantitative, interpersonal, communication and organizational skills

Nice To Haves

• Finance experience, including FP&A or M&A
• Essbase, Tableau and/or related applications such as Power BI experience
• Ability to be self-motivated to work independently and be a team player
• Demonstrated collaborative and flexible working style, with a solid service mentality
• Demonstrated ability to work with others and communicate effectively (both verbal and written)
• Ability to problem solve including multiple priorities and research conflicting and/or inaccurate data
• Experience with large data set with complex matrix environment
• Ability to be mature and proactive, with evidence of having worked as a true business partner

Responsibilities

• Will play a critical role in supporting the Optum Finance team in planning, reporting, and presenting financial and operational data.
• The position will also work on key financial deliverables related to forecasting financial data and month end close responsibilities
• Support monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting process which will include working with Finance, Product, Operations and Tech partners to understand strategies, initiatives, priorities, cost drivers, benefits, and variances
• Develop tools, models, and processes to execute multiple planning and forecasting plans, providing critical financial and operational information to Business and Finance Leaders
• Prepare meaningful and decision enabling presentations to Sr. Management that clearly articulates key drivers and suggest action plans
• Will assist in developing the financial narratives and PPT presentations for month end close and recommendations that will be utilized for both internal and external constituents
• Performing ad-hoc analysis to enhance decisions and improve profitability
• Continually develop and refine process improvements to ensure accurate and timely analysis of financial and operational data

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees