Senior Financial Analyst - Optum Health - Value-Based Care

UnitedHealth Group•Eden Prairie, MN

10d

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. At Optum Health, financial discipline and accountability are critical to enabling better care, improved outcomes, and lower costs. As a Senior Financial Analyst, you will play a key role in supporting value-based care (VBC) initiatives through advanced financial analysis, performance reporting, and strategic insight. This role partners closely with finance leadership, business leaders, and clinical stakeholders to translate complex data into actionable insights that help drive sustainable growth, operational efficiency, and improved patient outcomes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (or equivalent experience)
1+ years of financial analysis, accounting, or related experience, preferably in healthcare or value-based care
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; solid working knowledge of Word and PowerPoint
Proven solid analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Nice To Haves

MBA, CPA, or CMA
Experience in healthcare finance, managed care, or value-based care environments
Experience with Hyperion Essbase, Hyperion Planning, and/or PeopleSoft Financials
Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning

Responsibilities

Lead the development, execution, and management of complex financial and operational analyses related to value-based care performance
Produce and maintain recurring and ad-hoc financial reporting that clearly communicates actual results, forecasted performance, and variances to plan, forecast, and budget
Interpret trends in medical cost, revenue, utilization, and margin performance to support fact-based decision making
Research economic drivers and industry-specific metrics to support financial planning and performance management
Translate complex data sets into clear, compelling financial narratives for executive and senior leadership audiences
Present findings, insights, and recommendations with confidence and clarity
Establish and enhance financial processes, reporting methodologies, and analytical tools
Ensure accuracy, consistency, and accountability in financial results and reporting
Support continuous improvement initiatives across finance and business operations