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.
This role will support the Optum Insight revenue portfolio, with ownership of real-time forecasting, focusing on the Payment Integrity business. Success in this role will be dependent on an ability to lead, navigate and influence strategic change across a matrix environment, communicate effectively, quickly adapt to changing priorities in the context of a fast paced and high-growth environment that has a long-term commitment to making health care better for everyone.
You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities - Financial Modeling:
- Create and refine financial models to support business decisions
- Evaluate financial performance and identify areas for improvement
- Present complex financial information in a clear and concise manner
- Data Interpretation and Analysis:
- Interpret and analyze large sets of financial data to uncover trends and insights
- Utilize data visualization techniques to present findings in a clear and compelling manner
- Translate complex data into actionable recommendations and narratives that support strategic decision-making
- Process Improvement:
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy
- Utilize tools such as SQL, Python, or others to automate tasks and standardize reporting
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
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or equivalent
- 3+ years of proven experience in revenue forecasting, financial modeling and process improvement
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn other software tools quickly
- Proven to be self-motivated, results-oriented and assertive individual
- Proven exceptional communication, presentation skills, and problem solving skills
- Proven multi-tasking capabilities; professionally handles pressure of meeting multiple, high-priority dealings
- Proven to adhere to an EST time zone
Preferred Qualifications
- MBA
- Healthcare industry experience
- Experience with SQL, Python, Tableau, Power BI or equivalent
- Experience with complex volume based forecasting
- All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy
California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Maryland, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Washington, Washington, D.C. 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.
