Sr Treasury Consultant, Investment, Debt & Derivative Acctg - Eden Prairie, MN preferred, remote considered 2362416 | Eden Prairie, MN | Remote

Senior Treasury Consultant

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.

The Senior Treasury Consultant plays a senior execution and technical leadership role within Corporate Treasury's Investment, Debt, and Derivative Accounting team. This position focuses on complex investment accounting, NAIC compliance, and integration of financials from acquired entities. The consultant ensures accurate reporting across GAAP, Statutory, and Tax bases while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive operational excellence. The role also leverages advanced technologies to streamline processes and enhance reporting accuracy.

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.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Monitor accounting and compliance for UnitedHealth Group's investment portfolio across US GAAP, Statutory, and Tax bases
• Independently own and execute key components of period-end close activities, including account analysis, reconciliations, reasonableness checks, and subledger entries
• Collaborate with Capital Markets, Cash Management, and Investment Management teams to support reporting, reconciliation, and debt/derivative setup
• Process trades, report gains/losses, and perform related financial analyses
• Assist with intercompany loan transactions, eliminations, and potential foreign exchange (FX) hedging activities
• Lead accounting and integration of complex investments (e.g., asset-based financing, private credit, equity-backed instruments) and ensure NAIC compliance, including preparation and review support for statutory schedules (Schedule B, BA, D, DA) and analysis of RBC impacts and related regulatory considerations
• Support integration of investments and financials of acquired companies, with a strong understanding of insurance-related requirements
• Serve as a subject-matter expert on accounting systems and complex investment products, supporting issue resolution and execution quality
• Utilize tools such as PAM for Investments, Python, PeopleSoft Financials, Bloomberg, and Power BI to drive continuous improvement in Treasury operations

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 or finance
• 5+ years of experience in Treasury, Finance, or a related accounting field
• Experience with accounting systems and investment products
• Solid understanding of GAAP, NAIC requirements, or insurance regulations
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including macros and complex formulas
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• CPA, CFA, or CTP certification
• Experience with financial reporting, financial metrics, or earnings release support
• Experience coaching or supporting less-experienced team members in a matrixed environment
• Experience with State Streets investment software (PAM for Investment/Mortgages)
• Experience with FIS treasury workstation (Quantum)
• Experience with systems or tools such as Python, PeopleSoft Financials, Bloomberg, or Power BI, Alteryx
• Solid organization skills with a demonstrated commitment to diligence and accuracy
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to resolve complex issues under tight deadlines while adapting to changing priorities

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. 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. The salary for this role will range from $91,700 - $163,700 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.