Finance Manager | Eden Prairie, Minnesota

Senior Financial ConsultantOptum 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 Financial Consultant will serve as a key finance partner supporting the Optum Financial organization, with a primary focus on operating expense management, forecasting, reporting, and financial analysis. This role will work closely with operational leaders to provide timely financial insights, support month-end close activities, and develop accurate forecasts that drive informed business decisions.The position plays an important role in ensuring financial transparency, identifying risks and opportunities, and helping business partners understand the key drivers of performance across Optum Financial. The ideal candidate will combine solid analytical skills with the ability to build relationships, communicate effectively, and influence outcomes in a fast-paced environment.This position is full time. Employees are required to have flexibility to work any of our shift schedules during our normal business hours of 8:00am - 5:00pm. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime.We offer weeks of on-the-job training. The hours of the training will be based on schedule or will be discussed on your first day of employment.Primary Responsibilities:Financial Planning & ForecastingDevelop and maintain monthly forecasts, annual budgets, and long-range planning assumptions for Optum Financial expensesPartner with business leaders to understand operational trends, workforce changes, and emerging risks and opportunitiesAnalyze financial performance and proactively identify drivers impacting forecast accuracySupport development of cost management initiatives and track realization of savings opportunitiesMonth-End Close & Financial ReportingLead month-end financial analysis and reporting processes, ensuring accurate and timely review of actual resultsAnalyze variances to forecast, budget, and prior year results, clearly communicating key drivers to finance and operational leadershipPrepare recurring financial reporting packages and executive summaries highlighting operational performance and financial impactsPartner closely with accounting and other finance teams to ensure integrity of financial resultsBusiness PartnershipBuild solid relationships with Optum Financial leaders and serve as a trusted financial advisorTranslate financial results into actionable business insights and recommendationsProvide transparency into workforce-related expenses, vendor spend, and other key operating cost driversSupport business partners in evaluating trade-offs and opportunities to improve efficiency and financial performanceAnalysis & Decision SupportDevelop financial models, scenario analyses, and ad hoc reporting to support operational decisionsPerform trend analysis and identify emerging risks, opportunities, and operational efficienciesSupport development of business cases and ROI analyses for investments and strategic initiativesLeverage data and analytics to improve forecasting assumptions and enhance decision-makingProcess ImprovementContinuously identify opportunities to streamline financial processes, improve reporting, and enhance forecasting methodologiesDevelop and maintain tools, dashboards, and performance metrics that improve visibility into business resultsSupport implementation of best practices across Operating Cost Management and broader Finance teamsYou'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 (or higher) in Finance, Accounting, Economics, OR related field5+ years of experience in progressive finance, accounting, OR financial planning and analysis experienceExperience supporting business partners in a complex, matrixed organization.PnL Management experienceFinancial forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis experienceAnalytical and financial modeling skillsExperience translating complex financial information into clear, actionable recommendationsAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, lookup functions, and financial modeling techniquesAbility to work full time and have the flexibility to work any of our shift schedules during our normal business hours of 8:00am - 5:00pm. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtimePreferred Qualifications:MBA, CPA, OR other advanced finance credentialsBanking, Private Credit, or Payment Network experienceExperience supporting operating expense OR SG&A managementExperience with workforce planning and labor expense modelingFamiliarity with PeopleSoft, Essbase, SmartView, OR similar financial systemsExperience building dashboards and automated reporting solutionsSoft Skills:Solid communication and presentation skillsDemonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environmentPay 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.At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are 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 and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.