Associate Director of Finance - Eden Prairie, MN or Remote

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.

As a senior member of the OptumRx CPS Outpatient Finance team, this position will report to the Sr Director of Finance and play a key role as the financial advisor and strategic partner to the business Executive and Senior Vice Presidents.

You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges

Primary Responsibilities:

• Participates in the review and renegotiation of site contracts. Provides financial insight and recommendations to operational management on contractual issues and ensures compliance with contract terms and conditions
• Builds strong working relationships with key customer stakeholders (Hospital Admin, Hospital CFO and team, DOPs/HSD) to optimize financial results. Gains buy-in and credibility for desired financial outcomes through timely and accountable actions. Delivers a high level of customer service to external clients
• Communicates regularly with site and Regional Operations support teams through financial activities oversight and client reviews. Escalates problem resolution and manages team expectations. Delivers a high level of customer service to internal clients
• Manages and conducts financial analysis, performs budgeting and month end review, and assesses risk. Evaluates need, recommends corrective actions, and implements controls to meet financial goals
• Provides leadership and guidance to direct and indirect support teams. Mentor and coach direct reports to encourage growth and development in Operations Finance
• Performs other duties and special projects as requested by Sr. Finance leadership. Perform quality assurance and testing on new application development or enhancements
• Is responsive to concerns or requests of other CPS employees, Hospital staff, and clients
• Maintains employee and patient confidentiality
• Communicates information clearly and accurately in a courteous manner and tone

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:

• BA/BS in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• 7+ years of relevant, high-impact financial experience
• Experience communicating complex thoughts in a clear, concise, and timely manner both in written and oral form
• Data and analytics as a core competency
• Ability to work independently with key business executives (Finance, Operations, Sales, Payer, etc.) to evaluate business processes and key drivers of operational and business performance
• Demonstrated combination of creativity and discipline applied to execution of scalable new growth initiatives

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in pharmacy, PBM, or pricing
• Solid analytics background and attention to details
• Demonstrated ability to work in a matrixed organization and with cross-functional partners
• Ability to anticipate issues, assess implications and implement appropriate action plans
• Ability to lead conversations with executive team members to discuss performance results, promote engagement and drive results

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy

The salary range for this role is $106,800 to $194,200 annually based on full-time employment. 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.

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.