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 with an Early Careers research analyst opportunity on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

　　We don't just aspire to help people live healthier lives, we have the know-how to help make it a reality for millions. As a Senior Financial Consultant within the Expense Analytics organization in Finance, you will provide OI finance and operations organizations with key cost analytics and metrics that will drive improved decision making. You'll work with an elite team of accounting and finance professionals who are writing the history of our organization and guiding our success as a global industry leader. That's a lot of responsibility, but you will have the support and resources of a Fortune 6 industry leader behind you every step of the way.

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

　　Primary Responsibilities:

　　Work directly with the Admin Solutions Finance Business Partners to assist in financial oversight as well as play a critical role between the Operations Finance and Admin Solutions Finance teams to ensure close collaboration between the groups Critical in supporting the Admin Solutions BU Finance team with newly signed Market Performance Partnership clients in implementation financial oversight, including requisition monitoring, base cost validation during first 12 months of engagement, supporting analytics related to contract scope changes throughout contract term, supporting the client relationship and delivery executives, and being plugged into the forecast, budgeting, cost management and SLA delivery processes Develop and maintain real-time, driver based expense forecasting and modeling, clearly communicate actual results, forecasted performance, and variances to plan, forecast and budget Work closely with the business to develop, recommend and establish saving strategies, plans, and processes to improve profitability and cost efficiencies

　　You'll have access to the most comprehensive data in the world. You'll need every bit of your knowledge and skill to sift through it and find the trends that tell the story.

　　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:

　　5+ years of financial and operational management experience Experience driving business performance in a high growth environment Experience working across teams and business partners Experience working collaboratively and influence across a matrix environment to drive revenue enhancement and expense management initiatives Work experience anticipating accounting, financial reporting, forecasting and operational issues, assessing their implications and developing and implementing an appropriate action plan Immediate experience with Microsoft (Excel and PowerPoint)

　　Preferred Qualifications:

　　Bachelor's degree in Finance or related field Healthcare experience

　　California, Colorado, Connecticut, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, or Washington Residents Only: The salary range for California, Colorado, Connecticut, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island or Washington residents is $85,000 to $167,300 per year. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. 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.

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

　　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.