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Senior Financial Analyst - Remote (Minnetonka, MN preferred)

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In-Office or Remote
Hiring Remotely in Minnetonka, MN
60K-107K Annually
Senior level
In-Office or Remote
Hiring Remotely in Minnetonka, MN
60K-107K Annually
Senior level
Develop and manage financial analyses, reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and performance metrics. Partner with business leaders to communicate actual results, forecast performance, and variances, while identifying strategies to improve profitability and cost efficiency. The role requires financial planning and analysis experience, strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to anticipate and resolve accounting, reporting, and operational issues.
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Requisition Number: 2387809
At UnitedHealthcare, we're simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and optimized. Ready to make a difference? Join us in making healthcare work better for everyone through people-led, responsible AI while 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 Sr Financial Analyst, 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 5 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. 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. The preferred location for this position is the Minnetonka, MN office.
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Develop, perform and manage the analyses of business and financial metrics as well as performance measures
  • Develop and maintain financial reports to clearly communicate actual results, forecasted performance, and variances to plan, forecast and budget
  • Develop, perform and manage all aspects of financial planning, budgeting and forecasting
  • Interface with business leaders and build relationships in support of financial planning and performance measurement including reporting and analysis
  • Work closely with the business to develop, recommend and establish strategies, plans, and processes to improve profitability and cost efficiencies

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 or equivalent
  • 2+ years of experience in financial planning and analysis, accounting, corporate finance, or a related financial role
  • Experience working collaboratively across a matrix environment to drive business performance
  • Work experience anticipating accounting, financial reporting, forecasting and operational issues, assessing their implications and developing and implementing an appropriate action plan
  • Advanced skills in MS Excel and the MS Office product suite

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience in the Healthcare industry
  • Experience with Hyperion Essbase, Snowflake and PeopleSoft

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy
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 $60,200 - $107,400 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 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.

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