Sr Financial Analyst - Eden Prairie, MN or Telecommute

Combine two of the fastest-growing fields on the planet with a culture of performance, collaboration and opportunity and this is what you get. Leading edge technology in an industry that's improving the lives of millions. Here, innovation isn't about another gadget, it's about making health care data available wherever and whenever people need it, safely and reliably. There's no room for error. Join us and start doing your life's best work.(sm)

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 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 telecommute* from anywhere within United States as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Will play a critical role in planning, reporting and paying commissions. As a member of the Sales Finance Team, the position will work on key financial deliverables related to forecasting and month end close responsibilities
• Lead Monthly and Quarterly Commission payout process. Which will include working with Finance and Sales counterparts to understand strategies, initiatives, priorities, cost drivers, benefits and variances
• Develop tools and processes to provide critical financial and operational information to Senior Management
• Engage with internal affiliates and business partners
• Prepare meaningful, decision enabling senior management performance reporting that clearly articulate key drivers and suggest action plans
• Will assist in developing the financial narratives and PPT presentations for Month end close and Plans that will be utilized for both internally and external constituents
• Performing ad-hoc analysis to enhance decisions and improve profitability
• Continually develop and refine Compensation modeling, process improvements and other data models
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as Sales Operations, Finance, Growth Office, Payroll in conjunction with forecasting, and reporting process

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:

• BS/BA degree in Finance/Accounting or Business Management or a related field
• 2+ years of experience performing financial and variance analysis, budgeting and forecasting, and preparing financial reports
• Mature and proactive, with evidence of having worked as a true business partner.
• Advanced proficiency level working with Excel
• Analytical, quantitative, interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
• Full COVID-19 vaccination is an essential requirement of this role. Candidates located in states that mandate COVID-19 booster doses must also comply with those state requirements. UnitedHealth Group will adhere to all federal, state and local regulations as well as all client requirements and will obtain necessary proof of vaccination, and boosters when applicable, prior to employment to ensure compliance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Tableau or related applications such as Power BI experience
• Large matrix organization experience
• Experience building allocation/automated models
• Self-motivated to work independently and be a team player
• A collaborative and flexible working style, with a strong service mentality
• Demonstrated ability to work with others and communicate effectively (both verbal and written)
• Ability to problem solve including multiple priorities and research conflicting and/or inaccurate data
• Experience with large data set with complex matrix environment

To protect the health and safety of our workforce, patients and communities we serve, UnitedHealth Group and its affiliate companies require all employees to disclose COVID-19 vaccination status prior to beginning employment. In addition, some roles and locations require full COVID-19 vaccination, including boosters, as an essential job function. UnitedHealth Group adheres to all federal, state and local COVID-19 vaccination regulations as well as all client COVID-19 vaccination requirements and will obtain the necessary information from candidates prior to employment to ensure compliance. Candidates must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Failure to meet the vaccination requirement may result in rescission of an employment offer or termination of employment.

Careers with Optum. Here's the idea. We built an entire organization around one giant objective; make health care work better for everyone. So when it comes to how we use the world's large accumulation of health-related information, or guide health and lifestyle choices or manage pharmacy benefits for millions, our first goal is to leap beyond the status quo and uncover new ways to serve. Optum, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, brings together some of the greatest minds and most advanced ideas on where health care has to go in order to reach its fullest potential. For you, that means working on high performance teams against sophisticated challenges that matter. Optum, incredible ideas in one incredible company and a singular opportunity to do your life's best work.(sm)

Colorado, Connecticut or Nevada Residents Only: The salary range for Colorado residents is $54,400 to $97,000. The salary range for Connecticut / Nevada residents is $60,000 to $106,700. 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 Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.

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.