Senior Director, Shared Financial Services - Financial Operations

Senior Director, Shared Financial Services - Financial Operations

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Optum is a global organization using technology to improve health outcomes for millions. Join a culture of inclusion, collaboration, and growth as we advance health optimization worldwide.

This leadership role within Optum Controllership and Finance partners across billing and segment accounting teams. You will lead the Corporate Accounts Receivable Services (CARS) team, driving strategy for accounts receivable and cash application systems to ensure accurate, timely financial reporting.

• Oversee recording and analysis of financial transactions and statements
• Evaluate reserves and exposures; align actuals, budgets, and forecasts
• Direct AR collections and cash application teams
• Implement performance metrics and internal controls
• Advise leaders on process simplification and automation (Business Partnership)
• Lead ERP migrations and enterprise initiatives
• Represent CARS in acquisitions and cross-functional projects
• Collaborate with billing, segment teams, and IT on system strategies (Systems & Data Management)
• Drive enhancements to data structures and reporting capabilities
• Set goals for a distributed team
• Manage performance, coach, and foster engagement

• Bachelor’s in Accounting, Finance (CPA/MBA preferred)
• 10+ years in accounting/finance operations; 5+ years managing teams
• Expertise in AR/cash application processes and financial systems (e.g., People Soft)
• Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills

• Experience with getpaid software
• Advanced People Soft knowledge
• Process automation and legacy system integration expertise

You’ll lead a high-impact team in a dynamic environment with clear growth opportunities and comprehensive benefits.

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 your career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

The salary for this role will range from $156,400 to $268,000 annually based on full‑time employment.

We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At United Health 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.