Financial Consultant - Remote

Improve the lives of others while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Job Description
- Financial Consultant
- Remote (2398738)

Financial Consultant
- Remote - 2398738

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 inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities.

Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

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.

• Analyze revenue cycle and financial data to identify trends, risks, root causes, and improvement opportunities
• Develop financial models and analyses using Excel
• Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights and recommendations for leadership
• Develop executive-ready PowerPoint presentations that clearly communicate analytical findings, financial impact, and key takeaways
• Analyze key revenue cycle areas including accounts receivable, denials, write-offs, bad debt, payer performance, and cash/liquidation trends
• Partner with operational, finance, and clinical teams to evaluate performance and identify improvement opportunities
• Ensure accuracy and consistency across financial and operational analyses
• Perform ad hoc analysis to support client needs, strategic initiatives, and business priorities

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.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Analytics, or related field
• 4+ years of experience in financial analysis, business analytics, healthcare analytics, or a related field
• Demonstrated advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills, including experience analyzing data and developing executive-level presentations
• Demonstrated solid analytical, problem-solving, and financial modeling skills
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex financial and operational data into actionable insights for leadership
• Demonstrated solid written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present findings to leadership

• Healthcare revenue cycle or healthcare finance experience
• Experience analyzing denials, accounts receivable, write-offs, bad debt, payer performance, or other revenue cycle metrics
• Power BI or other data visualization experience
• Epic or other healthcare information system experience
• Experience partnering with operational and executive stakeholders
• Experience developing client- or executive-facing presentations and analyses

* All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to United Health 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.

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