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Financial Engineer Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

Patient Financial Counselor

Waconia, MN · On-site

$21.91 - $30.68/hr

Identify eligible financial programming options and assist in completing all necessary documentation for specific federal, state, or Ridgeview financial assistance programs. * With provider ...

Patient Financial Counselor

Waconia, MN

$19.25 - $25.25/hr

Identify eligible financial programming options and assist in completing all necessary documentation for specific federal, state, or Ridgeview financial assistance programs. * With provider ...

Open PeopleSoft Enterprise Financial Management Solutions (FMS) system to version PeopleSoft 9.2. The senior PeopleSoft developer must have version 9.2 experience in a public sector environment and ...

Partner with sales, engineering, and operations to support pricing and profitability decisions * Build financial models, dashboards, and SAP reporting tools that improve decision-making * Evaluate ...

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Financial Analyst III

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$105K - $130K/yr

Partner with sales, engineering, and operations to support pricing and profitability decisions * Build financial models, dashboards, and SAP reporting tools that improve decision-making * Evaluate ...

Financial Analyst III

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$105K - $130K/yr

Partner with sales, engineering, and operations to support pricing and profitability decisions * Build financial models, dashboards, and SAP reporting tools that improve decision-making * Evaluate ...

Senior AI Engineer (Hybrid)

Saint Paul, MN · On-site

$105K - $145K/yr

*Securian Financial Group's internal position title is Engineering Consultant. Position Summary: The Senior AI Engineer is a key member of Securian Financials' Enterprise Data and Analytics team ...

Sr. Financial Analyst

Wyoming, MN · Hybrid

$80K - $111K/yr

You will partner closely with engineering leaders to manage budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and financial governance activities across the portfolio. You will analyze financial results, identify ...

AV Operations Engineer

Minneapolis, MN · Hybrid

$72K - $98K/yr

We are a longstanding leader in financial planning and advice, a global asset manager and an ... The AV Operations Engineer will support and continuously improve enterprise audio/visual, video ...

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As a Finance Business Partner supporting the Engineering organization, you will play a critical role in financial planning, analysis, and decision support that helps drive business performance. You ...

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How much do financial engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for financial engineer in Minnesota is $108,531.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $97,900.00 and $121,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Financial Engineer vs Quantitative Analyst?

AspectFinancial EngineerQuantitative Analyst
Required CredentialsDegree in finance, mathematics, or engineering; often CFA or FRM certificationsDegree in finance, mathematics, or statistics; often CFA or FRM certifications
Work EnvironmentFinancial institutions, hedge funds, investment banksAsset management firms, hedge funds, investment banks
Job FocusDeveloping complex financial models, derivatives pricing, risk managementData analysis, model development, trading strategies
Common UsageDesigning financial products and strategiesAnalyzing data to inform trading decisions

Financial Engineers and Quantitative Analysts share similar educational backgrounds and certifications, often working in similar environments like investment banks and hedge funds. While Financial Engineers focus on creating complex financial models and derivatives, Quantitative Analysts primarily analyze data to support trading strategies. Both roles require strong quantitative skills and contribute to financial innovation and risk management.

What are some common challenges financial engineers face when developing quantitative models, and how can they address them?

Financial Engineers often encounter challenges such as ensuring model accuracy, dealing with incomplete or noisy data, and adapting models to rapidly changing market conditions. Addressing these issues typically requires strong collaboration with data scientists, risk managers, and traders to validate assumptions and stress-test models under various scenarios. Staying current with industry trends and regulatory requirements also helps Financial Engineers maintain robust, compliant solutions that add value to their organizations.

What skills should a financial engineer have?

To thrive as a Financial Engineer, you need a strong background in mathematics, statistics, finance, and programming, typically supported by a degree in quantitative fields such as finance, mathematics, engineering, or computer science. Familiarity with technical tools like Python, R, MATLAB, financial modeling software, and sometimes certifications like CFA or FRM is highly valued. Exceptional problem-solving, analytical thinking, and the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly are vital soft skills. These skills and qualifications are crucial for designing innovative financial models, managing risks, and enabling data-driven decision-making in complex financial environments.

What jobs do financial engineers get?

Financial engineers typically work as quantitative analysts, risk managers, derivatives traders, or financial modelers in banking, investment firms, hedge funds, and insurance companies. They use skills in mathematics, programming, and financial theory to develop models and strategies for trading, risk assessment, and asset management.

What is a financial engineer?

A financial engineer, also called a computational engineer, advises clients on investment strategies and risk management based on quantitative analysis of their portfolio and the atmosphere in the stock market. As a financial engineer, your job duties include analyzing the stock market to predict how stocks will perform, building models of trends in the stock market based on market history, and make recommendations on how to manage their portfolio.

What is a financial engineer?

A Financial Engineer is a professional who applies mathematical techniques, computational tools, and financial theory to solve complex problems in finance. They are often involved in designing financial products, developing risk management strategies, and building quantitative models for pricing, trading, and portfolio management. Financial Engineers typically work for banks, investment firms, or financial technology companies, and their expertise is essential for managing financial risks and innovating new financial instruments.
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Infographic showing various Financial Engineer job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $108,531 per year, or $52.2 per hour.

Patient Financial Counselor

Ridgeview

Waconia, MN • On-site

$21.91 - $30.68/hr

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago


Ridgeview Medical Center rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 20 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Description
This is a hybrid role.
Purpose of Job
This is a newly expanded role at Ridgeview and the ideal candidate should have experience and expertise in working with patients as they navigate the financial responsibilities of their visit.
The Patient Financial Counselor is responsible for providing patients with a positive financial experience by helping navigate insurance benefits and understand potential financial liability. This role is the patient's point of contact for financial assistance questions. The Financial Counselor collects payments, sets up payment arrangements, creates estimates, advises patients on their insurance benefits and coverage. This role will assist patients with eligibility for government programs, Ridgeview's financial assistance program, and other options for managing high medical liabilities.
Job Functions
  1. Serve as the point of contact for all patient financial assistance related questions.
  2. Communicate with patients to identify and understand financial, social, and medical histories and other relevant patient information.
  3. Act as liaison between clinical departments, Patient Financial Services, and third parties to advocate for the patient and Ridgeview.
  4. Gather all relevant information required to process financial assistance requests.
  5. Assess the current financial situation of patients through the verification of patient insurance benefits; serving as the technical expert in confirming patients benefit coverage and hospital reimbursement:
    • Determine the patient's financial ability to pay and explain insurance coverage and benefits to the patient.
    • Initiate the financial screening process as appropriate to evaluate eligibility for assistance programs. Assist the patient in completing financial applications and gathering supporting financial documentation.
  6. Determine eligibility for care at Ridgeview by assessing patient eligibility for Medical Assistance, Community Programs, and Government Programs:
    • Assess and offer payment alternatives which may include prepayment for elective care and applying for Ridgeview's financial assistance program
    • Identify eligible financial programming options and assist in completing all necessary documentation for specific federal, state, or Ridgeview financial assistance programs.
    • With provider involvement, determine urgency of scheduled care for patients with large financial liabilities resulting in either a decision to proceed or a decision to reschedule
  7. Explain Ridgeview's payment policy to patients. Calculate and explain any patient liability before or at the time of service.
  8. Counsel patients on out-of-pocket liabilities. Collect deductibles, pre-payments, and outstanding balances following established collection procedures; or alternatively, create a payment plan with the patient and document the agreement appropriately.
    • If unable to establish acceptable payment arrangements for elective procedures, inform provider and patient that services will be rescheduled or cancelled.
  9. Communicate financial coverage status and applicable financial decisions with all appropriate parties: patient, family, referring providers, and Ridgeview providers.
  10. Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education/Work Experience
  • High school graduate or equivalent
  • Previous customer-focused healthcare experience
  • Proven customer service experience
  • Knowledge of medical terminology
  • Patient financial and/or cost estimation experience

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
  • Ability to effectively navigate a high-stress and fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to meet and maintain the necessary background checks as aligned with position functions.
  • Ability to communicate in the English language for effective written and verbal correspondence to complete listed job functions.
  • Ability to multitask and maintain high attention to detail.
  • Ability to perform basic math functions and count money.
  • Ability to interact and service patients in a friendly and efficient manner.
  • Knowledge of basic computer functions and Microsoft Office applications.
  • Ability to work autonomously and as a team.
  • Ability to respond appropriately to unpredictable and high stress situations and diverse patient populations.
  • Capable of making independent decisions with the use of strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to meet crucial timelines and productivity expectations.

Preferred Qualifications
• Previous experience in a patient financial services role
• Knowledge of health insurance, medical assistance, and other payment methods
• Post-secondary education in healthcare
• Bilingual
• Experience with EPIC
Physical Demands
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Compensation
Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation such as: the requirements of the position, experience, education, knowledge, and skills along with location and internal equity. Pay listed does not include any shift, weekend, or other differentials.
Benefits
Ridgeview strives to provide comprehensive and market competitive benefits to meet the needs of our employees and their families.
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