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This position is National Remote. You'll enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. For all hires in Minneapolis, Virginia, Maryland, or Washington, D.C. area, you will be required to work in the office for a minimum of four (4) days per week.

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.

The Financial Consultant will be the assistant Oracle EPM administrator.  Oracle EPM is the SG&A forecasting software used by Optum with a focus on labor planning. The system is used for actuals and forecast data at a cost center (department) level. This system allows for driver-based planning for labor and allows for unit cost tracking, data analysis and allocations to segments.

This position is full time (40 hours / week) Monday - Friday. Employees are required to have flexibility to work any of our 8-hour shift schedules during our normal business hours of 8:00 am - 5:00 pm local time.  

This will be on the job training and the hours during training will be based on your schedule or will be discussed on your first day of employment.  

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assign security to database elements using best practices
• Create and maintain documentation as it relates to database system configuration, mapping, and processes.
• Develop strong relationships with end user communities, customers, and business partners
• Independently troubleshoot and/or resolve application issues and escalate more complex issues as appropriate
• Design and perform database and security audits, system backup procedures, and other recovery processes in accordance with the company's disaster recovery and business continuity strategies
• Plans and assists with oversight of testing processes and activities including defect identification and resolution
• Coordinate and perform in-depth tests, including end-user reviews, for modified and new systems.
• Teaming with developers and business resources to perform implementation and ongoing upgrades of the software.
• Build, develop and maintain data models, data automation systems, dashboards and performance metrics support that support key business decisions through Power BI
• Must have desire to learn new tools / languages quickly and continue expanding knowledge

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 (or higher) in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent work experience
• 3 years of experience in financial planning & analysis, accounting, or related field
• 3 years of experience with planning tool Oracle EPM 
• Financial modeling and financial statement analysis skills, with experience owning and maintaining models
• Analytical capability with attention to detail and accountability for accuracy
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills (e.g., Pivot Tables, INDEX/MATCH, SUMIFS)
• Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly and effectively to both financial and non-financial audiences, including presentation to leadership
• Experience with building, developing and maintaining data models, data automation systems, dashboards and performance metrics support
• Ability to work full time (40 hours / week) Monday - Friday. Employees are required to have flexibility to work any of our 8-hour shift schedules during our normal business hours of 8:00 am - 5:00 pm local time.  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to work independently and manage priorities with minimal supervision
• Ownership mindset with accountability for results
• Experience with AI  

Telecommuting Requirements:

• Ability to keep all company sensitive documents secure (if applicable)
• Required to have a dedicated work area established that is separated from other living areas and provides information privacy.
• Must live in a location that can receive a UnitedHealth Group approved high-speed internet connection or leverage an existing high-speed internet service.

*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 $72,800 - $130,000 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 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.

UnitedHealth Group is 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 is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.