Senior Director Finance

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 Senior Director is responsible to lead various Optum Corporate Services functions including financial forecasting and budgeting, financial reporting, business planning, developing business analytics and metrics reporting, system enhancement initiatives, combined with ad-hoc analysis for total Optum Corporate (i.e., cost optimization) and lead the Optum Corporate consolidated forecast process. This person will also be an advisor, evaluating and owning financial plans and analysis of financial and operational metrics to evaluate and influence senior leadership. This position leads a team of 5-8.

This position follows a hybrid schedule with four in-office days per week.

Primary Responsibilities

Strategic Financial Leadership

• Lead financial forecasting, budgeting, and reporting processes for Optum Corporate.
• Own and manage the consolidated forecast process across Optum Corporate functions.
  
  

Business Planning & Analysis

• Develop and oversee business planning initiatives.
• Conduct ad-hoc financial and operational analyses to support cost optimization and strategic decision-making.
  
  

Analytics & Metrics Development

• Design and implement business analytics frameworks and performance metrics reporting.
• Translate complex data into actionable insights for senior leadership.
  
  

System Enhancement & Optimization

• Drive system improvement initiatives to enhance financial and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement technology and process upgrades.
  
  

Executive Advisory & Influence

• Serve as a financial advisor to senior leadership, influencing decisions through data-driven insights.
• Evaluate financial plans and operational metrics to guide strategic direction
  
  

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead and mentor a team of 5-8 professionals.
• Foster a high-performance culture focused on collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  
  

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 in accounting, finance, or related field
• 10+ years of progressive experience with strategic finance, internal controls, business analytics, financial analysis
• 5+ years professional staff management experience
• Deep understanding of accounting principles, financial systems (e.g., PeopleSoft), and AR/cash application processes
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive enterprise-level initiatives
• Proven solid analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or MBA
• Supervisory and Leadership: Proven experience in leading and supervising a large team of various skill sets and backgrounds, ensuring effective collaboration and achieving organizational goals
• Experience with Oracle EPM software: Demonstrated expertise in utilizing this software for financial management, forecasting and reporting
• Automation of Processes and Procedures: Skilled in automating processes and procedures to enhance efficiency, reduce errors, and improve overall productivity
• Legacy Systems Integration and Data Migration experience: Proficient in integrating legacy systems and managing data migration projects, ensuring seamless transitions and data integrity
  
  

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 $156,400 to $268,000 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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.