Optum Hiring for Manager FP&A – Telecommute Job at Huntington Beach, CA Full Time

Combine two of the fastest-growing fields on the planet with a culture of performance, collaboration and opportunity and this is what you get. Leading edge technology in an industry that’s improving the lives of millions. Here, innovation isn’t about another gadget, it’s about making health care data available wherever and whenever people need it, safely and reliably. There’s no room for error. Join us and start doing your life’s best work.(sm)

The Manager of FP&A Landmark Health will lead key financial administration, business planning, and budgeting associated with operational departments and/or markets of Landmark Health. The Manager of FP&A role is accountable for the day-day development and management of financial models and performance as it relates to business goals and objectives. This position will work with key leaders to ensure that the business is operating effectively, with sound financial analysis, and with appropriate financial and operating controls in place. This position will apply in-depth knowledge of the business for recommendations to management.

You’ll enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop, enhance and manage all aspects of financial planning, budgeting and forecasting for selling, general and administrative expenses
• Collaborate with business leaders on cost drivers and assumptions
• Develop, perform and manage the analyses of business and financial metrics as well as performance measures
• Develop, enhance and maintain financial reporting to clearly communicate results, forecasted performance, and variances to plan, forecast and budget
• Understand and incorporate industry specific metrics into reports to highlight relevant trends and support fact-based business decisions
• Work closely with the business to develop, recommend and establish strategies, plans, and processes to improve profitability and cost efficiencies
• Assist and drive SG&A efficiency initiatives
• Produce clear, well-formatted reports that communicate a clear, compelling message for their stakeholders
• Ad hoc projects and analysis as needed

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 finance, accounting or equivalent degree
• 5+ years of financial or accounting experience
• Experience prioritizing & managing demanding workloads with concurrent deadlines
• Experience in trend / variance analysis
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and influence across a matrix environment
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency (Pivot tables, If statements, VLookups)
• Knowledge of GAAP, fundamental financial concepts, and procedures

Preferred Qualifications:

• PeopleSoft Experience, Hyperion SmartView and/or Essbase
• Excellent interpersonal relationship building and communication (written and verbal) skills
• Ability to deal with ambiguity and change
• Solid interpersonal & communication skills (written & verbal)
• Collaborative and flexible style, with a desire to work in a dynamic environment
• Solid analytical skills and business acumen

To protect the health and safety of our workforce, patients and communities we serve, UnitedHealth Group and its affiliate companies require all employees to disclose COVID-19 vaccination status prior to beginning employment. In addition, some roles and locations require full COVID-19 vaccination, including boosters, as an essential job function. UnitedHealth Group adheres to all federal, state and local COVID-19 vaccination regulations as well as all client COVID-19 vaccination requirements and will obtain the necessary information from candidates prior to employment to ensure compliance. Candidates must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Failure to meet the vaccination requirement may result in rescission of an employment offer or termination of employment.

Careers with Optum. Here’s the idea. We built an entire organization around one giant objective; make health care work better for everyone. So when it comes to how we use the world’s large accumulation of health-related information, or guide health and lifestyle choices or manage pharmacy benefits for millions, our first goal is to leap beyond the status quo and uncover new ways to serve. Optum, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, brings together some of the greatest minds and most advanced ideas on where health care has to go in order to reach its fullest potential. For you, that means working on high performance teams against sophisticated challenges that matter. Optum, incredible ideas in one incredible company and a singular opportunity to do your life’s best work.(sm)

*All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy.

Colorado, Connecticut or Nevada Residents Only : The salary range for Colorado residents is $82,100 to $146,900. The salary range for Connecticut/Nevada residents is $90,500 to $161,600. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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