Associate Director of Finance - Remote 2383970 | Eden Prairie, Minnesota | Remote

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Connecting. Growing together. With these values to guide us, our people are committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we are honored to serve. Integrity Compassion Inclusion Relationships Innovation Performance Back to nav Associate Director of Finance - Remote Requisition number: 2383970 Job category: Finance Primary location: Eden Prairie, Minnesota Date posted: 09/15/2026 Overtime status: Exempt Travel: No Share this job Facebook X LinkedIn Email 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. As a senior member on the OptumRx Specialty & Home Delivery Pharmacy FP&A team, you will report to the Vice President of Finance and serve as a financial advisor and strategic partner to top Specialty & Home Delivery business executives. This role is built for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment with multiple, competing deliverables , and who can independently manage an operating cadence, create clarity amid ambiguity, and consistently deliver executive-ready insights. 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. Primary Responsibilities: Strategic Financial Leadership Lead volume forecasting, budgeting, and reporting processes across Specialty & Home Delivery pharmacies, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with business objectives Own and manage the consolidated forecast and reporting cadence, including establishing clear timelines, dependencies, and review cycles across deliverables Drive consistency and quality in executive-level volume & financial outputs, ensuring clear, actionable insights for leadership Business Planning & Analysis Develop and oversee business planning initiatives that deliver insight-driven analyses and support strategic decision-making Conduct ad-hoc financial and operational analyses to support cost optimization and strategic decision-making Analytics & Metrics Development Design and enhance analytics frameworks and performance metrics to improve visibility into volume performance Translate complex data into actionable insights that connect results, trends, and business drivers for senior leadership System Enhancement & Optimization Identify and implement system and process improvements that enhance efficiency, scalability, and accuracy Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement technology and process upgrades that validate and synthesize data to inform financial planning Executive Advisory & Influence Serve as a trusted financial advisor to senior leadership, proactively influencing decisions through data-driven insights Evaluate financial plans and operational metrics to guide strategic direction Ensure alignment across stakeholders by communicating clear recommendations and maintaining a forward-looking perspective Team Leadership & Development Lead, develop, and mentor a team member in a matrixed environment Set clear expectations, delegate effectively, and ensure high-quality deliverables Provide oversight and direction across team outputs, ensuring a cohesive and comprehensive financial story is delivered Foster a high-performance culture grounded in accountability, collaboration, 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 Finance, Accounting, or related field 7+ years of relevant, high-impact finance experience 1+ years in FP&A, P&L ownership, or consolidation-type role Proven excellent communication and organization skills Demonstrated solid analytics background and attention to details Preferred Qualifications: 2+ years of experience in pharmacy, PBM, or broader healthcare environments (e.g., health systems, payers, or healthcare services) 1+ years of people leadership including setting direction, delegating effectively, and ensuring high-quality team deliverables Experience managing multiple, concurrent deliverables in a fast-paced environment, including prioritization and on-time execution Experience with enterprise financial systems such as PeopleSoft/Oracle Background creating insight-driven financial analysis with executive-ready narratives Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative and cross-functional environment Demonstrated solid business acumen with the ability to proactively partner cross-functionally, validate inputs, and synthesize information into clear recommendations Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement, including leveraging evolving technologies to enhance FP&A processes and team productivity *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 $112,700 - $193,200 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. Apply Internal apply Bookmark job Back to nav Benefits Our mission of helping people live healthier lives extends to our team members. Learn more about our range of benefits designed to help you live well. Life Resources and support to focus on what matters most to you, in every facet of your life. Emotional Education, tools and resources to help you reduce and manage stress, build resilience and more. Physical Health plans and other coverage to support wellness for you and your loved ones. Financial Benefits for today and to help you plan for the future, including your retirement. Learn more Back to nav Previous slide Being able to connect with so many people that all have the same goal in giving the best care possible is something truly special. Brooke G. Senior Pharmacy Technician At Optum, I receive the support, resources, and flexibility that I want so that I can be the best doctor possible while also finding personal and professional satisfaction. Dr. Conan T. Regional Chief of Primary Care We’re applying artificial intelligence to build something that can help people in their most distressed moments. The problems you work on here have an impact on someone’s life. Achala S. Senior Director and AI Architect Being able to connect with so many people that all have the same goal in giving the best care possible is something truly special. Brooke G. Senior Pharmacy Technician At Optum, I receive the support, resources, and flexibility that I want so that I can be the best doctor possible while also finding personal and professional satisfaction. Dr. Conan T. Regional Chief of Primary Care We’re applying artificial intelligence to build something that can help people in their most distressed moments. The problems you work on here have an impact on someone’s life. Achala S. Senior Director and AI Architect Being able to connect with so many people that all have the same goal in giving the best care possible is something truly special. Brooke G. Senior Pharmacy Technician Next slide Go to slide 1 Go to slide 2 Go to slide 3 Back to nav We’re honored to be recognized for our exceptional work culture Back to nav Discover our family of businesses See how we’re structured to help build a modern, high-performing health system. Learn more Explore our hiring process Learn what to expect when you pursue an opportunity with us. Learn more How we’re transforming care Find out how we’re making care smarter and more personalized. 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