Analyze complex financial data and business processes, develop requirements for financial data marts, translate strategy into technical product features, manage backlogs and sprint prioritization, and perform product testing, data tie-outs, SOX controls validation, and UAT preparation. Collaborate with product owners, business leads, and cross-functional teams to deliver financial systems solutions.
Requisition Number: 2388253
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 Business Analysis Consultant on the Optum Financial Systems team, you will help rewrite the future of the healthcare system. You will analyze complex financial data, drive requirements to create Optum Financial Data marts, translate business strategy into technical product features for Optum Technology tool development, and deliver business-savvy solutions that impact millions of lives. Working within a complex matrix of global business units, you will manage product backlogs, sprint prioritization, and automated SOX controls testing prior to User Acceptance Testing (UAT), leveraging cutting-edge technology supported by a Fortune 5 enterprise.
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:
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:
Preferred Qualifications:
*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 $91,700 - $163,700 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.
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 Business Analysis Consultant on the Optum Financial Systems team, you will help rewrite the future of the healthcare system. You will analyze complex financial data, drive requirements to create Optum Financial Data marts, translate business strategy into technical product features for Optum Technology tool development, and deliver business-savvy solutions that impact millions of lives. Working within a complex matrix of global business units, you will manage product backlogs, sprint prioritization, and automated SOX controls testing prior to User Acceptance Testing (UAT), leveraging cutting-edge technology supported by a Fortune 5 enterprise.
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:
- Analyze, review, forecast, and trend complex financial data, reviewing and validating the analysis and interpretation of others' work
- Develop and implement effective and strategic business solutions through thorough research and analysis of data and business processes
- Support short- and long-term operational and strategic business activities through detailed data analysis and reporting
- Drive business requirements and data analysis to build and enhance Optum Financial Data marts
- Translate strategic business initiatives into technical product features and functional requirements for Optum Technology tool development
- Assist product owners and business leads in managing product backlogs, user stories, and sprint prioritization
- Perform initial product testing, tie-out analysis, and automated SOX controls validation prior to User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
- Collaborate across cross-functional teams and matrixed business units to solve complex challenges and serve as a trusted business analysis resource
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:
- 1+ years of experience in business or finance, including business analysis experience
- Experience analyzing business processes and workflows, and providing evaluations, benchmarks, and process improvement recommendations
- Experience translating business requirements into technical product features or functional specifications
- Experience performing data analysis, data tie-outs, or working with data marts / financial reporting systems
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with automated SOX controls, financial compliance validation, or UAT testing processes
- Experience working within a matrixed corporate structure in healthcare, financial services, or technology sectors
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization, including senior leadership
*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 $91,700 - $163,700 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.
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