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UnitedHealth Group

Sr. Financial Analyst - Minnetonka, MN

Position Description

This position is part of a team responsible for management and execution of our provider incentive programs known as Additional Compensation Programs (ACP) including system setup and maintenance; incentive reporting, calculation and distribution; and incentive research and reconciliation. As part of this team, the Sr. Financial Analyst will be the involved in the processes around the reporting, calculation and distribution of incentive payments. This includes direct involvement and analysis in areas such as provider income statements, month end close process, and payment documentation including preparation and submission of payment requests.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Prepare provider income statements
  • Reconcile, analyze and review network income statements in preparation for month end close
  • Research stakeholder questions and provide solutions
  • Document process changes and procedural documents
  • Coordinate with other teams both internally and externally involved with the process
  • Must be comfortable working with complex Excel spreadsheets, calculations, and pivot tables
  • Experience working with large data sets
  • Assist in developing and maintaining clear communication channels with key stakeholders both internally and externally
  • Skilled at problem solving, follow-through and resolution
  • Ensure sufficient documentation is available (and provided) to support audits including current/historical documentation of operational procedures and incentive records
  • Perform analyses of issues, participate in development of potential solutions, and make recommendations to ensure accurate and timely resolution
  • Recommend and drive process improvements
  • Generally work is self-directed and not prescribed
  • Serves as a resource to others
  • Experience with financial operations is beneficial
  • Other projects as assigned

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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:

  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
  • Ability to analyze, interpret and implement incentive plans
  • Proficiency with MS Office applications (Excel including VBA, Access, Word required; PowerPoint and Visio preferred)
  • Ability to learn and understand the interdependencies of computer systems quickly


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelors Degree in Finance
  • Previous experience with incentive or commission processes and systems
  • Previous experience with Medicare and/or the healthcare insurance industry
  • Strong verbal/written communication skills
  • Ability to communicate effectively with multiple levels within and outside the company
  • Possesses written communication skills enabling independent handling of correspondence and proofreading of complex legal agreements, letters, reports and other documents
  • Ability to help others work independently, prioritize work and meet deadlines
  • Demonstrated customer service skills in a professional business environment
  • Tact, diplomacy and sensitivity to respect confidential information
  • Work schedule flexibility, including availability for overtime as needed
  • Participation in the development/maintenance of computer systems


As a Fortune 6 company, UnitedHealth Group has resources like nowhere else. That means we have what it takes to shape the future of health care. Make a difference as we make change happen and do your life's best work.(sm)

Careers with UnitedHealthcare. Let's talk about opportunity. Start with a Fortune 6 organization that's serving more than 85 million people already and building the industry's singular reputation for bold ideas and impeccable execution. Now, add your energy, your passion for excellence, your near-obsession with driving change for the better. Get the picture? UnitedHealthcare is serving employers and individuals, states and communities, military families and veterans where ever they're found across the globe. We bring them the resources of an industry leader and a commitment to improve their lives that's second to none. This is no small opportunity. It's where you can do your life's best work.(sm)

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.

Job Keywords: financial data analyst, data, modeling. excel, financial statements, Minnetonka, MN, Minnesota

Job ID: UHG-857526
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • HSA
    • On-Site Gym
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
  • Parental Benefits

    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Remote Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Leave of Absence
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Paid Holidays
    • Paid Vacation
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Relocation Assistance
    • Performance Bonus
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • 401(K)
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program

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