Optum · 1 month ago
Senior Director, Shared Financial Services - Financial Operations
Optum is a global organization using technology to improve health outcomes for millions. The Senior Director, Shared Financial Services - Financial Operations will lead the Corporate Accounts Receivable Services team, driving strategy for accounts receivable and cash application systems to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
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Responsibilities
Oversee recording and analysis of financial transactions and statements
Evaluate reserves and exposures; align actuals, budgets, and forecasts
Direct AR collections and cash application teams
Implement performance metrics and internal controls
Advise leaders on process simplification and automation
Lead ERP migrations and enterprise initiatives
Represent CARS in acquisitions and cross-functional projects
Collaborate with billing, segment teams, and IT on system strategies
Drive enhancements to data structures and reporting capabilities
Set goals for a distributed team
Manage performance, coach, and foster engagement
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's in Accounting, Finance (CPA/MBA preferred)
10+ years in accounting/finance operations; 5+ years managing teams
Expertise in AR/cash application processes and financial systems (e.g., PeopleSoft)
Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills
Preferred
Experience with getpaid software
Advanced PeopleSoft knowledge
Process automation and legacy system integration expertise
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Incentive and recognition programs
Equity stock purchase
401k contribution
Company
Optum
Optum is a healthcare company that provides pharmacy services, health care operations, and population health management. It is a sub-organization of UnitedHealth Group.
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