Six Sigma Consultant - Remote

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. Are you a subject matter expertise using Six Sigma methodology in project management, scope definition, risk identification, methodology and resource allocation or facilitation? Assist us with strategic initiatives crossing business teams and operating groups as a Project Six Sigma Consultant to coordinate and complete projects, define performance and results and manage vendors and service providers. You'll investigate non-standard requests and problems, make presentations to senior leadership, ensure project documentation is accurate and ensure projects are completed on time and within scope. Pertinent data and facts will be reviewed to identify and solve issues and mitigate risks, prioritize your workload and work on ad hoc projects as assigned. Six Sigma Certification or in process of Certification for Project Management required and previous experience in a Project Management Office (PMO) is a plus. This role is on the Optum Controllership Process Improvement team and will initially be working on Record to Report AI solutions. This is a very complex area with many process improvement opportunities. The successful candidate will be able to quickly get up to speed, learn the area and offer insights and improvements. 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.

Anticipates customer needs and proactively develops solutions to meet them Serves as a key resource on complex and/or critical issues Solves complex problems and develops innovative solutions Performs complex conceptual analyses Reviews work performed by others and provides recommendations for improvement Forecasts and plans resource requirements Authorizes deviations from standards May lead functional or segment teams or projects Provides explanations and information to others on the most complex issues Motivates and inspires other team members 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.

Six Sigma Green Belt certification Certified Public Accountant 5+ years of project management administration and/or project management experience and/or core accounting or finance experience 3+ years of accounting and/or finance experience Advanced level of proficiency with MS Project, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint and SharePoint skills Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and concisely and to ability to facilitate meetings Proven excellent time management, organizational, and prioritization skills and ability to balance multiple priorities *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