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.
Culture and Benefits
You will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities.
Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale.
About Optum
We are a Fortune 5 business and one of the world's leading healthcare companies.
We have been supporting global healthcare systems from Ireland and the UK for more than 20 years.
We build a dynamic and diverse team of more than 2,100 talented individuals.
Job Summary
As a Rebate and Accounting Manager, you will oversee rebate programs, ensuring timely and accurate payments and reconciliations along with supporting the finance function of the company.
Schedule
This is a full-time position, Monday – Friday, with standard working hours.
Careers with Optum offer flexible work arrangements.
Primary Responsibilities:
* Maintaining and enhancing the team's rebate payment calculation, reporting, and communication processes
* Producing monthly forecasts for the business
* Understanding client contractual obligations and performing detailed manual calculations to determine the rebates due to clients based on those obligations
* Prepares internal and external reporting to support payments to clients and performs rebate payment reconciliations
* Evaluates client contracts and amendments on an ongoing basis and tracks updated rebate payment terms to ensure accurate client liability forecasts and calculations
* Reviews and analyses rebate reimbursements to ensure contract compliance
* Record accounting journals as required for month end processing
* Support senior management with the finance function
* Makes recommendations for process improvements when identified
* Supporting financial audits and month end management report as required
* Conducting ad hoc analyses as needed
* Solves moderately complex problems and/or conducts moderately complex analyses
Required Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or accreditation with professional accounting body (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
* Understanding of generally accepted accounting principles
* Advanced level of proficiency with MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
* Experience with SAP / PeopleSoft Financials is an advantage
* Experience in pharmaceutical rebate processing, contract management, or a related finance role is desirable
Preferred Qualifications:
* Ability to read, understand and execute on detailed contract language
* Proficiency in financial software and databases
Soft Skills:
* Analytical and problem-solving skills
* Self-motivated and learn quickly
* Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy