Billing Specialist - 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.

Quality at Optum means striving for excellence in everything we do?in order to?help us achieve our Mission. Simply put,?it's?in?our DNA and why?we're?in business - to help people.?Our Mission serves as our?why;?our?Values?unite us around?how we will?achieve it. Because when we follow our Mission and live our Values, we deliver Quality.?

Are you a billing professional who takes pride in accuracy, speed, and ownership? As a Billing Specialist, you'll be a key player in ensuring our revenue operations run smoothly and efficiently. You'll manage complex billing cycles, collaborate with client-facing teams, and ensure compliance with contract terms. This is a high-impact role where your attention to detail and proactive mindset will directly contribute to client satisfaction and financial performance.

You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely

• from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities :

Prepare and issue accurate invoices based on client contracts, project milestones, and service delivery

Review and interpret contract terms to ensure billing aligns with agreed-upon conditions

Monitor accounts receivable and follow up on outstanding payments in coordination with collections

Resolve billing discrepancies and respond to client inquiries with professionalism and urgency

Collaborate with account management, legal, and finance teams to support billing-related needs

Maintain billing documentation and ensure compliance with internal controls and audit requirements

Identify opportunities to improve billing processes and contribute to system enhancements

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 :

3+ years of experience in billing, accounts receivable, or revenue operations

Experience working with client contracts and cross-functional teams

Proficiency in billing systems and ERP platforms (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle)

Solid Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data validation)

Familiarity with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) and contract management tools

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 $58,800 to $105,000 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.