Professional Overview
Rebecca Knezevic is an accomplished financial management executive with extensive experience in the healthcare industry. As the Director of Finance at Optum, she oversees all financial operations, strategic planning, and reporting for the organization. Knezevic is recognized for her ability to drive operational efficiencies, implement data-driven decision making, and lead high-performing finance teams.
Experience Summary
Current Role
In her current role as Director of Finance at Optum, Knezevic is responsible for managing the company's financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. She has played a key role in optimizing financial processes, enhancing analytical capabilities, and aligning finance initiatives with the organization's overall business objectives. Under her leadership, the finance department has achieved significant cost savings and improved financial visibility across the enterprise.
Career Progression
Knezevic has steadily progressed through various finance roles within the healthcare sector, building a reputation as a strategic financial leader. Prior to her current position, she served as the Associate Director of Finance at Optum, where she oversaw the financial planning and analysis for the organization's product lines. Before that, she was a Finance Consultant at Flex-Able Solutions, where she provided strategic advisory services to clients in the healthcare industry. Knezevic also held finance management roles at UnitedHealth Group, where she demonstrated her ability to drive process improvements and implement data-driven financial strategies.
Academic Background
Knezevic holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Minnesota, with a focus on financial analysis and reporting. She is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and has completed additional coursework in strategic financial management and data analytics.
Areas of Expertise
- Financial planning and analysis
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Financial reporting and compliance
- Process optimization and automation
- Data-driven decision making
- Team leadership and development
Professional Impact
During her tenure at Optum, Knezevic has played a pivotal role in driving the company's financial performance. She led the implementation of a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, which improved data integration and enhanced financial visibility across the organization. Knezevic also spearheaded the development of a consolidated financial dashboard, enabling the executive team to make more informed, data-driven decisions.
Conclusion
With her extensive finance expertise, strong analytical skills, and proven track record of driving operational excellence, Rebecca Knezevic is poised to continue making a significant impact in the healthcare industry. As the Director of Finance at Optum, she is committed to leveraging her financial acumen to support the company's growth and deliver exceptional value to its stakeholders.
