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UnitedHealth Group is a health care and well-being company that's dedicated to improving the health outcomes of millions around the world. We are comprised of two distinct and complementary businesses, UnitedHealthcare and Optum, working to build a better health system for all. Here, your contributions matter as they will help transform health care for years to come. Make an impact with a team that shares your passion for helping others. Join us in making healthcare work better for everyone through people-led, responsible AI while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

This position is responsible for managing all internal audit and risk management consulting activity within designated specialty areas for the company. Responsible for leading the performance of the financial, business process and information systems audits and special projects to assess the existence, effectiveness, and efficiency of the business controls, financial information, and compliance with laws and regulations.

Primary Responsibilities:

Provide staff with professional and technical expertise and guidance to ensure that audit objectives and scope are satisfied. This includes assisting staff members and audit contractors in the development and negotiation of audit recommendations and responses, evaluating the performance of the audit team, and providing guidance regarding department and company policies and procedures

Create, review, and approve pertinent audit workpapers and communications of audit results. Workpapers should comply with department and IIA standards for content and quality

Perform internal audits including audit planning, detailing control procedures and related testing and reporting in accordance with professional and departmental standards, including financial (Sarbanes-Oxley testing) and operational projects

Participate in pertinent risk assessment processes led by the Audit Management Team to ensure that audit plans cover higher risk areas. For all audit projects for the assigned business area(s), develop / approve the project risk assessment, audit objectives, scope, and audit program

Lead / Participate in special projects undertaken by the department and / or the Company

Ensure IAAS resources are effectively scheduled and deployed across audit engagements

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:

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, technology, or related discipline

5+ years of relevant business experience including internal audit or public accounting experience

Proven general understanding of auditing concepts and how to apply them

Proven solid interpersonal skills while working effectively with a team

Proven solid oral and written communication skills

Ability to make a positive impact with the ability to manage multiple tasks and shift priorities

Preferred Qualifications:

Relevant assurance certification (CPA, CFE, CIA, or CISA)

5+ years of relevant business experience including internal audit or public accounting experience

2+ years supervisory experience

Experience with internal controls over financial reporting (e.g., Sarbanes-Oxley, MAR, SOC)

Thorough understanding of risk and internal control concepts and their practical application

Health insurance or related insurance experience

Provider experience

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 $91,700 - $163,700 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are 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 and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.