IT Internal Audit Associate Director - Eden Prairie, MN Hybrid

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 diverse team that shares your passion for helping others. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

This position is responsible for managing internal audit and risk management consulting activities within Information Technology (IT) 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 internal controls, and compliance with laws and regulations.

This position follows a hybrid schedule with?four in-office days per week.

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 departmental and company policies and procedures

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

Perform IT 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 IT operational projects

Provide managerial oversight over more complex and / or highly visible audit and advisory engagements

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

Act as a mentor for other management team members across IAAS

Ensure IAAS resources are effectively scheduled and deployed across audit engagements

Manage larger teams with a larger span of controls

Drive segment risk strategy in partnership with Director(s), leading to determination of audit priorities

This job description is intended to describe the general responsibilities and type of work being performed by people assigned to this position. The major job functions / components above are the typical functions of the job and are not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. Personnel in this position should be aware that the responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the jobholder may differ from those outlined in this job description and various other duties may be assigned as needed.

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, technology, finance or related discipline

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

4+ years of IT Audit experience

Solid understanding of IT auditing concepts and their and how to apply them

Demonstrated solid interpersonal skills while working effectively with a team

Demonstrated solid oral and written communication skills

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

Preferred Qualifications :

Relevant assurance certification (CISA, CPA, or CIA)

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

3+ years of supervisory experience

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

Experience with Data Analytics and Data Visualization tools

Health insurance or related insurance experience

Provider experience

A thorough understanding of IT risk and internal control concepts and their practical application

Direct Reports :

• 3-5 direct reports

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 $110,200 to $188,800 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 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.