Associate IT Director Internal Audit

Company: UnitedHealth Group
Location: Minnetonka
Posted on: May 25, 2023

Job Description:

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 and start doing your life's best work.(sm) This position is responsible for leading risk assessment and testing of audits related to IT subject matters (e.g., cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, data governance), testing of Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR) regulatory programs (e.g., Sarbanes Oxley IT general controls), and performance of advisory special projects. Primary Responsibilities:

• Manage audit and risk management activities in accordance with International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (IIA Standards), Internal / External policies and guidance, Internal Audit & Advisory Services (IAAS) quality standards, and the IAAS Charter
• Assist in the development of an annual IT audit plan using a risk-based methodology, including any risks or control observations identified by management and the Audit Committee
• Manage and develop a team of skilled IT audit professionals by providing leadership, vision and direction
• Execute and enhance audit and reporting processes that clearly articulate audit scope, audit observations, management responses and corrective actions taken to resolve identified observations
• Maintain effective communications with all levels of management that foster collaboration
• Understand the implications of audit observations and coordinate with appropriate management to develop practical and actionable IT solutions in a timely, cost-effective manner
• Provide managerial oversight over more complex and/or highly visible audit and advisory engagements
• Determine team priorities to reflect the organization's core values and deliverables
• Develop, coach and motivate others to take actions that support and reflect the core values and desired future state of IAAS
• Support and drive the integration of developing capabilities (such as data analytics, robotic process automation) into operational execution across the audit teams 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
  • 8+ years of relevant experience, including internal audit, IT advisory, public accounting or consulting experience
  • Experience with Internal Control over Financial Reporting IT general controls testing
  • Demonstrated solid interpersonal skills while working effectively with a team
  • Thorough understanding of risk and internal control concepts and their practical application
  • Demonstrated solid oral and written communication skills
  • Desire to make a positive impact with the ability to manage multiple tasks and shift priorities
  • Demonstrated capability of building strong, high performing teams
  • Demonstrated capability to manage a variety of differing priorities and commitments Preferred Qualifications:
    • Relevant assurance certification (CPA, CFE, CIA, CISA, CISSP
    • Healthcare experience
    • Experience working in a complex IT environment
    • Excellent strategic skills and proven ability to lead change
    • Experience with data analytics and robotics process automation Careers with UnitedHealth Group. Discover rewarding opportunities as we help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. Join a team of people who are talented, compassionate and driven. We will support you with the global outreach, resources and inclusive culture we're proud to foster as a Fortune 5 company. We encourage you to grow as we offer a world of rewards and benefits for performance. 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. Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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