Senior Audit Analyst - Minnetonka, MN

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As a Senior Audit Analyst, you will be accountable for supporting the execution of the annual audit plan for UnitedHealth Group and its family of companies. This position will be part of UHG Internal Audit & Advisory Services. You will provide support to the various Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR) compliance and control initiatives including Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), SSAE16, FDICIA and the Model Audit Rule (MAR).

Specific responsibilities include but not limited to:
Demonstrate strong understanding of control assessment frameworks and participate in annual audit risk assessment process.
Lead the audit engagement scoping and planning process (e.g., definition of approach, scope and resource requirements)
Set audit team expectations and participate in the collection and documentation of background knowledge prior to audit engagement (i.e., conducting interviews via the walk-through process)
Lead the process of identifing key risks and the related controls within business processes and design control test steps to address key risks
Review test steps executed by the audit team to assess design and operational effectiveness of key controls, provide clear and concise review comments on on audit work papers.
Discuss testing results with the manager and formulate conclusions based on assessment of control deficiencies and root causes.
Facilitate the disucssion of issues with business partners to present and validate potential exceptions; guide the development of appropriate remediation plans and timelines.
Utilize project management concepts (i.e., effective time management and prioritization strategies) to complete audits within the stated time frame and allotted budget.
Mentor peers/new team members on engagements.
Provide constructive feedback to team members (peers and managers).
Demonstrate understanding of Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) and department standards and objectives.
Active participation in industry discussions, conferences, networking, etc.
 

Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or related discipline.
Minimum of 3 years of audit, accounting, SOX/MAR/FDICIA or related experience.
Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to influence others and establish credibility with business partners.
Ability to work with different levels within the organization.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Desire to make a positive impact with the ability to manage multiple tasks and shift priorities quickly.
Strategic thinker with advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
Willing and able to travel up to 25% of the time.

Preferred:

Internal audit experience.
Prior experience in public accounting.
Managed healthcare or insurance industry experience.
Certification (CPA, CISA or CIA)  

UnitedHealth Group is working to create the health care system of tomorrow.



Already Fortune 25, we are totally focused on innovation and change. We work a little harder. We aim a little higher. We expect more from ourselves and each other. And at the end of the day, we're doing a lot of good.



Through our family of businesses and a lot of inspired individuals, we're building a high-performance health care system that works better for more people in more ways than ever. Now we're looking to reinforce our team with people who are decisive, brilliant - and built for speed.



Come to UnitedHealth Group, and share your ideas and your passion for doing more. We have roles that will fit your skills and knowledge. We have diverse opportunities that will fit your dreams.



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UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. In addition, employees in certain positions are subject to random drug testing. 

 

 

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