Internal Audit Manager, Business ICFR and SOC Governance

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 to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

This position is an individual contributor within a team responsible for business Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR) and System and Organization Control (SOC) governance processes within the broader UHG Internal Audit and Advisory Services (IAAS) team. This position assists with the scoping, documentation, and certification of financial reporting controls supporting SEC, statutory, and customer SOC reporting for various enterprise entities. This role supports the creation of ICFR methodology, training and the implementation of ICFR process improvements that drive operational efficiency, quality and financial performance. In addition, the position regularly interacts with external auditors and regulatory examiners, as well as executive management of the organization.

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

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assist with financial statement scoping to determine focus of annual ICFR programs, including Sarbanes Oxley (SOX), Model Audit Rule (MAR), and FDIC Improvement Act (FDICIA)
• Project manage the completion of ICFR and SOC testing collaboratively with the UHG IAAS team and external auditors to ensure timely completion in adherence with required customer SOC report issuance dates and financial filings
• Champion and cultivate the ICFR culture within the business by developing relationships with control owners and executives to understand the business and relevant key controls, educating management on ICFR and SOC requirements and providing guidance to enhance the control environment
• Coordinate and facilitate SOC report exam meetings and requests between the business and external auditors
• Create and/or maintain SOC report system descriptions and process flow documentation that reflect the control environment, data flow and key controls
• Communicate status and results of ICFR and SOC testing with senior management, external auditors, and regulatory stakeholders
• Evaluate and document ICFR and SOC deficiency conclusions and assist with remediation planning
• Identify opportunities to enhance ICFR and SOC governance processes through automation, process optimization, and AI enablement to improve efficiency and quality
• Create and facilitate training to internal testing teams on a broad range of ICFR topics
• Participate on special projects undertaken by the department and/or the Company

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
• 4+ years of relevant business experience including internal audit or public accounting experience
• Solid understanding of risks and controls and their practical application
• Proven solid interpersonal and analytical skills while working effectively with a team
• Proven 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 (eg, CPA)
• Experience with SOC report exam testing and/or coordination
• Health insurance or related insurance experience
• Public accounting experience
• Experience working with data analytics and data visualization tools

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 to $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 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.