Associate Director Internal Audit - Eden Prairie, MN

UnitedHealth Group; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 113,000 - 193,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase and 401k

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking an Associate Director to manage risk-based internal audit and advisory activities across Optum Financial and Optum Bank. You will evaluate governance and control processes, lead complex engagements, and mentor audit staff to deliver objective insights and continuous improvement.

The role emphasizes data analytics and technology-enabled auditing. The position requires a 6+ year track record in audit, strong communication, and leadership abilities, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, technology, or related discipline.
• 6+ years of relevant business experience, internal audit, or public accounting experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex, risk-based audit and advisory engagements through planning, fieldwork, reporting, and issue follow-up.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting complex issues and practical recommendations to business and audit leaders.
• Proven solid interpersonal skills while working effectively with a team.
• Demonstrated ability to coach, develop, and motivate audit professionals and build collaborative, high-performing teams.
• Proven solid leadership and project-management skills, including experience managing multiple engagements, teams, priorities, deadlines, budgets, and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Drive segment risk strategy in partnership with Director(s), leading to determination of audit priorities
• Perform internal audits including audit planning, detailing control procedures and related testing and reporting in accordance with professional and departmental standards, including financial and operational projects
• Provide managerial oversight over more complex and / or highly visible audit and advisory engagements
• Lead / participate in special projects undertaken by the department and / or the Company
• Create, review, and approve pertinent audit workpapers and communications of audit results. Workpapers should comply with department and IIA standards for content and quality
• 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
• Act as a mentor for other management team members across IAAS
• Ensure effective deployment and optimization of IAAS resources across audit engagements and departmental segments
• Manage larger teams with a larger span of controls
• Promote the use of data analytics, artificial intelligence, and technology-enabled audit techniques to enhance risk identification, improve audit efficiency, and support data-driven conclusions

Skills

Audit leadership

Communication

Risk assessment

Project management

Coaching/mentoring

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/tech or related

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 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 manages risk-based internal audit and advisory activities across Optum Financial and Optum Bank. The Associate Director evaluates governance, risk management, compliance, and internal control processes across banking products, financial services, operations, technology, and third-party relationships. The role collaborates with business and audit leaders to identify emerging and elevated risks, provide objective and practical insights, support team development, and promote continuous improvement across the organization.

Primary Responsibilities

• 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
• Drive segment risk strategy in partnership with Director(s), leading to determination of audit priorities
• Perform internal audits including audit planning, detailing control procedures and related testing and reporting in accordance with professional and departmental standards, including financial and operational projects
• Provide managerial oversight over more complex and / or highly visible audit and advisory engagements
• Lead / participate in special projects undertaken by the department and / or the Company
• Create, review, and approve pertinent audit workpapers and communications of audit results. Workpapers should comply with department and IIA standards for content and quality
• 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
• Act as a mentor for other management team members across IAAS
• Ensure effective deployment and optimization of IAAS resources across audit engagements and departmental segments
• Manage larger teams with a larger span of controls
• Promote the use of data analytics, artificial intelligence, and technology-enabled audit techniques to enhance risk identification, improve audit efficiency, and support data-driven conclusions

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
• 6+ years of relevant business experience, internal audit, or public accounting experience
• Demonstrated experience leading complex, risk-based audit and advisory engagements through planning, fieldwork, reporting, and issue follow-up
• Solid written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting complex issues and practical recommendations to business and audit leaders
• Proven solid interpersonal skills while working effectively with a team
• Demonstrated ability to coach, develop, and motivate audit professionals and build collaborative, high-performing teams
• Proven solid leadership and project-management skills, including experience managing multiple engagements, teams, priorities, deadlines, budgets, and stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant assurance certification (CPA, CFE, CIA, CISA)
• Experience auditing banking and financial services organizations, including associated products, services, and operational processes
• Experience using data analytics, artificial intelligence, or technology-enabled audit tools
• Experience working in a complex IT / IS environment
• Thorough understanding of risk and internal control concepts and their practical application
• Demonstrated creativity and initiative in enabling business solutions
• Proven excellent strategic skills and proven ability to lead change

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 $112,700 - $193,200 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.