Director, Internal Audit

Taleo; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 135,000 - 231,000; Full time

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Director of Internal Audit to lead audit and advisory services for a designated specialty area. You will oversee strategic, financial, operational, and information systems audits, and guide risk management practices across the organization.

The role reports to the Senior Director of Internal Audit and Advisory Services, shaping priorities and delivering practical, compliant solutions. Travel up to 25% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, technology, or a related discipline.
• 12+ years of relevant business experience, including internal audit, public accounting, or consulting.
• 7+ years of supervisory experience.
• Strong strategic capabilities and demonstrated leadership and communication skills.
• Willing or ability to travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Manage audit and risk management activities per IIA standards and policy.
• Develop an annual risk-based audit plan and submit to Chief Audit Executive.
• Coordinate and monitor third-party audits, including external audits.
• Participate in planning, design, and implementation of major processes to assess controls.
• Design audit workflows, communicate scope, findings, and corrective actions.
• Build relationships with management and communicate effectively.
• Evaluate findings and partner with management on timely, cost-effective solutions.
• Design internal reporting systems to measure progress toward goals.
• Lead or participate in special projects and establish audit priorities.
• Determine segment staffing strategy and co-source engagements.
• Provide leadership and direction for teams; manage budgets and forecasts.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Communication

Team building

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, technology, or a related discipline

Job description

Improve the lives of others while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Job Description - Director, Internal Audit (2388863)

Director, Internal Audit - 2388863

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.

We are seeking a Director to lead internal audit and advisory services for a designated specialty area. In this role, you will oversee strategic, financial, operational, and information systems audits, as well as special projects that evaluate business controls, financial information, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Reporting to the Senior Director of Internal Audit and Advisory Services, you will help shape audit priorities, strengthen risk management practices, and deliver practical solutions across the organization.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Manage audit and risk management activities in accordance with Institute of Internal Auditors standards, internal and external audit policy, and the Audit Committee charter
• Develop an annual risk-based audit plan that incorporates management and Audit Committee concerns, and submit the plan to the Chief Audit Executive
• Coordinate and monitor third-party audits, including the annual external audit, as directed by the Chief Audit Executive
• Participate in the planning, design, development, and implementation of major business processes and computer-based systems to assess controls, testing, documentation, and organizational needs
• Design audit and reporting processes that clearly communicate audit scope, findings, management responses, and corrective actions
• Build collaborative relationships and maintain effective communication with all levels of management
• Evaluate the business implications of audit findings and partner with management to develop practical, timely, and cost-effective solutions
• Design internal reporting systems to measure, monitor, and track progress toward corporate goals and department objectives
• Lead or participate in special projects undertaken by the department or company
• Drive segment risk strategy and help establish audit priorities
• Determine the segment staffing strategy, including co-source engagement, collaboration, and partnership
• Leadership Responsibilities
  • Provide leadership, vision, and direction for assigned teams and remain accountable for group decisions
  • Set team priorities that reflect organizational values and deliverables
  • Develop, coach, and motivate team members to support the organization’s desired future state
  • Develop and manage departmental budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses

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 a related discipline
• 12+ years of relevant business experience, including internal audit, public accounting, or consulting experience
• 7+ years of supervisory experience
• Proven solid strategic capabilities and demonstrated success leading change
• Proven solid management, planning, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Proven solid leadership, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, with a demonstrated commitment to teamwork
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and build effective business partnerships with senior leaders
• Demonstrated ability to build solid, high-performing teams
• Demonstrated ability to adapt leadership style to the needs and preferences of team members and business partners
• Willing or ability to up to 25% travel

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with health insurance systems
• Experience working in a complex IT or information systems environment
• Thorough understanding of risk and internal control concepts and their practical application
• Demonstrated creativity and initiative in developing effective business solutions
• Relevant assurance certification, such as CPA, CFE, CIA, or CISA

Leadership Scope:

This role typical l ead 1–5 direct reports and more than 20 indirect 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 $134,600 - $230,800 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.

UnitedHealth Group is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

UnitedHealth Group is a registered service mark of UnitedHealth Group, Inc. The UnitedHealth Group name with the dimensional logo, as well as the dimensional logo alone, are both service marks for the UnitedHealth Group, Inc.

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.