Senior Internal Audit Anlyst

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Gurgaon, Gurugram, Haryana, IND
In-Office
Senior level
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The Role
Supports internal audit and risk management activities, including financial, operational, business process, and information systems audits. Responsibilities include planning audits, testing controls, preparing workpapers, identifying issues, performing root cause analysis, recommending corrective actions, following up on remediation plans, and supporting special projects. The role requires knowledge of auditing principles, internal controls, financial reporting compliance, and standards such as SOX.
Summary Generated by Built In
Requisition Number: 2400847
Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
This position is responsible for assisting with the execution of all internal audit and risk management consulting activity within designated specialty areas for the company. Responsible for supporting the performance of the financial, business process and information systems audits and special projects to assess the existence, effectiveness and efficiency of the business controls, financial information, and compliance with laws and regulations.
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Assist audit management or audit lead in the execution of internal audits including audit planning, detailing control procedures, and the related testing and reporting in accordance with professional and departmental standards - including financial (i.e. Sarbanes-Oxley testing) and operational projects
  • Prepare clear, accurate and complete workpapers in accordance with department quality standards; meet project timelines and deliverable due dates
  • Identify audit issues and perform root cause analysis with practical corrective solutions
  • As necessary, perform follow-up on assigned audit report action plans to ensure that the business partners have completed agreed upon action
  • Participate on special projects undertaken by the department and/or the Company
  • Comply with all applicable Company policies, procedures, and business directives, changes including those relating to work location, team assignments, work schedules, and flexible work arrangements

This job description is intended to describe the general responsibilities and type of work being performed by people assigned to this position. The major job functions/components above are the typical functions of the job and are not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks and duties. Personnel in this position should be aware that the responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the jobholder may differ from those outlined in this job description and various other duties may be assigned as needed.
Value Based Competencies
  • Integrity Value: Act Ethically
  • Compassion Value: Focus on Customers
  • Relationships Value: Communicate Effectively
  • Innovation value: Support Change and Innovation
  • Performance Value: Make Fact-Based Decisions
  • Performance Value: Deliver Quality Results

Required Qualifications:
  • Chartered Accountant (CA) or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, accounting or related discipline
  • 4+ years of relevant business experience including internal audit, internal controls over financial reporting audits or public accounting experience; 6+ years overall
  • 2+ years of experience with internal controls over financial reporting audits (eg, SOX, MAR, India Companies Act)
  • Must understand auditing concepts and principles, and how to apply them
  • Proven solid interpersonal skills while working effectively with a team
  • Proven solid oral and written communication skills
  • Desire to make a positive impact with the ability to manage multiple tasks and shift priorities

Preferred Qualifications:
  • CIA, CFE, CSOE
  • 2+ years of accounting or auditing experience
  • Health or related insurance experience
  • Experience on Sarbanes-Oxley, MAR, FDICIA, INCA
  • Experience on Business Intelligence tools - Tableau, Power BI
  • Understanding of internal control concepts and their practical application

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.

Skills Required

  • Chartered Accountant certification or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related discipline
  • 4+ years of relevant business experience, including internal audit, internal controls over financial reporting audits, or public accounting; 6+ years overall
  • 2+ years of experience with internal controls over financial reporting audits, such as SOX, MAR, or India Companies Act audits
  • Understanding of auditing concepts and principles and their application
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a team
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and shift priorities
  • CIA, CFE, or CSOE certification
  • 2+ years of accounting or auditing experience
  • Health or related insurance experience
  • Experience with Sarbanes-Oxley, MAR, FDICIA, or INCA
  • Experience with business intelligence tools such as Tableau or Power BI
  • Understanding of internal control concepts and their practical application

What the Team is Saying

Optum Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off is often regarded as generous, with meaningful accrual and flexibility to use it. While practices can vary by team, the overall time-off offering stands out as a relative strength.
  • Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan with employer matching is available and generally well-regarded for supporting long-term savings. It remains valuable, though candidates should verify the current match formula.
  • Parental & Family Support — Programs such as parental leave, family medical leave, and adoption assistance are included as notable elements of the total rewards package. These resources can meaningfully support work-life balance when applicable to the role and location.

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The Company
HQ: Eden Prairie, MN
160,000 Employees
Year Founded: 2011

What We Do

Optum, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. At Optum, we support your well-being with an understanding team, extensive benefits and rewarding opportunities. By joining us, you’ll have the resources to drive system transformation while we help you take care of your future. We recognize the power of connection to drive change, improve efficiency and make a difference in health care. Join a team where your skills and ideas can make an impact and where collaboration is key to creating technology that produces healthier outcomes.

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Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.

Optum has three workplace models that balance the needs of the business and the responsibilities of each role. These models, core on‑site (5 days/week), hybrid (4 days/week) and telecommute or fully remote, vary by country, role and location.

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