Role Summary: The Cigna Group is looking for talented people with prior audit experience who are interested in being a part of The Cigna Group\'s rapidly evolving healthcare strategy. This position as Internal Audit Advisor provides exposure to key stakeholders, who are an integral part of our International Health Middle-East and Africa (MEA) market, and unique opportunities to drive value relative to strategic initiatives. This role is based in the Cigna\xe2\x80\x99s Office in Dubai, UAE and will report to the Head of International Health Internal Audit. Internal Audit plays a critical role in ensuring the Company accomplishes its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes. As part of the International Health Audit team, you will play an active role in supporting and acting as an advisor to senior management and other stakeholders in providing value-added audit recommendations to mitigate risks, and drive efficiencies. To achieve best in class service for our stakeholders, Internal Audit supports individual and team development through various trainings, coaching, and internal/external development opportunities. Additionally, we support the attainment, and maintenance of, relevant certifications for ongoing professional growth. Responsibilities:

• Support the Head of International Health Internal Audit in the timely execution of audit and advisory projects focused on identified and changing evolving risks in Cigna\xe2\x80\x99s Oman and MEA markets.
• Deliver meaningful insights to key stakeholders, including senior management, with the intent of driving efficiencies and effectiveness in processes and controls to mitigate risk.
• Collaborate with enterprise Internal Audit colleagues on integrated audits (e.g. technology, data analytics, etc.).
• Lead on the preparation of the annual audit plan for Oman and the whole of the MEA based on the audit risk assessment process.
• Support the Head of International Health Internal Audit in administrative tasks, management reporting and other respective Internal Audit activities pertaining to Oman and MEA.
• Follow up on reported Internal Audit findings and observations through review and monitoring of Management Action Plans.

SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS

• 5 to 8 years of internal and/or external audit experience in the insurance industry and/or other financial services.
• Minimum a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field.
• Additional certifications, or willing to purse, such as CPA or CIA are being preferred.
• Understanding of accounting principles, control procedures, and audit standards and techniques.
• Knowledge of the MEA healthcare industry (Oman, Dubai, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, Kuwait\xe2\x80\xa6) is desirable.
• Understanding of risk assessment, audit execution and written and verbal reporting skills required.
• Ability to work independently on assigned portions of assurance and risk advisory projects.
• Ability to understand and highlight the applicable regulatory requirements.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with management and other relevant stakeholders.
• Demonstrate the confidence and communication skills to work with and present information directly to the Senior Audit Manager.
• Demonstrate ability to meet deadlines and manage workload expectations.
• Focus on quality and service with a keen eye on detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills along with presentation skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive or confidential information in an appropriate and professional manner.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to accommodate project deadlines and travel.
• Documents and materials related to MEA are in English and Arabic, so proficiency in written and spoken English and Arabic is required.
• Team player

Other Working arrangements can be discussed however 2 days per week in the local office are required. Travels for audit and other internal purposes may be required up to 30% in a year. About Cigna Healthcare Cigna Healthcare, a division of The Cigna Group, is an advocate for better health through every stage of life. We guide our customers through the health care system, empowering them with the information and insight they need to make the best choices for improving their health and vitality. Join us in driving growth and improving lives. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing the online application process, please email: SeeYourselfEMEA@cigna.com for support. Do not email SeeYourselfEMEA@cigna.com for an update on your application or to provide your resume as you will not receive a response.