Staff auditor, Auditor Accountant

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. Since our founding in 1979, UHS has grown steadily into a premier Fortune 500® corporation perennially recognized by multiple esteemed national rating entities. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates inpatient acute care facilities, inpatient behavioral health facilities, outpatient and other facilities, nationwide virtual behavioral health services, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services with physical locations in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Ireland and United Kingdom.

The Corporate Internal Audit Department is seeking a dynamic and talented Staff Auditor

In collaboration with the Manager of Internal Audit, the Staff Auditor will assist in executing business process audits across multiple business divisions, supporting the Sarbanes‑Oxley compliance program, and contributing to IT SOX audits. The Staff Auditor will conduct walkthroughs, document key processes and controls, perform audit testing procedures, and communicate findings and results to process owners. Additionally, assist with the completion of selected operational audits for the audit year.

Ensure audit procedures performed fulfill the purposes and responsibilities established in the department to conform to the COSO Framework and the Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing published by the Institute of Internal Auditors or a similar professional organization.

Key responsibilities include:

• Aid in planning with various stakeholders to conduct business process audits.
• Provide input in developing the audit scope, selecting facilities, and developing appropriate audit procedures for management approval.

• Participate in and document annual walkthrough meetings with various stakeholders.
• Maintain internal controls documentation by updating audit testing procedures on a continuous basis to accurately reflect the current process, while ensuring that the risk identified is properly mitigated.
• Prepare and coordinate documentation request (PBC) lists for financially significant audit processes, track the status of requests, and follow up with stakeholders on open or outstanding items.
• Execute audit work programs for SOX audits and operational audits as assigned in a timely manner and with adequate supporting documentation for test work, findings, and corrective action plans.
• Manage workload in accordance with project timelines and routinely update audit status trackers to reflect progress and outstanding items.
• Effectively communicate audit findings with various stakeholders by preparing an audit report and discussing the findings, with assistance as needed.
• Exercise sound judgment by considering all of the facts and circumstances.

• Execute assignments discreetly, effectively, efficiently and as directed in sensitive or confidential circumstances.
• Provide input for aspects of special projects based upon experience.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field is required.
• Willingness and motivation to pursue a professional certification [e.g., Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), and/or Master’s degree.
• Awareness of SOX and audit frameworks and standards, including COSO and Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Standards.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Willingness to cross-train and develop familiarity with IT SOX audits and operational audit activities beyond business process SOX audit.
• Keep current of general…