Global Internal Audit Lead - Ops & Compliance (Hybrid)

Cornerstone Search Partners, Inc.; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Cornerstone Search Partners, Inc. in the Chicago Northwest Suburbs is seeking a Senior Internal Audit professional to lead high-value audits, work directly with senior leadership, and make a measurable impact across the organization.

You’ll gain broad exposure across multiple business divisions while conducting operational, financial, and compliance audits across the Americas, leveraging an Agile Internal Audit approach.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of experience in Internal Audit, Public Accounting, or a related discipline.
• Strong audit experience with an emphasis on operational auditing and risk assessment.
• Understanding of Internal Audit standards, COSO, and risk-based auditing.
• Spanish language skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute operational, financial, and compliance audits across the Americas.
• Assess organizational and operational risks and develop audit programs and testing strategies.
• Conduct fieldwork, analyze results, identify control gaps, and develop practical recommendations.
• Partner directly with management on audit findings, remediation plans, and process improvements.
• Prepare clear audit reports and present findings to management and senior leadership.
• Work both independently and collaboratively across a variety of projects and teams.
• Help drive quality and continuous improvement within the Internal Audit function.

Skills

Internal audit

Analytical thinking

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA

CIA

Job description

Cornerstone Search Partners, Inc. in the Chicago Northwest Suburbs is seeking a Senior Internal Audit professional to lead high-value audits, work directly with senior leadership, and make a measurable impact across the organization.

You’ll gain broad exposure across multiple business divisions while conducting operational, financial, and compliance audits across the Americas, leveraging an Agile Internal Audit approach.