Internal Controls & Audit Specialist

Lions Clubs International; Oak Brook (IL); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Three weeks paid time off

Flexible and hybrid work schedules

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Casual dress code

Job summary

Lions Clubs International in Oak Brook, Illinois, is seeking an Internal Controls and Audit Specialist to oversee critical finance projects. In this role, you will conduct audits, ensure compliance with policies, and develop relationships across teams.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree, has over 5 years of relevant experience, and possesses excellent analytical skills. The position supports flexible work schedules and offers comprehensive benefits including paid time off and a 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in audit or internal controls assessments.
• Strong relationship-building skills and experience with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct internal audit reviews and document process flows.
• Drive compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Perform gap analysis and risk assessments.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Job description

Lions International is the largest service club organization in the world, with 1.4 million members who serve locally and globally to help tackle the biggest challenges facing humanity.

Here’s how you can help – we are currently looking for a Internal Controls and Audit Specialist to join our Finance Division team. In this role, you will oversee internal projects within Finance, set deadlines, assign responsibilities, monitor progress, and provide status report summaries to management. You’ll identify financial risk, improve internal controls, monitor regulatory compliance, and act as the business liaison for finance on technology projects. You’ll also support the claims compliance process and conduct internal audit testing as needed.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct internal audit reviews, document process flows, perform testing, summarize results, outline remediation efforts and improvement opportunities.
• Drive compliance with company policies and procedures, supporting the mission, values, and integrity standards.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders, keeping management informed of the annual internal audit plan.
• Perform gap analysis and risk assessments across divisions to protect company assets.
• Work cross‑functionally to develop, implement, test and maintain internal controls, and provide internal training and awareness sessions.
• Develop project schedules and milestones based on business objectives and scope.
• Ensure finance teams have adequate written SOPs and sufficient internal controls.
• Support the Claims Compliance team by guiding the overall process and processing expense claims.
• Partner with Claims Compliance to develop a fair methodology for calculating annual budgets for Lions leadership.
• Consult with Technology, act as the process owner for Finance, and ensure solutions meet business needs.

We’re Looking for Someone With

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) from a four‑year college or university or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in audit, internal controls assessments, or related work.
• Strong relationship‑building skills and experience in cross‑functional collaboration.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• Prior experience with risk management/developing risk assessments is a strong plus.
• Knowledge of SAP or a similar expense reporting system is a plus.

Compensation: Exempt: $78,000–88,000

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Three weeks paid time off
• Flexible and hybrid work schedules (3 days per week in office)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans
• Flex spending accounts for medical and dependent care
• 401(k) with employer match
• Reimbursable training
• Casual dress code

We are committed to fostering an environment where all individuals – regardless of background, identity, or lived experience – feel welcomed, respected, and empowered to serve. Our diversity and inclusive spirit unite us in service.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.