Internal Controls & Audit Specialist

Lions International
Oak Brook, IL
We’re in the business of Good.
Lions International is the largest service club organization in the world. Our 1.4 million members are
serving locally and globally to help take on some of the biggest challenges facing humanity.

Every Lion and club are supported by our international association. More than 300 Lions
International staff members are constantly working on tools and technology to enhance Lions’
service. When caring people join together, roll up their sleeves and take action to make their
community better, it’s an incredible feeling for everyone involved.

Here's how you can help -- we are currently looking for an Internal Controls and Audit Specialist to
join our team, rise to the challenge of empowering service, and fill a vital role in our Finance Division team. As our Internal Controls and Audit Specialist, you will oversee internal projects within the Finance
division and will set deadlines, assign responsibilities, monitor progress, and provide status
report summaries to management. In this role, you'll identify financial risk, methods of improving
internal controls, and monitor regulatory compliance. You'll also act as the business liaison for finance on technology projects and enhancements, actively participate in the claims compliance process, and conduct internal audit testing across the organization as needed.

What You’ll Do:
  • Conduct internal audit reviews, document process flows, perform testing, summarize results, outline remediation efforts if needed and improvement opportunities where possible.
  • Drive compliance by ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures and support company mission, values, and standards of integrity and ethics.
  • Proactively develop an effective relationship with all stakeholders and maintain open communication with management regarding the annual internal audit plan.
  • Perform gap analysis and risk assessments in all divisions to ensure company assets are protected and aligned with regulatory requirements.
  • Work cross-functionally to develop, implement, test and maintain appropriate internal controls and conduct internal training and awareness sessions as needed.
  • Develop project schedules and milestones based on business objectives and defined scope.
  • Ensure finance teams have adequate written standard operating procedures (SOP) and sufficient internal controls.
  • Support the Claims Compliance team by offering guidance around the overall process and periodically processing expense claims.
  • Partner with the Claims Compliance team, to develop a fair and equitable methodology to calculate annual budgets for Lions leadership.
  • Consult with Technology team and act as the process owner for the Finance division in defining business requirements and ensuring the technology solution meets the business needs.
We’re Looking for Someone With :
  • Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) from 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 required.
  • Strong relationship-building skills, with prior experience in cross-functional collaboration.
  • Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
  • Prior experience with risk management/developing risk assessments a strong plus.
  • Knowledge of SAP or similar expense reporting system a plus.
Compensation: Exempt: $78,000-88,000

Why You’ll Love Working Here :

Lions International has excellent benefits for you and your family. We believe in a balanced work-life
and have programs and benefit plans to support our employees, such as:
  • 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
  • 401K with employer match
  • Reimbursable training
  • Casual dress
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 strength
comes from the diversity of our members and staff, and the inclusive spirit that unites us in service.

Please note: Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to
sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.


Posted 2026-08-19

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