INTERNAL AUDITOR (REMOTE-MIDWEST) (REMOTE, IL, US, REMOTE)

Salary: $80000-$95000 (to commensurate with experience)

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Pay Grade: 13

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As the leading foodservice and support services company, Compass Group USA is known for our great people, great service and our great results. If you’ve been hungry and away from home, chances are you’ve tasted Compass Group’s delicious food and experienced our outstanding service. We have over 284,000 US associates who work in award-winning restaurants, corporate cafes, hospitals, schools, arenas, museums, and more in all 50 states. Our reach is constantly expanding to shape the industry and create new opportunities for innovation. Join the Compass family today!

great people. great services. great results.

Each and every individual plays a key role in the growth and legacy of our company. We know the next big idea can come from anyone. We encourage developing and attracting expertise that differentiates us as a company as we continue to raise the bar.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated Internal Auditor to join our dynamic Internal Audit team. In this role, you will be instrumental in assessing our processes, controls, and systems, ensuring alignment with best practices and organizational objectives. You will work cross-functionally with a variety of departments and business units, conducting comprehensive audits, identifying potential risks, and recommending strategic improvements that drive efficiency and compliance.

This role is ideal for someone looking to grow their career in internal audit or eventually transition into a broader business leadership role.

Responsibilities:

  • Independently plan, execute, and deliver a diverse portfolio of audit assignments, or collaborate effectively as part of a small team, strictly adhering to internal audit methodologies and standards.
  • Thoroughly assess the adequacy and effectiveness of processes, internal controls, IT systems, performance metrics, and business initiatives.
  • Develop clear, concise audit findings and recommendations, supported by robust evidence and comprehensive work papers.
  • Articulate audit results and agreed-upon action plans with clarity and professionalism to all levels of management, through both verbal presentations and written reports.
  • Track the implementation status of agreed action plans, proactively addressing and reporting any issues or delays.
  • Contribute actively to the ongoing enhancement of the internal audit function by updating risk assessments, refining audit programs, improving audit tools, and participating in other strategic initiatives and projects.
  • Assist with other critical internal audit activities, including fraud investigations, presentations, cost improvement initiatives, and due diligence reviews.

Qualifications:

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • Experience: A minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience in internal audit, external audit, finance, or accounting.
  • MS Office Applications: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
  • Data & Analytics: Familiarity with the Microsoft Power Platform (Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate, Copilot) is a significant plus. Experience with specialized audit analytics tools (e.g., ACL, IDEA) or a willingness to learn basic scripting (e.g., Python) for data analysis is highly valued.
  • Mobility: Ability and willingness to travel to business units anywhere in the US, up to 30%. Valid driver’s license required.
  • Certifications: CPA or CIA certifications are a plus.

Skills & Capabilities

  • Exceptional Communication: Strong ability to communicate effectively and function seamlessly as part of a team, in one-on-one interactions, and during formal audit presentations.
  • Analytical Acumen: Excellent analytical skills, coupled with strong risk awareness, meticulous attention to detail, and a commitment to accuracy.
  • Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving: A natural critical thinker with intellectual curiosity and a proven ability to solve complex problems.
  • Organizational Excellence: Solid time management and organizational skills, with the ability to adapt to schedule changes and effectively reprioritize tasks.
  • Adaptability & Flexibility: The ability to adjust to changing priorities, new information, unexpected challenges, and a diverse range of working styles and team dynamics within the organization.
  • Proactiveness & Initiative: A proactive mindset, consistently suggesting improvements and taking ownership of tasks and projects to drive solutions and enhance outcomes.
  • Resilience & Perseverance: The ability to persist and find solutions despite obstacles, resistance, or incomplete information often encountered in challenging audit environments.
  • Leadership & Collaboration: An effective leader and collaborative team player who thrives in a shared success environment.

Apply to Compass Group today!

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

Compass Corporate maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Associates at Corporate are offered many fantastic benefits.

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance/ AD
  • Disability Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
  • Personal Leave
  • Associate Shopping Program
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Discount Marketplace
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Pet Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click hereor copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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Req ID: 1484344

Compass Corporate

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