Senior Director, Internal Audit

Accel Entertainment • Burr Ridge, IL

1d • $180,000 - $220,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Accel Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: ACEL) is a growing provider of locals-focused gaming and one of the largest terminal operators in the United States, supporting more than 27,000 electronic gaming terminals in over 4,300 third-party local and regional establishments across ten states. Through exclusive long-term contracts, Accel serves licensed non-casino locations including bars, restaurants, convenience stores, truck stops, gaming cafes, and fraternal and veteran establishments. Accel also owns and operates brick and mortar casinos and a racino venue. Accel provides its local partners with a turnkey, full-service, capital-efficient gaming solution that encompasses manufacturing, content, payments, loyalty, 24/7 customer service, data analysis and reporting, and cash logistics. The Company’s racino, Fairmount Park Casino & Racing, opened in April 2025 and features over 270 electronic gaming machines, food and beverage amenities, a sports book, para-mutuel betting and 55 days of thoroughbred horse racing a year. For more information, please visit www.accelentertainment.com.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field required
• 10+ years of progressive internal audit, external audit, and/or risk assurance experience
• Experience in a publicly traded company or regulated industry strongly preferred
• Demonstrated experience leading audit teams and managing co-source or third-party audit resources
• Proven ability to manage SOX compliance programs and execute risk-based audit plans
• Experience building relationships with and presenting findings to senior management
• Strong knowledge of risk-based audit methodologies, IIA Standards, COSO framework, SOX requirements, and US GAAP
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to present complex findings clearly to varied audiences
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in ERP systems, audit management software, and Microsoft Office; data analytics experience a plus

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree or MBA preferred
• CIA or CPA preferred

Responsibilities

• Partner with the SVP to develop and execute a comprehensive, risk-based annual audit plan that addresses financial, operational, compliance, and regulatory risks.
• Lead the ongoing risk assessment process, continuously evaluating changes to the business environment and emerging risks to ensure audit coverage remains relevant and prioritized.
• Lead and oversee the end-to-end execution of audit engagements, including scoping, fieldwork, data analysis, and documentation of findings.
• Maintain high standards of audit quality and ensure engagements are completed on time and in accordance with IIA Standards and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Maintains the independence and objectivity of the independent audit function.
• Support the design and execution of the company’s regulatory audit program.
• Monitor regulatory developments and assist in updating audit programs to reflect changes in compliance obligations.
• Own the day-to-day planning, execution, and monitoring of the company’s Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance program.
• Evaluate the design and operational effectiveness of financial, operational, and IT controls, identify control gaps, and drive sustainable remediation in partnership with control owners and management.
• Serve as a key point of contact in supporting the external audit reliance strategy, coordinating internal audit work to maximize reliance by external auditors and reduce duplication of effort.
• Prepare clear, concise, and actionable audit reports detailing findings, root cause analysis, and recommendations.
• Present results to the SVP and, as appropriate, to senior management and other stakeholders to facilitate timely and effective resolution of issues.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of internal auditors, fostering a high-performance culture with clear expectations and ongoing professional development.
• Manage day-to-day co-source relationships to ensure third-party resources are effectively integrated and delivering quality work on time.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with cross-functional business partners, senior management, and external auditors.
• Collaborate across the organization to communicate audit findings, support remediation efforts, and contribute to a strong internal control environment.
• Serve as a subject matter resource to senior leadership on enterprise risk-related matters, drawing on broad organizational visibility to highlight emerging risks and contribute to informed business decisions.

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision
• life, AD&D, critical illness, and hospital insurance
• short and long-term disability
• identity/legal protection
• FSA and HSA accounts
• traditional and/or Roth 401(k) plans
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers counseling for a multitude of topics including (but not limited to) mental health, finances, adult care, disability, and grief.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior