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Ilitch Companies · 3 days ago

Franchise Auditor, Audit

Detroit, MI

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Ilitch Companies is a dynamic organization focused on growth and investment in its colleagues. The Franchise Auditor will lead efforts in fraud prevention and payment risk management, conducting audits and assessments to mitigate financial risks across various channels.

Food and BeverageHospitalityTravel

Responsibilities

Fraud Prevention & Risk Management (Primary Focus)

Conduct fraud risk assessments and analyze payment workflows to identify anomalies, abuse patterns, and vulnerabilities

Perform daily monitoring of digital ordering systems to detect suspicious activity and prevent fraudulent transactions

Participate in special projects focused on fraud prevention, chargeback analysis, and payment security

Collaborate with Cybersecurity, Loss Prevention, Finance, and Franchise Services to implement fraud mitigation strategies

Assist in developing fraud detection tools and preventive controls for digital ordering and POS systems

Audit & Compliance (Secondary Focus)

Perform traditional franchise audits to ensure compliance with company policies, operational standards, and regulatory requirements

Conduct remote franchise audits and monitor remediation of audit findings

Prepare reports and presentations summarizing audit results and fraud-related insights for management

Data Analysis & Reporting

Utilize advanced Excel and analytics tools to reconcile transactions and compile fraud and audit data

Provide actionable insights on fraud trends, risk exposure, and compliance gaps

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work closely with internal teams and external partners to strengthen fraud prevention and compliance programs

Maintain professionalism during investigations and interactions with franchisees and third parties

Continuous Improvement

Stay current on emerging fraud tactics, AI-driven attacks, and payment security innovations

Recommend process improvements to reduce fraud-related losses and enhance operational efficiency

Qualification

Fraud PreventionRisk ManagementData AnalysisGAAP KnowledgeMicrosoft ExcelBilingual (Spanish)Communication SkillsCollaboration SkillsDetail-oriented

Required

Bachelor's degree in General Business, Finance or Accounting. Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of formal education

Minimum of two (2) years in finance or audit positions and demonstrated knowledge in finance/audit terminology and process and evidence of ability to understand risk and control concepts

Working knowledge of multiple IT systems and ability to extract data and compile into useful information for audit analysis

Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and basic financial analysis

Detail-oriented, deadline driven, self-directed and organized approach to audits or other projects

Proof of highly developed verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate to a wide variety of audiences

Evidence of ability to build and maintain relationships and build collaboration in an interactive team environment

Proficiency in Microsoft Office with advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint

Prior experience in a retail, distribution, or food service/restaurant finance or audit position

Preferred

Spanish and or bilingual preferred but not mandatory

Company

Ilitch Companies

The Ilitch Companies' family of businesses represent leading brands in the food, sports and entertainment industries, including Little Caesars, Blue Line Distribution, the Detroit Red Wings, Olympia Entertainment, the Detroit Tigers, Olympia Development, Little Caesars Pizza Kit Fundraising Program, Champion Foods, MotorCity Casino Hotel, Ocean Casino Resort, and Tenda.

Founded in 1999

Detroit, Michigan, USA

10001+ employees