Compliance & Audit Manager

Closing Date: march 11, 2026 at 4:00 PM

Salary:
Depending On Experience (DOE)

• Provide direction, and oversight of the Corporate Compliance Program, ensuring compliance with the Tribal Gaming Compact, NIGC MICS, AZ Dept of Gaming requirements, and internal policies and procedures.
• Review and approve all regulatory submissions, including SOP revisions, regulatory notifications, vendor notices, project-related disclosures, and requests for regulatory determination or approval.
• Serve as an Enterprise liaison to GRIC Internal Audit and the Gaming Commission Office for Corporate Compliance-related matters, effectively coordinating interactions, responses, and follow-up activities.
• Oversee the management and distribution of regulatory deadlines to ensure timely submissions, responses to regulator inquiries, and resolution of any deficiencies.
• Provide guidance and subject‑matter expertise to Enterprise leadership on regulatory expectations, interpretations, and compliance requirements.
• Lead development, governance, and maintenance of Enterprise policies and procedures related to gaming operations, ensuring alignment with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Lead the Audit & QA team to monitor audit findings, track remediation progress, and maintain accurate documentation of status, trends, and improvements.
• Coordinate regulatory examinations, fieldwork, and audits involving Corporate Compliance, assisting with document preparation, scheduling, and responses.
• Manage Corporate Compliance dashboards, metrics, and reporting for leadership review, ensuring accuracy and transparency of performance and compliance indicators.
• Develop and implement process improvements to strengthen compliance oversight, streamline workflows, and enhance communication with operational departments.
• Train, and mentor RCO and other staff on regulatory requirements, internal processes, and best practices.
• Maintains a dependable work attendance record.
• Must be able to work independently, with little to no supervision.
• Perform other special projects and duties as assigned.

Directly supervises two Corporate Compliance Specialists and one Audit & Quality Assurance Analyst. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Enterprise’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; and addressing complaints and resolving problems. The Senior Manager, Compliance is responsible for ensuring the quality, timeliness, and accuracy of all Corporate Compliance outputs and for fostering strong cross‑departmental relationships.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 5–7 years’ experience in gaming compliance in an Indian Gaming Enterprise/Tribal regulatory environment.
• Expertise in interpreting and applying Tribal‑State Gaming Compact requirements, NIGC Minimum Internal Controls, MICS, and other applicable gaming regulations.
• Experience leading effective regulatory interactions, including communication with Tribal regulators, auditors, state agencies, and/or federal oversight bodies; and maintaining effective working relationships therewith.
• Minimum of 3 years’ leadership experience, including supervising teams or managing compliance programs.
• Strong policy‑writing and policy‑governance skills, including drafting, reviewing, and implementing Enterprise‑wide frameworks.
• Proven ability to manage complex, cross‑departmental compliance initiatives in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to perform the GILA WAY:
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• Must possess strong attention to detail and interpersonal communication skills, both verbal and written, and be a self‑starter…