At the adidas Group, we work as a team, we play as a team and we constantly strive to achieve the highest performance in all disciplines.  We are currently looking for a Head of Internal Audit - Americas to join our highly trained and motivated Global Internal Audit team and play in the Champions League of the sporting goods industry. This position requires a high volume of travel and will be based out of our Canton, MA US location, and will be reporting to the Chief Audit Officer of the adidas Group in Germany.

In this senior role, you will have a considerable influence in improving the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management and processes in the sales subsidiaries and HQs of adidas, Reebok, TaylorMade and Rockport in North and South America. The position is an exciting entry point into the adidas Group, offering the possibility of a steep learning curve and leading to an international career in finance, operations or general management within the Company.

Global Internal Audit in the adidas Group has a strong operational direction. As a team member, you will work closely with senior level management, providing assurance and consulting services and advising on practical solutions for improved business processes.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop a risk-based, annual audit plan for all activities of the adidas Group in North and South America, including brand adidas, Reebok, TaylorMade and Rockport.
• Organize and execute individual audits in accordance with the audit plan and with reference to the Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing of the The Institute of Internal Auditors (IAA).
• Complete around 15-20 individual audits over a 3 year audit cycle. The scope of each audit typically covers key operational processes in the audited organizations such as wholesale and own retail, customer services, credit & collections, purchasing & sourcing, warehousing & inventory management, accounting, HR & payroll, and IT. As part of the audits,  you will evaluate governance practices, among others including authorizations, management reviews, policies & procedures, code of conduct, segregation of duties, system access rights, compliance with IFRS accounting standards and planning & reporting procedures.  
• Write audit reports for distribution to the Group's Executive Board, including action plans developed with senior management to achieve visible improvements to internal controls, risk management and processes; and monitor progress on timely implementation of agreed actions.
• Supervise 1 to 2 audit staff in the execution of audit responsibilities; develop their qualifications to prepare them for future management positions in the adidas Group.
 
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• Qualified Chartered Accountant or international equivalent (CPA, CA, etc.)
• Minimum of 8+ years external and / or internal audit experience
• Previous working experience in Big 4 external audit environment a plus
• Excellent oral and written English skills; Spanish a plus
• Experience with internal control requirements and processes particularly in key management functions such as Sales, Operations and Finance
• High level of mobility across North and South America to cope with intense travel activity (i.e. 50%+, traveling for 3-4 weeks at a time)
• Business acumen, cross-functional competence, interpersonal savvy and strong analytical capabilities
• Strong presentation and command skills, and courage to take unpopular stands if needed in difficult audit situations
• Highly developed planning, time management and organizational skills
• Diversity skills to connect with people & management styles across different cultures
• Compelling development potential with ambition to build international career
• A passion for sports