Internal Auditor W/m

**Description de l'entreprise** Amer Sports is the world leader in sports equipment, with brands such as Salomon, Arc’teryx, Peak Performance, Atomic, and Wilson. Salomon SAS, "The Mountain Sport Company," was founded in 1947 in the heart of the Alps, the birthplace of modern mountaineering. Driven by a passion for sports and innovative design, Salomon has created a wide range of groundbreaking concepts in bindings, footwear, skis, and apparel for alpine and Nordic skiing. The company has also introduced innovative solutions in footwear, snowboarding equipment, racing, mountaineering, hiking, trail running, and many other sports. Through this focus on performance, Salomon innovates and excels in mountain sports, turning new ideas into products and pushing the boundaries of what is possible. Salomon’s commitment, culture, and heritage are all tied to a simple concept: every employee can contribute to making Salomon the leading mountain sports brand. Salomon is also committed to sustainability through its responsible approach to outdoor activities, embodied in its sustainability program. Diversity is one of Salomon’s five core values, which is why the company is dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. Salomon’s headquarters are located in Annecy (74), France. **Description du poste** As part of Salomon's initial public offering, we are seeking **an Internal Auditor (W/M).** Reporting directly to our CFO, your main responsibilities will include: **Evaluation and Strengthening of Internal Controls** - Analyze and evaluate internal processes to identify gaps and vulnerabilities while ensuring the effectiveness of financial and operational controls. - Assess existing internal controls to mitigate key risks and provide recommendations to improve processes in case of deficiencies. **Risk Identification, Assessment, and Prioritization** - Conduct analyses to identify key financial, operational, regulatory, strategic, and reputational risks that could impact the company. - Evaluate and prioritize risks based on their likelihood and potential impact, helping the company focus on the most critical threats. **Planning and Implementation of Risk Management Strategies** - Develop and implement risk management policies aligned with the company's strategic objectives and regulatory requirements. - Propose measures to mitigate risks, such as additional controls, insurance coverage, or periodic review processes. **Regular and Targeted Audits** - Perform internal audits to assess compliance with procedures and the robustness of existing controls, including financial, operational, and technological audits. - Prepare a risk-based audit program aligned with the risk management plan and direct audits to cover the most critical areas. **Fraud Prevention and Regulatory Compliance Assurance** - Establish procedures to prevent fraud risks by identifying and controlling vulnerabilities. - Ensure compliance with regulations (e.g., SOX in the U.S. or French Financial Markets Authority directives) through checks and alignment assessments of internal processes with legal requirements. **Reporting to Governance Bodies** - Prepare and present summary reports to governance committees (Board of Directors, Audit Committee, etc.) that outline audit results, key risks, and mitigation plans. - Keep executives informed about current risk levels and control measures, suggesting priorities for future actions across the AS group. **Continuous Monitoring and Adaptation of Processes** - Implement ongoing risk monitoring, adjusting controls and risk management policies in response to evolving threats or changes in the external environment (market, regulations, etc.). - Use risk management tools and dashboards to track control effectiveness and identify real-time deviations from expectations. **Training and Awareness for Employees** - Educate and train employees on risk management and the importance of internal controls so that everyone understands their role in risk prevention. - Share best practices on compliance and controls to foster a proactive company culture regarding risks. **Crisis Management and Business Continuity** - Participate in the development and deployment of business continuity and crisis management plans to respond to major events. - Ensure teams are prepared for critical scenarios through regular simulations and assess the company's resilience to these risks. **Coordination with External Auditors and Other Stakeholders** - Collaborate with external auditors to ensure adequate coverage of financial and operational risks and facilitate compliance audits. - Work with other key departments, such as Finance, Legal, and Operations, to ensure consistent and integrated risk management. This role is critical in preparing Salomon for a successful IPO and supporting its ongoing growth while maintaining robust risk management and control systems. **Qualifications** - ** Education**: Master's degree (Bac +5) in Fi