Financial Control & Risk Specialist

WHO WE ARE  

Known best as the 'Undisputed King of Trainers', JD Sports reigns supreme as one of the biggest and best global Sports Fashion brands across footwear and apparel. 

Founded in 1981 in Greater Manchester UK, JD Group has achieved remarkable growth through rapid global expansion, now standing as the leading global sports fashion retailer. With over 3,400 stores worldwide, we strive to inspire the emerging generation through a captivating connection to the universal culture of Sport, Music, and Fashion. 

In 2017, JD Sports first launched within the Australian market and has since expanded to 60+ stores. We currently operate in NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA & TAS, with plans for continued future growth. Our mission is to offer unparalleled service and style to all our consumers. 

Working at JD Sports is a state of mind, an attitude and way of challenging the norm. We do not conform; we create our own path and are elite within our field. And now, we’re seeking talented and passionate individuals to join our team. 

THE ROLE 

JD Sports is searching for a passionate Financial Control & Risk Specialist to join our growing Finance team in Sydney! In this role, you'll support with the development, maintenance, and testing of an industry-leading Financial Risk Management Framework (FRMF), ensuring compliance with relevant legislation across ANZ and SEA. 

Reporting into the Chief Financial & Operating Officer APAC, this role will be responsible for, but not limited to: 

• Develop and sustain industry leading financial control policies and procedures, including the design and operationalisation of risk controls matrix, test script, process flowchart, Management Review Control documents (MRCs) and IPEs 
• Contribute to the development and execution of the annual financial assurance test plan 
• Deliver financial risk assessment and scoping process, including on current and emerging risks that matter 
• Provide monthly updates on ICFR rollout status across the APAC region to the Group ICFR team in UK at the ICFR project meetings 
• Deliver identification of controls to mitigate key risks 
• Assist in root-cause analysis and propose constructive and practical improvements to prevent reoccurrence 
• Deliver innovative approaches to controls and assurance, including advanced analytics  
• Reassess and update the FRMF based on business changes to remain risk focused 
• Conduct training on business process management and internal control principles  
• Coordinate and review and challenge management attestation of control effectiveness 
• Monitor and validate timely and effective remediation of control deficiencies 
• Deliver continuous improvement and leading-edge change initiatives and support positive risk culture  
• Continuously assess development in key legislations and manage compliance obligations  
• Manage ad-hoc projects as assigned 

WHO YOU ARE  

• 5+ years of experience with a focus on financial risk management and internal controls, and/or assurance 
• Experience in the SOx and/or other equivalent regulatory compliance frameworks 
• Hands on risk and internal controls experience including design and implementation of internal controls frameworks according to SOx or COSO  
• Experience in Internal and External Audit engagements would be relevant 
• CA/CPA qualified 

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? 

• Monthly culture committee events  
• Central CBD location  
• Pre-pay day lunches  
• Birthday leave  
• Competitive Salary  
• One month paid parental leave  
• Referral bonus scheme  
• Training and development to evolve and shape your career   
• Opportunity to progress across all areas of the business including Retail, Support Office and our Distribution Centre   
• Treat yourself with our attractive staff discount! This can also be used for friends and family   
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program & Mental Health champions  

We are passionate about connecting with driven and skilled individuals who are invested in their development, so that together we can evolve our brand's success, alongside evolving your career.  

JD values diversity and inclusion and champions a culture where everyone feels, valued, included, and celebrated.  

What are you waiting for? Apply today and kick start your JD Sports Journey. 

Please note, by applying for this role, you consent to us completing a Work Rights check to verify your working rights where required.