Amer Sports - Director, Risk & Controls - Chicago

Hybrid, Chicagoland or New York City

What you will be doing:

The Director of Risk & Controls will lead the second line of defense for financial and operational controls, with a primary focus on strengthening and uplifting the Company’s SOX and internal control environment. Reporting to the Chief Accounting Officer (CAO), this role plays a critical leadership position in designing, embedding, and sustaining a mature, scalable controls framework that supports business growth, transformation initiatives, and regulatory compliance. The role will lead a globally dispersed risk and controls team, maintaining appropriate second-line independence, while driving remediation of the material weakness and strengthening control confidence globally.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, enhancement, and ongoing oversight of the Company’s SOX program and broader internal control framework.
• Drive remediation of and uplift control deficiencies, including material weaknesses and significant deficiencies, ensuring timely and sustainable resolution through robust tracking and progress monitoring mechanisms.
• Establish clear control ownership, accountability, and documentation standards across the organization.
• Drive control maturity by embedding scalable, repeatable practices and establishing KPIs to ensure consistent execution and long-term sustainability.
• Demonstrate the ability to lead control environment transformations, elevating the organization from reactive, compliance-driven models to proactive, risk-based, and scalable control frameworks.
• Partner with business and technology teams on transformational initiatives (e.g., ERP and application implementations, system migrations, process redesigns) to ensure controls are designed and embedded upfront.
• Promote the transition from manual, detective controls to preventive and automated controls where feasible, while driving continuous control rationalization.
• Serve as the second line of defense, providing independent oversight to first-line process owners.
• Coordinate closely with Internal and External Audit teams to align testing approaches, reduce duplication, and strengthen overall assurance coverage.
• Lead, manage, and develop a global, dispersed team of risk and controls professionals, fostering consistent standards, strong execution, and collaboration across regions and functions.
• Promote a strong risk and controls culture that emphasizes accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement.

What you need to succeed:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field (CPA, CIA, CISA preferred).
• 12+ years of experience in SOX, internal controls, risk management, audit, or controllership, including leadership roles. Public accounting experience is required.
• Deep knowledge of SOX, the COSO framework, and internal control best practices.
• Experience leading or supporting control uplift, remediation, or transformation efforts in complex or evolving environments.
• Strong understanding of IT general controls (ITGCs) and automated controls.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to drive performance across geographically dispersed teams with direct and indirect reporting relationships.
• Proven ability to operate effectively as a second-line function, balancing independence with partnership.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven leadership and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Demonstrated experience working in a global matrix organization and leading group efforts through influence and communication via strong interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented mindset with a commitment to accuracy and integrity in financial reporting.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work cross-functionally.
• Experience working with SAP, OneStream, Blackline, or similar systems is preferred, though not required for this role.

What’s in it for you:

With us, you’ll inspire others to embrace the joy of sports while connecting with a global network of passionate individuals. We foster a dynamic and supportive culture that empowers you to innovate, grow professionally, and pursue your passion for both sports and the outdoors.

This role is ideally based in the Chicagoland or New York City area. 

• In Chicago, this role will work a flexible hybrid model based at Wilson Sporting Goods Co. global headquarters.  Located in the vibrant, sports-centric city of Chicago, the Wilson headquarters sits along the lakefront with first-class access to a burgeoning creative, innovative, energetic and active professional community.
• In New York, this role will work a flexible hybrid model based in our New York Office, located in the Flatiron District.

Benefits & Compensation:

• Medical, dental and vision
• 401k with company match
• Life insurance
• Pre-tax transit discounts
• Paid maternity/paternity leave
• Smart casual dress
• Discounts on quality products: Benefit from compelling discounts on our own-brand products (including Arc’teryx, Salomon, Wilson, Atomic, Peak Performance, and more).

A reasonable estimate of the annual pay range is $180,000 – $230,000 at the time of this posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by factors such as job-related skills, relevant experience, education, and/or training. Please note that the range reflects the base pay only and does not include our competitive bonus program.

Our Candidate-Centric Hiring Process:

At Amer Sports, we strive to make our hiring process seamless and engaging. Every CV is reviewed by real people, not AI, so your application receives the attention it deserves. Here’s what you can expect:

1. CV Screening
2. Phone Screening
3. Interview with members of our Finance team
4. Feedback & Decision

Apply now!

Please submit your application exclusively via the application form. CVs sent by email will not be considered or processed.

If you have any questions or need clarification at any stage of the application process or during your journey with us, please don’t hesitate to reach out to [email protected] (HR). We’re here to provide you with the support and information you need to make your experience with Amer Sports as smooth and enjoyable as possible. Your success and satisfaction are our top priorities, and we’re always here to assist you!