Internal Audit Analyst

About the Role

The Analyst, Internal Controls plays a key role in executing JD Sports Fashion’s North America internal controls compliance program by applying sound auditing standards and professional judgement to the design and testing of primary internal controls. This role involves working closely with the JD Group in the UK, gaining international exposure, and shaping internal controls across a fast-growing, international organization.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the design and implementation of Financial and Information Technology controls around new financial systems.
• Perform testing of primary internal control activities and apply professional judgment to assess the significance of test results.
• Assist in periodic updates to JD North America and JD Group leadership.
• Participate in walkthroughs to understand transaction flows in key retail accounting, finance, operational, and IT processes.
• Assist in maintaining process narratives, flowcharts, and risk control matrices.
• Analyze data and business processes for control deficiencies, duplication of effort, fraud, or non-compliance with regulations and policies.
• Serve as a point of contact with external auditors for information requests.
• Perform assessments and prepare documentation on critical outside service providers.
• Protect company assets and financial information by ensuring internal control accuracy and effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (or equivalent experience).
• CPA eligibility or interest in pursuing CPA, CIA, or CISA certification preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience in internal controls and/or accounting.
• Public accounting and/or retail experience preferred.
• Technical proficiency in IFRS and/or GAAP.
• Experience with large ERP systems preferred.
• Ability to document controls via process mapping.
• Self-motivated with strong collaboration skills.
• Commitment to ethics and personal responsibility.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Strong attention to detail.

Skills

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, technical procedures, and regulations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including report writing and presentations.
• Basic mathematical skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Problem-solving ability in non-standardized situations.

Physical Demands

Frequent standing, walking, sitting, typing, handling objects, reaching, and talking/hearing. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Work Environment

Quiet to moderate noise level. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.