Internal Audit Manager

On; Zürich; Vor Ort; CHF 150.000 - 210.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

On in Switzerland is seeking an Internal Audit Manager to strengthen risk management, internal controls and compliance across the global business. You will lead risk-based audits, supervise staff and partner with functions to embed governance while supporting rapid growth of a premium sports company.

Reporting to the Global Director of Internal Audit, you will develop annual audit plans, oversee assurance and advisory work, and drive timely follow-up on actions.

Qualifikationen

• 15+ years of experience in internal or external audit with 5+ years in leadership roles
• Strong working knowledge of IIA Standards, COSO Framework and COSO ERM, IFRS
• Experience in a publicly listed company environment is advantageous, especially with SOX/ICFR programs and Foreign Private Issuer requirements
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• English fluency (spoken and written) required

Aufgaben

• Develop risk-based internal audit plan aligned to On’s strategy and priorities for all critical functions and geographies
• Lead assurance and advisory reviews including planning, scoping, execution and reporting
• Present audit results to senior leadership with actionable recommendations
• Administer and optimize the Internal Audit System and IA Universe
• Collaborate with Internal Controls and Risk Management to embed governance
• Monitor management actions and design follow-up dashboards for executive oversight
• Ensure compliance with IIA Standards and maintain IA Quality Assurance
• Act as independent advisor on controls, governance and risk across functions

Kenntnisse

Audit leadership

Internal controls

Risk management

COSO framework

IFRS

Communication

Stakeholder management

English fluency

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance

Professional certifications (CPA/CIA/CISA)

Tools

Internal Audit System

Jobbeschreibung

In short

At On, we move fast and build things that last. Our Group Internal Audit (IA) function protects our business value and reputation, and enables informed decision‑making as we scale globally.

We’re looking for an Internal Audit Manager to consolidate our partnership and collaboration across the Group building a strong risk management, internal controls and compliance culture at the fastest‑growing sports company of its time.

You are a passionate, business‑oriented, pragmatic and proactive individual with vast internal audit experience who has demonstrated the ability to grow and manage a diverse and complex workload while independently and proactively anticipating issues. In this role you will be responsible for the development of a risk‑based internal audit plan aligned to On’s strategy and priorities, conducting assurance and advisory reviews, reporting the results and recommendations to management and following‑up on critical actions plans agreed to make our business stronger and resilient. You will work closely with other departments and key stakeholders to identify and assess key risks while evaluating the effectiveness and compliance of our global operations and the effectiveness of the internal controls.

You will create a strong network with key stakeholders to support our mission and execute our strategy. You will join the IA team to move together at the pace of one of the fastest‑growing premium sportswear brands in the world. You will be perceived as a trusted advisor to ensure our boldest moves are grounded in sound, risk‑informed insights. You will be reporting to the Global Director of Internal Audit.

Your mission

Risk‑based audit plan

• Develop a risk‑based audit plan aligned to On’s strategy and priorities, as the primary working plan of the IA function covering all critical functions, entities, and geographies.
• Lead assurance and advisory reviews across the Group, meaning the planning, scoping, execution and reporting, including acting as the main point of contact for the reviews designed to strengthen the governance, compliance, risk management and internal controls across different functions.
• Prepare presentations on key audit results for senior leadership, translating audit results into actionable recommendations and action plans.
• Administer the Internal Audit System, maximizing the use of the IA system capabilities, reporting capabilities and AI integrated features. Build and annually update the IA Universe within the IA system.
• Partner with Internal Controls and Risk Management to ensure these frameworks are considered during the development of the risk‑based audit plan and individual reviews.

Follow‑up on management actions

• Monitor the actions agreed with management, working directly with process owners to ensure IA provides proactive advice on timely addressing critical gaps.
• Design follow‑up dashboards for senior management and key stakeholders, scale operational resilience globally.

Compliance with IIA Standards

• Ensure the IA Manual is up‑to‑date with latest developments in IIA Standards and that are integrated into the IA Methodology, providing recommendations for improvements to the IA processes ensuring compliance with established professional standards, remain abreast of emerging trends and best practices to improve IA’s methodology.
• Maintain the IA Quality Assurance to ensure IA activities and methodology is compliant at all times and provide recommendations to address any identified gap.

Cross‑Cutting

• Act as an trustable objective and independent advisor to management and process owners on internal controls design, governance and compliance matters, operational efficiency and risk management.
• Collaborate across functions, including Finance, Technology, Legal, Human Resources and Operations to ensure the assurance and advisory reviews consider evolving regulatory standards, internal regulations while remaining grounded in business reality.

Your story

• 15+ years of experience in Internal or External Audit, with at least 5 years in leadership roles (Supervisory / Manager), ideally within a fast‑growing, international environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a related field.
• Strong working knowledge of IIA Standards, COSO Framework and COSO ERM, IFRS.
• Experience in a publicly listed company environment is a strong advantage, particularly with SOX/ICFR programmes and Foreign Private Issuer requirements.
• Relevant certifications valued but not required (e.g., CPA or Chartered Accountant, CIA, CISA, or equivalent).
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills and positive mindset.
• Naturally collaborative, empathetic, you build trust by understanding the pressures others face and adapting your style to the audience.
• An entrepreneurial mindset, you thrive in environments where you’re recommending building something, not just reviewing it. You are comfortable with the unknown and have strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
• Fluency in English (spoken and written advanced skills).

Eligibility & Visa Sponsorship: Applicants must have the legal right to work in Switzerland at the time of application (EU/EFTA passport holders or current valid Swiss work permit holders). We are unable to provide visa sponsorship or support permit applications for this role.

What We Offer

On is a place that is centered around growth and progress. We offer an environment designed to give people the tools to develop holistically – to stay active, to learn, explore and innovate. Our distinctive approach combines a supportive, team‑oriented atmosphere, with access to personal self‑care for both physical and mental well‑being, so each person is led by purpose.

On is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a work environment that is fair and inclusive, where all decisions related to recruitment, advancement, and retention are free of discrimination.