About lululemon

lululemon is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athletic pursuits. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, we create transformational products and experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and being well. We owe our success to our innovative product, commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we make in every community we're in. As a company, we focus on creating positive change to build a healthier, thriving future. In particular, that includes creating an equitable, inclusive and growth-focused environment for our people.

Job responsibilities:

To better support the continuous growth of lululemon China business, we are looking for the first Global Risk & Advisory Services (RAS) Director in Mainland China. The Global Risk & Advisory Services (RAS) Director will be based in Shanghai, China and will be the most senior audit leader in Mainland China with a direct reporting line to our Global RAS leader - VP, Global Risk & Advisory Services. The Director will be accountable for the performance and results of the China RAS portfolio including the development and execution of the Internal Audit Plan, supporting our Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)  and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) programs in region.

The Director will play an integral role in providing assurance to senior leadership (global and in China) and input into the reports to the Board on our effectiveness for risk management activities. The Director will be required to partner with a range of business teams to create an open dialogue, lead with curiosity and build trusting relationships.

Specifically, what you’ll do:

·   Establish the RAS function in region and demonstrate value to leadership through education of risk management principles to identify the need for and/or improve controls;

·  In partnership with the Global RAS leader, build and operationalize the annual audit planning process and interim risk assessments taking into consideration internal and external factors impacting the China business;

·  In partnership with the Global RAS leader, establish a benchmark budget for the RAS function in China and manage budget;

·  Evaluate the required skillsets needed in China to inform the resource plan in region (including headcount resources, hiring, developing and leading an internal audit team);

·   Assess the requirement for external resources, build and manage team of external resources (until local internal audit team is established);

·   Prepare audit reports on the adequacy and effectiveness of the control structure, along with practical recommendations to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of controls;

·  Clearly communicate audit issues, findings and recommendations to senior leaders - shape the opinions of/negotiates with, senior leaders;

·   Be a strategic business partner to various business functions to influence and guidance on how to improve controls to address risks within a process area;

· Influence internal/external business and/or regular issues that have organizational impact;

·  Collaborate with other members of the RAS global team to support the execution of other audits;

·  Provide support and feedback to team members and identify areas for new training or skill checks;

· Perform work in accordance with the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing as established by the Institute of Internal Auditors in addition to the Institute of Internal Auditor’s Code of Ethics;

· Maintain a high level of standards, integrity, confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.

Qualifications:

·  15+ years of experience in financial and operational auditing, related experience including (5+) years demonstrated progressive management and people leadership skills

·   Knowledge of controls, systems and accounting concepts, practices and procedures

·   Proficiency using SharePoint and MS Office Suite including Excel, Word, OneNote and PowerPoint

·   Strong understanding of business risks and audit risks

·   Detail oriented with a focus on quality

·   Effective interpersonal and communication skills interacting with all levels of the organization

·   Excellent interpersonal, team collaboration and delegation skills

·   Excellent problem solving, organizational and critical thinking skills

·   Deep understanding of the COSO Integrated Framework for Internal Controls

·   Demonstrated time management skills to meet deadlines as well as flexibly adapting to changing priorities

·    Excellent knowledge of IIA standards and how to apply them in work performed

·   Retail industry knowledge

·    Ability to persuade/influence leaders to take action to improve overall control environment