Global Finance Process and ICS Specialist

About Us

At Avolta (SIX: AVOL), our people are the driving force behind our success. With a team of over 76,000 individuals representing more than 150 nationalities, we are a truly global company fueled by passion, innovation, and excellence.

Emerging from the merger of Dufry and Autogrill, Avolta is transforming the travel experience through the dedication and expertise of our diverse workforce. Spanning 73 countries and 1,000 locations, our teams are committed to delivering exceptional travel retail and food & beverage experiences with energy and creativity.

Our operations cover a variety of channels, including airports, motorways, cruise ships, ports, and railways, offering ample opportunities for collaboration and professional growth. Our culture empowers individuals to make meaningful contributions, fostering an environment that values teamwork, development, and innovation.

Sustainability and social responsibility are core to our strategy, ensuring our growth positively impacts both our employees and the communities we serve.

If you seek a dynamic, international career where your contributions make a real difference, join us at Avolta and help shape the future of travel together.

Role Overview

The position plays a vital role in strengthening Avolta's Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR) framework. This involves driving effective governance, risk management, and control practices throughout the organization. Collaborating with global stakeholders, the focus is on ensuring the integrity of financial reporting, supporting compliance with regulatory requirements, and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. By identifying control enhancements and process efficiencies, this role contributes to a robust control environment that supports business performance and growth. The position reports to the Global Finance ICS & ERM Head and is based in Basel until Q1 2027, with a planned relocation to the Zurich Airport office thereafter.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and continuously improve internal controls across global finance processes.
• Assess processes and controls, identify risks and gaps, and drive improvement initiatives.
• Support risk assessments and develop effective mitigation strategies and control frameworks.
• Monitor compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and financial reporting standards.
• Maintain control documentation, process narratives, flowcharts, and audit evidence.
• Prepare reporting and provide insights on control effectiveness and key risk areas.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to strengthen governance, risk management, and control practices.
• Promote awareness and accountability for internal controls through training and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Experience in a Big 4 or consulting environment focused on financial audit, internal controls (ICS/ICFR), and publicly listed companies is preferred.
• 4+ years of experience in ICFR, internal controls, audit, risk management, or finance governance.
• Solid knowledge of financial reporting risks, control frameworks, compliance requirements, and governance practices.
• Experience with GRC tools; Workiva exposure is a plus.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and present to senior leaders.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; Power BI and/or Visio knowledge is an advantage.
• CPA, CIA, or similar professional certification is desirable.
• Fluent in English; proficiency in German is considered an asset.