Sr. Specialist Accountant

About the Role

Adidas is seeking a Sr. Specialist Accountant to join their team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role is crucial for maintaining accurate financial reporting and ensuring the integrity of retail sales, cash, card, and settlement reconciliations. The specialist will contribute to efficient processes, strong financial controls, and compliance with Group policies and local regulations.

Job Purpose

The primary purpose of this role is to support accurate financial reporting by managing key accounting activities. This includes ensuring the integrity of various reconciliations and driving adherence to financial controls and compliance standards within the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute general accounting activities, including journal postings, accruals, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and fixed assets.
• Manage end-to-end retail sales, cash, card, bank, and settlement reconciliations.
• Investigate and resolve reconciliation discrepancies in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
• Ensure the accuracy and compliance of VAT, tax, and e-invoicing records.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and manage outstanding items.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities through accurate reconciliations and documentation.
• Manage fixed asset accounting and support lease accounting processes.
• Support internal, external, and statutory audits.
• Drive continuous improvement of accounting processes, controls, and compliance standards.

Experience and Qualifications

Candidates for the Sr. Specialist Accountant position should possess 2-5 years of relevant experience in accounting. The role requires a strong understanding of financial reporting, reconciliation processes, and compliance with financial regulations.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role involves working within a team to ensure financial accuracy and compliance across various accounting functions.

Application Process

Salary details for this position are not disclosed. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply.