Senior Accountant

PurposeThe senior accountant position is responsible for in-depth analysis and recording of accounting topics that require experience and knowledge to find solutions and ensure the integrity of the financial records. This role will primarily concentrate on the Direct To Consumer (DTC) business within the US operations. Furthermore, this role will act as an interlink between our GBS teams globally along with various business & finance functions in the US.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport the monthly, quarterly and annual financial statement closeAssist in the preparation of external audit requests and annual internal tax package reportingPrepare and review general ledger account reconciliations with analysis to ensure the Company's financial records are accurateSupport accurate, on time results reporting to Group AccountingProvide accounting perspective and assistance on IT/Business development projectsIdentify, implement, and/or support process improvements in the role's areas of responsibility, as well as those on the team levelCollaborate with Global Business Shared Services and Local Accounting on ad hoc accounting projects as requiredIdentify, implement, and/or support process improvements in the role's areas of responsibility, as well as those on the team levelDevelop process guides for defined areas to ensure standardized execution of tasksProvide accounting expertise and support to other business & finance functions here in the USSupport the sales and margin area on ad hoc projects and requestsSupport the Direct-to-consumer (DTC) sales and margin area and support business partners and GBSSupport the Direct-to-consumer (DTC) inventory area on ad hoc project and requests

Key RelationshipsGlobal Business Shared ServicesFinancial Planning and ReportingInternal and External AuditorsTax TeameCom and Retail commercial finance teamsIT Team

Knowledge Skills and AbilitiesMust be adaptable, flexible, and able to deal with ambiguity in an ever-changing environment while maintaining a positive attitude and working collaboratively within the team.Must be deadline driven, results-oriented, highly responsible and accountable, and possess excellent oral and written communication skills.Must be extremely proactive, have strong initiative and be self-motivated. High integrity, ethics and strong values; excellent organizational skills, detail-orientation, and a high degree of accuracy are all essential.Good problem-solving skills; strong decision-making skills; innovative use of IT tools and new technology; and good time management and priority setting skills required.Must have strong accounting and analytical skills

Requisite Education and Experience / Minimum QualificationsEducation:Bachelor's degree in Accounting or FinanceExperience:3+ years' experience in Accounting or FinanceFamiliarity with SAP and other relevant Adidas Accounting systems preferred