Sr. Specialist Accountant

This role sits within the Finance team and exists to support accurate financial reporting by managing accounting activities and safeguarding the integrity of retail sales, cash, card, and settlement reconciliations. The position drives efficient processes, strong financial controls, and compliance with Group policies and local regulations. The holder works closely with key stakeholders to resolve discrepancies and supports audit, closing, and continuous improvement activities.

• Execute general accounting activities, including journal postings, accruals, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and fixed assets.
• Own end-to-end retail sales, cash, card, bank, and settlement reconciliations.
• Investigate and resolve reconciliation discrepancies in collaboration with key 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.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum 4 years of accounting experience.
• Experience in retail sales, cash, card, bank, and general ledger reconciliations.
• Good knowledge of IFRS, VAT, Tax, and local regulatory requirements.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent in English and Arabic.

• Professional certification is a plus.
• Accounting experience within retail or consumer goods is preferred.

Adidas strives to be the world's leading sports brand and is looking for pioneers and visionaries to help shape that journey. At adidas, employees step into a role where their impact is global and their individuality is celebrated, joining a brand where ambition, innovation, and teamplay fuel everything it does.