Manager Finance Solution

The Finance Solution (FSA) stream is one of several global streams responsible for designing and implementing end-to-end services and solutions as Global Process Owner (GPO), driving innovation to secure operational and timely processing across GBS centres in line with global accounting standards and other regulatory requirements. As part of the GPO team within Corporate Services, the role collaborates with multiple stakeholders to define the current and future state of adidas business and its processes, identify risks and opportunities, suggest mitigation strategies and drive towards technology solutions. The remit covers end-to-end intercompany trade processes, inventory accounting, standard cost price calculation, cross-functional financial reporting integration such as sales and margin reporting, and finance solution architecture and consultancy for cross-functional processes.

• Own assigned FSA end-to-end processes and act as the global subject matter expert, providing process, accounting, data and technology expertise to GBS Operations, Markets and relevant Finance stakeholders.
• Analyse, design and implement end-to-end process improvements across FSA, related streams and markets, driving standardisation, harmonisation and automation in line with the 6-2-1 methodology.
• Lead and execute FSA transformation initiatives, including gap assessments, process changes and medium-sized projects, ensuring delivery within agreed scope, quality and business requirements and supporting sustainable adoption.
• Shape and execute the FSA technology and methodology roadmap, contributing to tool selection and enabling implementation, adoption and upskilling for solutions such as PaPM, costing and AI-enabled tools.
• Identify improvement opportunities through process and variance analysis, translate stakeholder requirements into options and recommendations, and facilitate fact-based decisions that drive continuous improvement.
• Drive standardised data management and master-data processes, improve data quality, and provide FSA expertise to resolve data-related issues and implement sustainable improvements.
• Translate Group Finance Manual, IFRS and other applicable accounting requirements into operational FSA processes, contribute to policies and process guidelines, and ensure consistent global process guidance and compliance.
• Support the design and effectiveness of internal controls within FSA processes, identify control improvement opportunities and facilitate implementation with relevant stakeholders.
• Support standardised reporting, KPIs and service-performance measurement with Delivery Excellence, ensuring transparency of quality, timeliness, compliance and productivity against GBS priorities, OKRs and SLAs.
• Partner with GBS operations, Corporate Finance, Management and market Finance to understand requirements, resolve complex process issues and communicate analysis, recommendations, decisions and change impacts effectively.
• Apply critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities to evaluate complex business challenges, identify opportunities for simplification, and drive innovative, scalable solutions through strong partnership and collaboration across functions.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, IT, or a related field; equivalent education and experience will also be considered.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant work experience in finance functions.
• Strong understanding of accounting and financial processes, including IFRS principles.
• Experience in data management.
• Understanding of the regional and global market landscape and the respective customers.
• Proven project management experience.
• Strong understanding of Global Business Services (GBS) or Shared Services environments.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end process design and finance operations.
• Deep knowledge of SAP FI/CO modules.
• Good understanding of SAP SD and MM processes.
• Experience in process mapping, process governance, standardisation, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Knowledge of procurement, travel and expense, inventory accounting, and financial reporting processes.
• Experience with data management, analytics, and reporting solutions.
• Strong project management and organisational skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

• Experience within Shared Services, GBS organisations, or multinational environments is preferred.

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