Riyadh Sr_ Specialist Accountant

Job description

We strive to be the world’s leading sports brand and we’re looking for pioneers and visionaries to help shape that journey. Sport never stands still and neither do we. At adidas, you're not just getting a job; you're stepping into a role where your impact is global and your individuality is celebrated. Champions aren’t only found on the field. Join a brand where ambition, innovation, and teamplay fuel everything that we do. We seek people who connect deeply with our brand and bring their passion to work every single day. JOB PURPOSE Support accurate financial reporting by managing accounting activities and ensuring the integrity of retail sales, cash, card, and settlement reconciliations. Drive efficient processes, strong financial controls, and compliance with Group policies and local regulations. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • 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 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. QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Professional certification is a plus. • Minimum 4 years of accounting experience, preferably within retail or consumer goods. • 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. adidas celebrates diversity, supports inclusiveness and encourages individual expression in our workplace. We do not tolerate the harassment or discrimination toward any of our applicants or employees. We are an equal opportunity employer. AT ADIDAS WE HAVE A WINNING CULTURE. BUT TO WIN, PHYSICAL POWER IS NOT ENOUGH. JUST LIKE ATHLETES OUR EMPLOYEES NEED MENTAL STRENGTH IN THEIR GAME. WE FOSTER THE ATHLETE’S MINDSET THROUGH A SET OF BEHAVIORS THAT WE WANT TO ENABLE AND DEVELOP IN OUR PEOPLE AND THAT ARE AT THE CORE OF OUR UNIQUE COMPANY CULTURE: THIS IS HOW WE WIN WHILE PLAYING FAIR. COURAGE: Speak up when you see an opportunity; step up when you see a need.. OWNERSHIP: Pick up the ball. Be proactive, take responsibility and follow-through. INNOVATION: Elevate to win. Be curious, test and learn new and better ways of doing things. TEAMPLAY: Win together. Work collaboratively and cultivate a shared mindset. INTEGRITY: Play by the rules. Hold yourself and others accountable to our company’s standards. RESPECT: Value all players. Display empathy, be inclusive and show dignity to all. At adidas, we strongly believe that embedding diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) into our culture and talent processes gives our employees a sense of belonging and our brand a real competitive advantage. – Culture Starts With People, It Starts With You – By recruiting talent and developing our people to reflect the rich diversity of our consumers and communities, we foster a culture of inclusion that engages our employees and authentically connects our brand with our consumers. Job Title: Sr. Specialist Accountant TEAM: Finance Location: Riyadh State: Country/Region: SA Contract Type: Full time Number: 550873 Date: Oct 22, 2026 Apply now » Find similar jobs: Home Search Jobs Imprint Legal Notice Privacy Notice Contact Opens in a new tab. Opens in a new tab. Opens in a new tab. THROUGH SPORT, WE HAVE THE POWER TO CHANGE LIVES. © 2026 adidas. All Rights Reserved.