PUPROSE

The Manager (Treasury and Legal Entity Reporting) position is responsible for the complete and accurate accounting and forecasting of cash flow and Treasury topics for all NAM (US & Canada). Additionally, this role will be a vital collaborator in the derivation and presentation of key components of the balance sheet and income statement reviews. Furthermore, this position will play a key role in providing reporting expertise across the NAM balance sheet, P&L and cash flow statements. This position will ensure compliance with the Group Finance Manual and IFRS requirements and act as a trusted contact to both internal and external business partners on a regular basis.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage the preparation and review of bank and cash flow reconciliations as part of the monthly close process to ensure the Company’s financial records are accurate. Key NAM contributor to the Global Treasury team in Herzogenaurach, Germany, acting as a liaison between HQ and the NAM Finance department. Monitoring adidas NAM cash balances, forecasting cash inflows/outflows and making recommendations as to the optimal use of cash while adhering to internal controls and compliance standards. Participate in work streams or medium-to-large-sized projects or key initiatives as part of the Treasury and Legal Reporting team. Perform relevant reporting tasks and assignments deemed necessary by management. Collaborate with team leads to create and actively participate in a comprehensive job rotation program across NAM Corporate Finance. 

KEY RELATIONSHIPS

Global Treasury Team Finance Team: WHS/Retail/eCom Group Accounting NAM Accounting GBS 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Must 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. Must possess above average oral and written communication skills and be able to effectively communicate with both financial and operational business partners. Must be extremely proactive, have strong initiative and be self-motivated. High integrity, ethics, and strong values; excellent organizational skills, detailed oriented, and a high degree of accuracy are all essential. Proactive problem-solving skills; strong decision-making skills; innovative use of IT tools and new technologies; good time management and priority setting skills required. Must have strong accounting and analytical skills. Extensive experience with SAP/COPA as well as the underlying transactions driving systematic recording of sales, cost of sales, expense and cash payments.

REQUISITE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE (MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS)

University degree in finance, accounting or business OR equivelant combination of education and experience; CPA designation desired. Minimum 5-7 years experience in accounting or finance. Experience with Treasury management topics and cash flow implications. Advanced SAP, COUPA, Ariba and Excel skills strongly preferred.