Execute tax accounting tasks as VAT postings, VAT accounts reconciliation. Analyze differences, evaluate possible risks in several areas through internal controls (e.g. invoice processing, cash flow) and support on accounting and tax requests. Key Responsibilities: Perform daily activities such as VAT postings, including VAT reclaim and clearing VAT accounts Check differences between amounts declared and posted on SAP (e.g. Balance Sheet Reconciliation) Support on audit requests from business partners and tax authorities Perform and define internal controls for tax risk assessment Identify the improvement opportunities and support their implementation Support the team on ongoing projects for the implementation of technology solutions Support requests from partner Finance departments and other teams within GBS center Establish and maintain strong financial controls over the work performed Key Relationships: Local Finance Team GBS center teams Process Owners Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : Experience in Taxes Experience in SAP is an advantage Experience is Shared Service environment is an advantage Ability to read, write and communicate in English in a business setting Ability to pay close attention to detail and high degree of customer orientation Problem solving and analytical skills Self-motivated and self-directed individual Availability to travel for periods of 1 to 3 weeks Requisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications: A bachelor’s or master’s degree with emphasis on the areas of business, economics, finance, fiscal, legal, or comparable professional education At least 2 years of experience in similar functions. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr