Purpose & Overall Relevance for the Organization: The main purpose of Accounting and Tax Department is to manage and monitor the accounting ledger in accordance with local GAAP and IFRS, managing differences between IRFS and local GAAP of Spain and Portugal. As well as prepare and deliver the local tax reporting to the respective authorities. Accounting plays an active role between Global Shared Service Centre (GBS), local Finance and other clients (internal and external)
The general purpose is to be a financial expert to the respective business partner by giving recommendations to enable and drive fact-based decision-making. These functions support the business to achieve fiscal targets.
We are a business partner providing support, guidance, and clarity to group tax for Spain. We support them in correctly reflecting the group business model, in line with the group tax guidance. This requires a detailed understanding of the market law and the Trading company, the creation and monitoring of adequate and effective policies and processes, correct and timely reporting as well as in-depth analyses combined with competent and professional business partnering.
Ensure tax compliance of adidas Spain and adidas International Trading AG (Permanent Establishment in Spain) through adequate analysis and accurate reporting.
Key Responsibilities: Key contact for Group Taxes with respect to local taxes (CIT, Withholding Tax, Local taxes, etc.). Main contact with the Public Administration (Hacienda Pública y Aduanas) regarding any inspection related to the company. Perform direct tax reporting to the authorities, support in external tax audits and ensure compliance to local regulations/legislation. Manage the communication between Market and GBS Organization with regards to taxes Manage R&D deductions as part of CIT declarations. Acting as an advisor to management on process excellence, scalability, and stronger assurance on critical projects with any fiscal impact. KPI's Accuracy and analysis of information provided to stakeholders. Absence of sanctions by the Tax / Customs Administration. % Positive results in Tax /Customs inspections. Quantitative feedback to business partners. Key Relationships: Main stakeholders/customers to be dealt with:
Internally Global Financial Shared Services (GBS) Group Taxes Group Accounting Group Policies & Internal Controls Global Profit Protection Group Internal Audit Legal & Compliance Externally Tax Authorities Customs Authorities Group Auditors Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :
Deep knowledge of Spain tax legislations. Analytical mindset; structured and methodical approach. Ability to accept, set and meet critical deadlines with good planning and organizing skills. Highly motivated team player with the ability to work independently. Understanding of the complexity, interactions, and dynamics within an international company Excellent knowledge of accounting principles and transfer pricing Ability to act proactively. Ability to maintain high level of integrity and ethics. Deep business understanding of processes and structure. Good communication and influencing skills; able to communicate clearly to deliver information and recommendations. Ability to maneuver in consistently challenging environment. Ability to operate cross-functionally and understanding of external business drivers. Competent user in Microsoft Power Point and Expert in Microsoft Excel. Strong knowledge in ERP systems (SAP) and reporting tools. Requisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications: University degree in Economy, Accounting or Business Administration. Master's degree in finance management or Accounting, MBA, or similar would-be a plus. Minimum of 5 years working experience in the respective area in a multinational environment. Fluent Spanish and English (oral and in writing). Experience in daily tax management in a Spanish big company will be a plus. 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. 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.
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