Senior Specialist FP&A

Purpose & Overall Relevance for the Organization:

Retail Finance is responsible for financial forecasting, budgeting, analysis, performance management, consolidation processes, controlling the full P&L for the Retail Channel, and provides tailored key performance indicators for performance management.

The FP&A Senior Specialist plays a key role in supporting financial planning and analysis within Retail FP&A in Emerging Marketing Central. This individual will work closely with the FP&A Manager and other teams to provide insightful financial analysis, reporting, and budgeting. The position requires a proactive approach to identifying opportunities for operational efficiency and profitability improvements, while ensuring alignment with Adidas’s overall financial goals and strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Planning and Forecasting:
  • Assist in the preparation and consolidation of annual budgets, forecasts, and financial plans.
  • Prepare monthly financial forecasts in collaboration with the business teams, providing detailed analysis of performance vs. budget and prior periods.
  • Support the development of long-term financial models and strategic initiatives.
• Financial Reporting and Analysis:
  • Perform financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and potential areas for improvement in revenue, costs, and profitability.
  • Prepare regular management reports and presentations, including KPI tracking, variance analysis, and business performance reviews.
  • Evaluate financial performance and provide actionable insights to support decision-making.
• Ad-Hoc Analysis & Business Support:
  • Provide ad-hoc financial analysis as required to support various business decisions.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., Real Estate, Store Development, Retail Operations teams) to ensure financial targets are aligned with business objectives.

KPI’s:

• Monthly management reports (update & analysis)
• Accuracy of actual reporting and forecasts validation
• Feedback from key stakeholders

Key Requirements:

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in FP&A or financial analysis roles, preferably in a multinational or retail environment.
  • Strong knowledge of financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
  • Previous experience working in an international company is a plus.
• Skills & Competencies:
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling.
  • Experience with financial reporting systems (e.g., SAP, PowerBI).
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and provide insights.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact with senior management and cross-functional teams.
  • Strong attention to detail, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines.
  • Proactive, self-driven, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment.
• Language Skills:
  • Fluency in English (written and spoken) is required.