Accountant

Reebok is a pioneer in the sporting goods industry with a rich and storied fitness heritage dating back to 1895. Reebok was founded on athletic footwear that changed the direction of sport. Since then, the art of outpacing expectation has brewed in the brand’s DNA. This is what fuels Reebok to break up boundaries and incite movement. And to make products that help others explore exactly what movement means to them. Reebok strives to deliver each and every athlete, from professionals to enthusiasts, with the opportunity, products and inspiration to reach their full potential. Reebok Classics leverage the brand’s fitness heritage and represent the roots of the brand in the sports lifestyle market. Reebok is an American-inspired global brand with headquarters in Boston, MA.

Purpose:

This accounting position is responsible for ensuring policy is followed and deadlines are met accurately and timely to ensure the integrity of the financial records.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support SAP data structures as needed by coding and validating data using system logic
• Assist with SAP implementation by reviewing data, validating information and developing processes
• Provide reporting related to sales tax and other taxes
• Research issues related to tax reporting
• Reconcile assets and liabilities related to inventory
• Research and problem solve inventory control issues
• Manage accurate and timely completion of all accounting close responsibilities
• Adjust any errors timely with the appropriate parties
• Identify and drive efficiencies and improve processes
• Participate in projects related to the process flows to improve errors
• Support accounting team by executing additional responsibilities and special projects, attend key meetings and report on findings from meetings
• Responsible for reconciliations with a clear understanding of the accounts
• Ensure accuracy and timely completion of month end tasks and balance sheet reconciliations identifying and escalating risks to manager
• Maintain effective, independent communication within team and business partners

Key Relationships:

• Reebok accounting team, controlling, IT, treasury, tax, related companies, operations, warehouse, transportation, external auditors, Reebok business and Reebok CFO

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Deadline driven, results-oriented, highly responsible and accountable, high integrity, strong work ethic and values
• Entrepreneurial and self-motivated attitude, ability to function independently and effectively in a self-directed environment, demonstrated teamwork skills, ability to work cross functionally
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, organizational skills, detail-oriented, and a high degree of accuracy are all essential
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills; good project management skills, innovative use of IT tools and new technology
• Adaptability and flexibility in a changing environment, good time management and ability to prioritize
• Strong accounting and analytical skills, thorough understanding of accounting processes, capability to apply or adapt processes to new situations
• Capable of performing detailed financial analysis
• Strong knowledge of SAP preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• 3 - 5 years experience in accounting
• Proficient SAP experience
• Proficient Excel skills

SPARC Group LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We value a culture of inclusion and diversity within our workforce, and are committed to maintaining a workplace free from prohibited employment conduct, including discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, domestic partner status, civil partnership, status as a covered veteran, status in the Uniformed Services of the United States, citizenship and any other characteristic protected by law (“Protected Characteristics”).

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