Lead, Close and Consolidations
Nike, Inc.
Beaverton, Oregon, United States, VT, 05401
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Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc. Team
NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world's best athletes. It is a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries and push out the edges of what can be. The company looks for people who can grow, think, dream and create. Its culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination. The brand seeks achievers, leaders and dreamers. At Nike, its about each person bringing skills and passion to an exciting and constantly evolving game.
Today, the opportunities for growth across NIKE, Inc.s business portfolio offer more potential than ever. NIKE Finance employees play a key role in that progress by identifying and capitalizing on opportunities to drive value for every NIKE shareholder. They strategize, forecast, audit, analyze, budget, research, and lead important decisions. Across NIKEs diverse geographies and businesses, Finance employees deliver far more than just the numbers.
Like any winning team, NIKE, Inc. relies on hardworking, committed individuals to thrive. Every day, the Corporate Accounting team strives to bring value to the Finance function through delivering relevant, timely, and accurate financial information so that leadership may understand how NIKE is performing and make strategic business decisions.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Were looking for a Lead, Close and Consolidations to join NIKEs Corporate Accounting team within Global Controlling and contribute to the monthly/quarterly/yearly close and consolidation process, financial reporting and external/internal audits, as well as relevant projects. The candidate needs to have an understanding of accounting and US GAAP, analytical/critical thinking skills with attention to detail to be able to link financial results to operational performance drivers, an open, receptive communication style and collaborative approach to work and problem solving with key partners.
WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON
If this is you, youll be working with the Global Close and Consolidations team and will contribute to the preparation of the consolidated worldwide financial statements. You will be reviewing consolidation entries, account analyses, supporting schedules and financial calculations for all reporting cycles. This includes assisting in the preparation and review of related footnote disclosures and supporting detail schedules for the companys Annual Report (financial documents, footnotes, financial summaries, graphs, MD&A, etc.) and SEC filings (Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, Proxy) as well as performing related SOX controls. You will take a lead role in reviewing the Consolidated Cash Flow Statement and Consolidated Balance Sheet, including taking part in relevant coordination with subject matter experts who provide inputs. You will work closely with cross-functional partners on specific projects supporting the launch of our financial reporting solution of the future Additionally, you will work to identify and implement operational improvement initiatives and prepare ad hoc financial analysis as required for Management and in support of financial reporting requirements.
WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH
In this role, you will report to the Director, Close and Consolidations and lead individuals working closely with teams across Controlling, including Global and Geography Controlling teams and External Reporting, to ensure financial data is submitted accurately and timely. Additionally, your role will involve partnering with teams across the Finance function including Global Tax, Treasury, Technology, Master Data, and Global Business Planning to discuss and resolve accounting issues to ensure proper recording and reporting. You will also work with external/internal auditors in planning and reviewing year-end and interim audit requirements.
WHAT YOU BRING
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting (Masters Degree preferred)
5+ years of accounting experience, ideally a mix of public accounting and industry experience
CPA preferred
Strong understanding of US GAAP accounting and finance, and external audit requirements
2+ years of SAP financial and accounting reporting systems/applications experience preferred
High standards for quality and the ability to handle multiple, competing priorities and requests
Solid Microsoft Office and advanced Excel skills
Ability to take initiative and be a self-starter
Strong analytical/critical thinking skills with attention to detail to be able to link financial results to operational performance drivers
A strong, open, receptive communication style and collaborative approach to work and problem solving
Ability to work independently and in a diverse group
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability to share ideas and develop effective responses to a higher management audience
Ability to exercise a high degree of professionalism, skepticism and confidentiality
NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world's best athletes. It is a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries and push out the edges of what can be. The company looks for people who can grow, think, dream and create. Its culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination. The brand seeks achievers, leaders and dreamers. At Nike, its about each person bringing skills and passion to an exciting and constantly evolving game.
Today, the opportunities for growth across NIKE, Inc.s business portfolio offer more potential than ever. NIKE Finance employees play a key role in that progress by identifying and capitalizing on opportunities to drive value for every NIKE shareholder. They strategize, forecast, audit, analyze, budget, research, and lead important decisions. Across NIKEs diverse geographies and businesses, Finance employees deliver far more than just the numbers.
Like any winning team, NIKE, Inc. relies on hardworking, committed individuals to thrive. Every day, the Corporate Accounting team strives to bring value to the Finance function through delivering relevant, timely, and accurate financial information so that leadership may understand how NIKE is performing and make strategic business decisions.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Were looking for a Lead, Close and Consolidations to join NIKEs Corporate Accounting team within Global Controlling and contribute to the monthly/quarterly/yearly close and consolidation process, financial reporting and external/internal audits, as well as relevant projects. The candidate needs to have an understanding of accounting and US GAAP, analytical/critical thinking skills with attention to detail to be able to link financial results to operational performance drivers, an open, receptive communication style and collaborative approach to work and problem solving with key partners.
WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON
If this is you, youll be working with the Global Close and Consolidations team and will contribute to the preparation of the consolidated worldwide financial statements. You will be reviewing consolidation entries, account analyses, supporting schedules and financial calculations for all reporting cycles. This includes assisting in the preparation and review of related footnote disclosures and supporting detail schedules for the companys Annual Report (financial documents, footnotes, financial summaries, graphs, MD&A, etc.) and SEC filings (Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, Proxy) as well as performing related SOX controls. You will take a lead role in reviewing the Consolidated Cash Flow Statement and Consolidated Balance Sheet, including taking part in relevant coordination with subject matter experts who provide inputs. You will work closely with cross-functional partners on specific projects supporting the launch of our financial reporting solution of the future Additionally, you will work to identify and implement operational improvement initiatives and prepare ad hoc financial analysis as required for Management and in support of financial reporting requirements.
WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH
In this role, you will report to the Director, Close and Consolidations and lead individuals working closely with teams across Controlling, including Global and Geography Controlling teams and External Reporting, to ensure financial data is submitted accurately and timely. Additionally, your role will involve partnering with teams across the Finance function including Global Tax, Treasury, Technology, Master Data, and Global Business Planning to discuss and resolve accounting issues to ensure proper recording and reporting. You will also work with external/internal auditors in planning and reviewing year-end and interim audit requirements.
WHAT YOU BRING
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting (Masters Degree preferred)
5+ years of accounting experience, ideally a mix of public accounting and industry experience
CPA preferred
Strong understanding of US GAAP accounting and finance, and external audit requirements
2+ years of SAP financial and accounting reporting systems/applications experience preferred
High standards for quality and the ability to handle multiple, competing priorities and requests
Solid Microsoft Office and advanced Excel skills
Ability to take initiative and be a self-starter
Strong analytical/critical thinking skills with attention to detail to be able to link financial results to operational performance drivers
A strong, open, receptive communication style and collaborative approach to work and problem solving
Ability to work independently and in a diverse group
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability to share ideas and develop effective responses to a higher management audience
Ability to exercise a high degree of professionalism, skepticism and confidentiality