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Global Accounting Operations Lead Job in Beaverton, VT
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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 visionaries. At Nike, it’s about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.
The Nike, Inc. Finance, Strategic Planning and Procurement teams play a key role in fueling the growth of Nike, Inc. Finance identifies opportunities and catalyzes action to drive value for every Nike shareholder. Strategic Planning helps write the future of the business by charting Nike’s path forward. Nike Procurement maximizes the value of the company’s investments in external resources and secures the best supplier relationships to drive business success. Across Nike’s diverse geographies and businesses, the teams’ unwavering commitment to excellence keeps the company one step ahead of the competition.
DescriptionNike’s Global Controlling organization is currently developing and deploying an in-house department that will deliver accounting operations processes across North America and Global business units. Global Accounting Operations is a shared delivery team which will execute record-to-report and financial close functions for stakeholders across the company, helping to streamline, standardize and drive efficiencies. As we build out the foundation for our global operating model, we are looking for experienced professional accountants who are able to provide analytical and critical thinking insights for ad hoc projects, support intercompany financial deliverables and drive processing and results based on agreed upon performance metrics and client service level agreements. Our accountants will be champions of the shared delivery vision, supporting the implementation of process optimization practices while also delivering on required accounting excellence. Candidates will be well-versed in financial close processes and GAAP accounting, helping to ensure our practices are in-line with control and policy requirements. They’ll be dynamic in their ability to define new opportunities within shared delivery for enhancement while also collaborating with business partners to identify new opportunities for support. We are looking for passionate, driven individuals who can help be a part of establishing a critical organization for a Fortune 500 multinational organization.•Ensures work output and quality of the services meet stakeholder expectations and are in line with agreed KPIs/SLAs.•Prepares management reporting, variance analyses, and analytical tools. Researches financial anomalies and makes corrections as necessary. Escalates variances/issues for management attention. •Reviews, analyzes, reconciles, and interprets financial results in lower risk areas with customer/business managers•Maintains a basic understanding of financial systems and data elements related to assigned accounting processes•Performs internal controls as assigned. Monitors compliance of processes, transactions, and balances with accounting and finance policies•Provides feedback and suggestions to management on where process efficiencies can be gained•Participates in the monthly financial statement close for assigned shared services processes. Executes against Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as assigned•Supports Intercompany Accountings for NA/WHQ company codes with ownership of the following:oReconciliation of Intercompany AccountsoResearch and resolve Intercompany charge disputesoPrepare and/or review Intercompany journal entries for compliance against policyoParticipate in monthly consolidated closeoLead responsibilities to guide and assist the team•Provide Best-Practice insights/leadership over Intercompany Accounting processes•Act as a champion for the shared delivery vision, mission, and strategy•Participate in policy development and functional discussions/initiatives•Utilize advanced knowledge of accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to maintain a risk-optimized environment•Manage the day to day maintenance activities for assigned tools (as applicable)Qualifications•Bachelor’s Degree•CPA preferred.•2-4 years with a National public accounting firm.•2-4 years with a Fortune 500/multi-national consumer products company preferred.•Minimum 3-4 years of Intercompany Accounting experience with a Fortune 500/multi-national company•SAP experience.•Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to effectively communicate status, issues, and risks with leadership team. •MS Office and advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP functions, etc.). •Customer service and cross-functional interpersonal skills. •Deep operational process subject matter expertise. •Consistent attention to detail.•Process optimization background (LEAN, Six Sigma, etc.) preferred. NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for professional development. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanizing mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world.
NIKE, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.
Job ID 00416621
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 visionaries. At Nike, it’s about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.
The Nike, Inc. Finance, Strategic Planning and Procurement teams play a key role in fueling the growth of Nike, Inc. Finance identifies opportunities and catalyzes action to drive value for every Nike shareholder. Strategic Planning helps write the future of the business by charting Nike’s path forward. Nike Procurement maximizes the value of the company’s investments in external resources and secures the best supplier relationships to drive business success. Across Nike’s diverse geographies and businesses, the teams’ unwavering commitment to excellence keeps the company one step ahead of the competition.
DescriptionNike’s Global Controlling organization is currently developing and deploying an in-house department that will deliver accounting operations processes across North America and Global business units. Global Accounting Operations is a shared delivery team which will execute record-to-report and financial close functions for stakeholders across the company, helping to streamline, standardize and drive efficiencies. As we build out the foundation for our global operating model, we are looking for experienced professional accountants who are able to provide analytical and critical thinking insights for ad hoc projects, support intercompany financial deliverables and drive processing and results based on agreed upon performance metrics and client service level agreements. Our accountants will be champions of the shared delivery vision, supporting the implementation of process optimization practices while also delivering on required accounting excellence. Candidates will be well-versed in financial close processes and GAAP accounting, helping to ensure our practices are in-line with control and policy requirements. They’ll be dynamic in their ability to define new opportunities within shared delivery for enhancement while also collaborating with business partners to identify new opportunities for support. We are looking for passionate, driven individuals who can help be a part of establishing a critical organization for a Fortune 500 multinational organization.•Ensures work output and quality of the services meet stakeholder expectations and are in line with agreed KPIs/SLAs.•Prepares management reporting, variance analyses, and analytical tools. Researches financial anomalies and makes corrections as necessary. Escalates variances/issues for management attention. •Reviews, analyzes, reconciles, and interprets financial results in lower risk areas with customer/business managers•Maintains a basic understanding of financial systems and data elements related to assigned accounting processes•Performs internal controls as assigned. Monitors compliance of processes, transactions, and balances with accounting and finance policies•Provides feedback and suggestions to management on where process efficiencies can be gained•Participates in the monthly financial statement close for assigned shared services processes. Executes against Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as assigned•Supports Intercompany Accountings for NA/WHQ company codes with ownership of the following:oReconciliation of Intercompany AccountsoResearch and resolve Intercompany charge disputesoPrepare and/or review Intercompany journal entries for compliance against policyoParticipate in monthly consolidated closeoLead responsibilities to guide and assist the team•Provide Best-Practice insights/leadership over Intercompany Accounting processes•Act as a champion for the shared delivery vision, mission, and strategy•Participate in policy development and functional discussions/initiatives•Utilize advanced knowledge of accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to maintain a risk-optimized environment•Manage the day to day maintenance activities for assigned tools (as applicable)Qualifications•Bachelor’s Degree•CPA preferred.•2-4 years with a National public accounting firm.•2-4 years with a Fortune 500/multi-national consumer products company preferred.•Minimum 3-4 years of Intercompany Accounting experience with a Fortune 500/multi-national company•SAP experience.•Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to effectively communicate status, issues, and risks with leadership team. •MS Office and advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP functions, etc.). •Customer service and cross-functional interpersonal skills. •Deep operational process subject matter expertise. •Consistent attention to detail.•Process optimization background (LEAN, Six Sigma, etc.) preferred. NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for professional development. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanizing mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world.
NIKE, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.
Job ID 00416621