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 visionaries. At NIKE, Inc. it’s about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.
WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH
This position will report to NIKE’s Director of External Reporting. The role will work cross functionally with our Investor Relations, Legal and Finance counterparts to manage the quarterly earnings release process. You will also partner with other Controlling teammates to work through accounting matters and understand their impacts to our external filings.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
As the external financial reporting environment continues to evolve, the ideal candidate has a strong foundation in US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements with a proven ability to drive results with multiple stakeholder groups. The ideal candidate will have a growth mindset, ability to navigate change and a collaborative communication approach.
You bring:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field, or a combination of relevant experience, education, and training
- Minimum 6 years work experience in Accounting, Finance or related functions
- CPA required
- Public accounting experience preferred
- SEC registrant experience is a plus
- Strong understanding of US GAAP, accounting principles and financial statement analysis
- Confirmed ability to identify, research and resolve accounting issues
- Experience with international transactions in a large, multinational consumer products company
- Strong project management skills
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Cross-functional approach with teams from all functions around the organization
- High standards for quality and attention to detail
- Strong proficiency with Excel, Outlook, and Word
- SAP experience preferred
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON
You will coordinate and lead aspects of the preparation of NIKE’s quarterly and annual SEC filings. Validation and preparation of quarterly earnings release information in accordance with US GAAP and SEC regulations will be a critical part of this role. In partnership with the technical accounting department, you will research and resolve various technical accounting issues related to external reporting. You will ensure compliance with SOX 404 for internal controls over corporate financial reporting. You will also maintain appropriate industry expertise and technical knowledge to be used in effective communication and partnership with key stakeholders.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees and job applicants. We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed. If you discover, as you navigate our application process, that you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form.
OUR HIRING GAME PLAN
01 Apply
Our teams are made up of diverse skillsets, knowledge bases, inputs, ideas and backgrounds. We want you to find your fit – review job descriptions, departments and teams to discover the role for you.
02 Meet a Recruiter or Take an Assessment
If selected for a corporate role, a recruiter will reach out to start your interview process and be your main contact throughout the process. For retail roles, you’ll complete an interactive assessment that includes a chat and quizzes and takes about 10-20 minutes to complete. No matter the role, we want to learn about you – the whole you – so don’t shy away from how you approach world-class service and what makes you unique.
03 Interview
Go into this stage confident by doing your research, understanding what we are looking for and being prepared for questions that are set up to learn more about you, and your background.
