Financial Analyst

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.

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 manage accounting and reporting for Nike's multi-billion-dollar global investment portfolio, debt and equity instruments, and other Treasury activities. They strategize, forecast, audit, analyze, budget, research and lead important decisions. Across Nike's diverse geographies and businesses, Finance employees deliver far more than just the numbers.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for a financial analyst who is passionate about process excellence and driving effencies in our FP&A and Purchasing COE team! This person is a self-motivated, strategic problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment with the ability to prioritize projects. This person believes in the Nike creed- 'There Is No Finish Line'. No matter the process there is always room for improvement. This person will help identify and support those opportunities and organize the necessary resources to transform the process.

WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON

As part of the Innovation FP&A team you will be integral to managing the investment into Nike Innovation. This will entail participating in and being an escalation point for the Purchasing Integrity Center of Excellence as well as supporting the centralized reporting, data management and monthly/annual milestone processes. Some of the key deliverables would be to handle spend request processing, purchase order execution, and invoice administration; Co-Manage aspects of monthly close process including but not limited to the PO accrual process and/or Wage Allocation; Utilize Nike procurement, financial, and accounting software systems such as Coupa, Glue, Aravo, SAP, Contract Central, FLEX, IBM; Creating templates to ensure efficient SG&A management across Nike Innovation; Assist with special projects and reports as needed.

WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH

This role will work closely across the Innovation team members including Project Managers and Directors to align on strategy as it pertains to spend and ensure that all purchases are accounted for to enable accurate forecasting. This role will partner closely with Procurement, Legal, Finance, GBP and Controlling.

WHAT YOU BRING

- Bachelor's Degree or higher in Finance or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience

- Excellent organizational, written and communication skills

- Demonstrated proficiency in using Microsoft Office tools, with strong Excel skills

- Proven ability and desire to solve problems and look for opportunities for improvement

- Demonstrated experience with contract and vendor management, tracking contract deliverables, maintaining project documentation and artifacts, and performing procurement activities.

- Experience with and interest in business software and analysis tools (SAP or other ERP system a plus)

- Ability to learn new systems and understand the transition of data across multiple systems

- Strong interpersonal skills in order to deal effectively with varied internal clients, management groups and external vendors

- Experience working in a fast-paced environment

- Self-directed and comfortable working in ambiguous environments

- At least 2 years of experience in similar role with Nike specific procurement processes, administration, terminology, features of the software systems are highly preferred.

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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.