Accounting Manager

Are you ready to step into a dynamic role where your financial expertise fuels the energy of one of the world's most iconic brands? Do you want to be part of a team that celebrates victories as passionately as our athletes do?

We invite you to join the NIKE Controlling Team at our EMEA Headquarters in Hilversum (near Amsterdam), where innovation and diversity converge to create an environment like no other. As our Accounting Manager, you’ll harness your skills to drive success in a fast-paced, ever-evolving landscape at Nike.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

We are on the hunt for a seasoned accounting professional who can expertly navigate the complexities of corporate accounting. Your role will involve translating intricate business transactions into accurate, compliant accounting records while communicating effectively with cross-functional stakeholders.

A successful candidate will excel in managing complex accounting topics, lead transformational initiatives, and identify process optimization opportunities that elevate our team’s performance.

Join us at Nike, where your passion for finance meets a commitment to excellence, and together, we’ll push the boundaries of what’s possible!

Responsible for the accurate and timely execution of the corporate accounting function within a Geo for the specific income/spend type as applicable. For example, revenue, inventory, selling, general & admin expenses (SG&A) such as payroll, fixed assets, leases, close and consolidations, etc. Serves as the point of contact for business partners for accounting inquiries and resolves escalations

Responsibilities

Maintains documentation of corporate accounting policies, procedures, and controls as influenced by local requirements.
Reviews significant contracts to ensure accounting accuracy and appropriate accounting treatment, addressing any accounting implications.
Provides technical accounting guidance on complex transactions, including legal transactions, impairment, and investments
Leads methodology to account for reserves based on historical performance and business conditions.
Collaborates with business partners (e.g., FP&A) to review/analyze monthly actual results against forecast
Prepares, reviews, and approves manual journal entries (MJEs) related to specific income/spend type, and resolves complex
discrepancies and reconciliation issues.
Reviews and approves MJEs prepared by MSP (shared delivery partner)
Prepares, reviews, and approves reporting packages of corporate accounting activities within a Geo.
Supports and provides accounting guidance for new business models and transactions

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance,
Business, or related field
6+ years of experience in finance or accounting
Certified Public Accountant preferred (or local equivalent)
Technical accounting knowledge
Certified Public Accountant preferred (or local equivalent)

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