Senior Accountant, Close and Consolidations

Nike•Beaverton, OR

About The Position

This role is for a Senior Accountant focused on Close and Consolidations at Nike. The individual will report to the Director, Close and Consolidations and collaborate with various Global Controlling teams, External Reporting, and other Finance partners (Tax, Treasury, Technology, Business Planning). The role also involves serving as a key contact for internal and external auditors. Nike is seeking an accounting professional with a strong foundation in financial reporting, consolidations, and audit support, who thrives in a fast-paced, global environment. The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP), strong attention to detail, and the ability to link financial outcomes to operational business drivers. They should be a proactive problem solver, capable of working independently and building cross-functional partnerships. Clear communication, sound professional judgment, and a collaborative approach are essential for navigating complex accounting matters. The candidate must be comfortable managing multiple priorities, improving processes, and delivering accurate, timely financial information for both management decision-making and external reporting.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training.
3+ years of experience with financial and accounting reporting systems, including SAP preferred.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Strong understanding of US GAAP, external audit processes, and financial reporting.

Nice To Haves

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and/or Master of Business Administration (MBA) preferred.

Responsibilities

Play a critical role in Nike’s Global Close and Consolidation process, ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of consolidated financial results.
Support financial reporting, audits, compliance activities, and process improvement initiatives while partnering with teams across Finance and Controlling.
Prepare consolidation entries, account analyses, supporting schedules, and financial calculations for monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting cycles.
Lead the monitoring, validation, and reconciliation of financial data within the consolidated reporting system to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Prepare and review supporting schedules and footnote disclosures for Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filings.
Perform key Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) control activities and support compliance requirements.
Own the preparation of the consolidated cash flow statement, coordinating closely with subject matter experts who provide critical inputs.
Partner with teams across Controlling, Tax, Treasury, Technology, Business Planning, and External Reporting to analyze transactions and resolve accounting issues.
Drive process improvement initiatives and deliver ad hoc financial analyses that support management decision-making and external reporting requirements.