Provides leadership and policy knowledge within Accounting at a manager level.

 

Manager:  Responsible for managing two or more supervisors, professionals and/or vocational employees who perform similar or related tasks.  Work is focused on short-term planning, operational effectiveness, and results. Generally makes decisions on work impacting own business unit and advises higher-level management on work issues of own unit and the impact on broader issues.  May also be responsible for applying advanced concepts, theories, principles, and practices.  

 

Functional Operations and Reporting - Leads team in the preparation of timely and insightful analysis of pertinent information to ensure integrity of financial information.   Ensures functional excellence in the fulfillment of core accountabilities.  Policy-related responsibilities primarily surround the execution of policy.

 

Administers timely and insightful analysis of financial balances and results to determine accuracy and compliance with GAAP and NIKE Accounting Policy.  Reviews work performed by team, prepares materials for review by higher levels.  Administers the account reconciliation process.  Advises on financial implications of business decisions.  Participates in system developments, including championing testing efforts.  Likely to be directly involved in managing or executing several special projects each year.

 

· Ensure accurate invoice posting as it relates to invoice terms, extensions and GL account codification

· Maximize cash availability by ensuring correct terms are used in all transactions

· Monitor weekly payment process to ensure all banking and other relevant information is correct

· Manage month end accrual process, which includes accurate and time required journal entries and completion of month end reconciliations on a timely basis

· Oversee T&E process to ensure employees are paid timely and consistent application of the corporate travel policy

· Coordinate with Converse Compliance on necessary changes to documented process for accounts payable

 

 

People Management - Manages employees and sets individual goals.  Coaches staff, supports development, and collaborates on hiring decisions, disciplinary actions, performance management, and recognition and rewards.  Resolves employee relations issues and supports diversity.  Builds team support.

 

 Internal Controls and Policies & Procedures - Utilizes advanced knowledge of accounting policies and procedures and key internal controls concepts.  Has familiarity with corporate policies and procedures.  Ensures such policies and procedures and controls are in place and are working effectively.  Resolves non-compliance and recommends improvements.  Also ensures policies and concepts are well understood throughout team.

4 year degree Business related field with emphasis in Finance and Accounting

 

Minimum 6 years extensive experience in accounting, as well as a minimum of 3 years of proven people management experience.

 

Technical:  Extensive knowledge of accounting, GAAP, and statutory requirements.

 

Communication/Language:  Strong verbal and written communication skills, including meeting facilitation and presentations. Ability to clearly articulate goals and objectives. Strong information seeking skills and drive to make things happen. Ability to understand challenges or underlying concerns, share ideas, and develop effective responses or elevate to higher management. Ability to work independently and cooperatively in a diverse group.  Ability to network and utilize internal and external resources.  Ability to exercise high degree of professionalism.

 

Management/Leadership (if applicable):  Understanding and application of managerial concepts and techniques in areas such as work planning, project management, delegating, coaching, mentoring, and evaluating.Demonstrated leadership in motivating employees and building team spirit and consensus.Ability to identify effective solutions, collaborate with peer managers, and motivate staff toward results.

 

6 years relevant experience with a Fortune 500/multi-national consumer products company.