Senior Accountant, Close and Consolidations

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

You will report to the Director, Close and Consolidations and partner across Global Controlling, including Global and Geography Controlling teams and External Reporting. This role also collaborates with Finance partners in Tax, Treasury, Technology, and Business Planning, while serving as a key contact for internal and external auditors.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Nike is looking for an accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced, global environment and brings a strong foundation in financial reporting, consolidations, and audit support. The ideal candidate demonstrates deep knowledge of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP), strong attention to detail, and the ability to connect financial outcomes to operational business drivers. They are a proactive problem solver who can independently drive work forward while building trusted partnerships across functions.

Success in this role requires clear communication, sound professional judgment, and a collaborative approach to navigating complex accounting matters. The candidate should be comfortable managing multiple priorities, improving processes, and delivering accurate, timely financial information that supports 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.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and/or Master of Business Administration (MBA) preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP, external audit processes, and financial reporting.

WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON

You will play a critical role in Nike’s Global Close and Consolidation process, ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of consolidated financial results. You’ll 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.

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 .

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 an equal opportunity employer. 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.