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      <title>Finance- retail Pricing analyst - EMEA Headquarters, Hilversum, NL, Netherlands</title>
      <description>&lt;b&gt;Main tasks&lt;/b&gt;
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&lt;b&gt;&lt;u&gt;Mission:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/u&gt;
To manage, maintain and co-ordinate the NRBV Retail costing and pricing process to ensure the correct values have been provided for all NRBV store concepts.

&lt;b&gt;&lt;u&gt;Responsibilities:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/u&gt;

&lt;u&gt;Pricing and costing maintenance:&lt;/u&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Work closely with the GMM pricing teams to ensure they price within the agreed timelines and monitor the integrity of final pricing and costing information in IP.&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;u&gt;NRBV Inline stores:&lt;/u&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Pre seasonal item master reconciliation ? after the item master has been set up in IP, but before IP / SAP contract creation ? between IP cost prices and SAP wholesale prices and between RRP and PLU prices in both systems. Discrepancies are followed up and resolved by the GMM buying teams.
&lt;li&gt;Pre seasonal contract reconciliation ? after IP / SAP contract creation, but before the PO call offs are created ? between the IP PO contracts and SAP contracts for cost prices, discounts and wholesale prices. Discrepancies are followed up and resolved by the GMM buying teams.&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;u&gt;NRBV NFS stores:&lt;/u&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Pre seasonal item master reconciliation ? after the item master has been set up in IP, but before IP / SAP contract creation ? between IP cost prices and SAP wholesale prices and between RRP and PLU prices in both systems. Discrepancies are followed up and resolved by the GMM buying teams. 
&lt;li&gt;Periodic contract reconciliation ? after IP / SAP contract creation, but before the PO call offs are created ? between the IP PO contracts and SAP contracts for cost prices, discounts and wholesale prices. Discrepancies are followed up and resolved by the GMM buying teams.&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;u&gt;Trouble shooting:&lt;/u&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Run periodic reports to identify missing cost prices, PLUs and RRPs: Missing data is followed up and resolved by the GMM buying teams. 
&lt;li&gt;Run periodic reports to identify GTINs with RRP and PLU are below cost price: Wrong prices are followed up and resolved by the GMM buying teams. Justification is required from GMM buying teams in case GTINs can be sold below cost. Inventory obsolescence is determined on reliable pricing and costing data. 
&lt;li&gt;Gross margin analysis - work closely together with the IC and SA teams to identify cost price failures: Cost price failures are followed up and resolved by the GMM buying teams. Cost price failures and financial impact on Inventory on hand balances are followed up by the IC and SA teams.
&lt;li&gt;Run store price override reports and analyze data: Identify overrides due to incorrect procedure and direct to store and Retail Operations.&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;u&gt;Financial integrity, controllership &amp;#38; internal controls:&lt;/u&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Work Retail Finance, GMM and IT department to develop and maintain a stable pricing system. 
&lt;li&gt;Ensure policies, procedures and controls are in place and are working effectively
&lt;li&gt;Resolves non-compliance and recommends improvements.&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;u&gt;Ad hoc requests:&lt;/u&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Supplying various product/price analyses to other Retail departments. 
&lt;li&gt;Support the Retail franchise organization with gross margin analysis
&lt;li&gt;Support on ad hoc financial close tasks
&lt;li&gt;Lead, initiate and membership of x-functional projects, which impacts margin management within the costing &amp;#38; pricing area.&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;b&gt;&lt;u&gt;Requirements:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/u&gt;

Education: Business or Marking degree on HBO level. 

Experience: Min. 3 years in comparable Retail or Finance multi-store environment. Exposure to complexities of doing business in an international, multi-currency environment within a complex and constantly changing financial and business reporting structure. 

Systems: Microsoft skills of which. Excel, Powepoint and Access are essential. ERP knowledge is required, experience with SAP and Business Warehouse is a plus

Languages: Fluent in English. Both written and spoken.</description>
      <link>http://nike.jobpartners.com/jpapps/nike/jobs/jobview.jsp?fromoutside=xml&amp;requestno=RQ00039424</link>
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      <title>Testing S.Africa - South Africa, South Africa</title>
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      <link>http://nike.jobpartners.com/jpapps/nike_cemea/jobs/jobview.jsp?fromoutside=xml&amp;requestno=RQ00039679</link>
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      <title>Procurement - EMEA Procurement Director - EMEA Headquarters, Hilversum, NL, Netherlands</title>
      <description>&lt;b&gt;Main tasks&lt;/b&gt;
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&lt;b&gt;&lt;u&gt;Mission:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/u&gt;

Provide strategic direction and business leadership at EMEA level for Indirect Procurement. This includes Real Estate, Facilities Services and other related teams. 
Drive shareholder value through the creation, development and implementation of financial and operational objectives that will optimize Nike?s vendor and real estate portfolio; delivering both effectiveness and efficiency in a quality environment appropriate for our stakeholders throughout the Region.

&lt;b&gt;&lt;u&gt;Responsibilities:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/u&gt;

&lt;u&gt;Procurement:&lt;/u&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt; Build a strong and professional ?Procurement Organization? in the EMEA region;
&lt;li&gt;Drive the expansion of Procurement?s impact within the organization to realize full potential and benefits realization;
&lt;li&gt;Lead the implementation of standardized ?purchase to pay? processes and policies in the region driving efficiencies and an appropriate level of internal controls;
&lt;li&gt;Take leverage and cost control to the next level by creating transparency, prioritize sourcing projects, pro-actively steering to preferred contracts and report upon savings;
&lt;li&gt;Partner with global procurement to help refine and implement a Procurement Excellence vision across Nike Inc., which includes enhanced procurement capabilities, global processes, and global alignment and lift on global leverage where feasible.
&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/li&gt;

&lt;u&gt;Real Estate:&lt;/u&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;-Lead in pro-active Real Estate portfolio management &amp;#40;wholesale and retail&amp;#41;. Provide effective communication to enable strategic decision making by executive management at Region, and/or Senior Corporate leadership Team;
&lt;li&gt;Manage the performance and costs of the EMEA Real Estate services providers, and build in-house regional expertise where appropriate. Integrate them into Nike?s practices and policies; and achieve the full involvement of the preferred Real Estate providers in Real Estate projects across the region.
&lt;li&gt;Co-ordinate with Global real-estate on large capital intensive, long term leases, and build projects.&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
 
&lt;u&gt;Facilities Services:&lt;/u&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt; Lead the EHQ campus improvement project team, steer upon quality, time and budget. Effectively communicate with RMT and WHQ on progress toward realization of the ?campus vision?.
&lt;li&gt;Lead EHQ Facilities Services in upgrading the service levels, with improved cost and resource efficiency;
&lt;li&gt;Build a professional and integrated Facility Services operation across EMEA with consistent and high quality levels for minimal costs. Leverage volume and knowledge between EHQ and countries, and offices, showrooms and stores.&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/li&gt;

&lt;u&gt;Provide strong team leadership:&lt;/u&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ensure appropriate resources are available to address business support for the organization &amp;#40;Facility Services, Procurement, Real Estate&amp;#41;. Lead and coach the teams to perform at their highest level.  Provide direction, vision and motivation to the group. Coach, guide and develop direct reports and create an environment where employees are encouraged to perform at their highest level and where diversity is respected and encouraged.  Actively participate in developmental activities for team including CFE, HRP and mentoring.  Hold managers accountable for delivering agreed targets and drive the resolution of key issues;
&lt;li&gt;Prioritize projects and maximize the utilization of the capacity in the group.
&lt;li&gt;Create a motivating environment that fosters the developments of individuals.
&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/li&gt;

&lt;b&gt;&lt;u&gt;Requirements:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/u&gt;

Bachelors degree and more than 10 years experience or Masters degree and more than 8 years experience
Proven staff management experience.
Proven experience in an international and strategic role in Procurement, Facilities and/or Real Estate.
Oral/written proficiency in English and at least one other European language.</description>
      <link>http://nike.jobpartners.com/jpapps/nike/jobs/jobview.jsp?fromoutside=xml&amp;requestno=RQ00039279</link>
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      <title>Business Analyst - Russia, Moscow, Russia</title>
      <description>&lt;b&gt;Main tasks&lt;/b&gt;
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&lt;li&gt;Financial/business analysis and counsel; &lt;/li&gt;
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Core responsibilities:

Financial/business analysis and counsel; 
Management reporting and analytical tools; 
Manage and drive profitability; 
Financial/Strategic planning process; 
Risks and opportunities reviewing. 
 Requirements:

5 years of relevant experience as a minimum; 
Financial/accounting education; 
Strong analytical skills; 
Good English in writing, speaking and understanding; 
Computer skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Internet;  
Conditions

Competitive salary+ extensive bonus package which includes food allowance, medical insurance, fitness club sponsorship, NIKE product discounts.</description>
      <link>http://nike.jobpartners.com/jpapps/nike_emea/jobs/jobview.jsp?fromoutside=xml&amp;requestno=RQ00039412</link>
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      <title>Finance - Project/Technical Accounting Manager - EMEA Headquarters, Hilversum, NL, Netherlands</title>
      <description>&lt;b&gt;Main tasks&lt;/b&gt;
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&lt;b&gt;&lt;u&gt;Mission:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/u&gt;
Provides leadership and policy knowledge within Accounting at a manager level.


&lt;b&gt;&lt;u&gt;Responsibilities:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/u&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Responsibility for maintenance of Nike EMEA Finance Policies and Procedures, including  coordination of P&amp;#38;P updates with US Controlling team, and of the EMEA Accounting Manual
&lt;li&gt;Monitoring role on compliance to US GAAP and Nike Finance Policies and Procedures, processes and codes of practice.
&lt;li&gt;Training and education responsibility for EMEA Finance on US GAAP and technical accounting updates.
&lt;li&gt;Facilitation,  coordination and subject matter expert for all Finance related projects and process improvements  or those requiring Finance involvement.
&lt;li&gt;Communication of projects, process improvements and technical updates to Country, Regional and Global Management &amp;#40;Where appropriate&amp;#41;.
&lt;li&gt;Technical US GAAP expert for EMEA with first line responsibility for answering technical questions on US GAAP related matters.
&lt;li&gt;Development and maintenance of EMEA Finance &amp;#40;controlling&amp;#41; communication tools including EMEA SharePoint maintenance and Finance newsletter compilation and communication.&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;b&gt;&lt;u&gt;Requirements:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/u&gt;

Education: 4-year degree in Business-related field with emphasis in Finance and Accounting.

Experience: 
&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Previous experience with SAP or other large company accounting software.
&lt;li&gt;At least 2 years of experience at a public accounting firm strongly preferred. 
&lt;li&gt;5 years of extensive experience in a finance/controlling environment - CMA or CPA.&lt;/ul&gt;
Languages: Fluent in English. Both written and spoken.</description>
      <link>http://nike.jobpartners.com/jpapps/nike/jobs/jobview.jsp?fromoutside=xml&amp;requestno=RQ00038829</link>
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      <title>Finance - Sr Financial Analyst Sport Marketing - EMEA Headquarters, Hilversum, NL, Netherlands</title>
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&lt;b&gt;&lt;u&gt;Mission:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/u&gt;
Provides leadership, analysis, and administration within Financial Planning at a lead level.

&lt;b&gt;&lt;u&gt;Responsibilities:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/u&gt;

&lt;u&gt;Functional Leadership:&lt;/u&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Provides input into business unit planning and performance metrics.  Participates in functional discussions and initiatives across departments.  Develops internal and/or external partnerships that leverage resources and improve business unit responsiveness.&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;u&gt;People Leadership:&lt;/u&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Provides people leadership.  Participates in activities such as work planning, process development, resource optimization, employee goal setting, coaching, hiring decisions, and performance monitoring.  Trains or mentors staff.&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;u&gt;Financial Analysis and Counsel:&lt;/u&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Prepares and/or leads the timely and insightful financial analysis of pertinent information to determine progress against strategic plan, budget and forecast, and to ensure integrity of the financial statements.  Leverages strong understanding of financial systems and data elements.  Leads projects and continually seeks ways to improve financial processes.&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Actively interprets and reviews financial results with business managers, including trends/issues and opportunities, to drive actionable responses.   Ensures management is educated on use and interpretation of financial reports and metrics.   Advises on financial implications of business decisions.  Identifies and/or develops relevant management reporting and analytical tools. Verifies that financial activity is recorded in accordance with GAAP.  Researches financial anomalies and makes corrections as necessary.  Performs analysis for Investor Relations and CFO to support external financial discussions. Works on special projects or taskforces as assigned.&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;u&gt;Manage and Drive Profitability &amp;#38; Cash Flow:&lt;/u&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Performs analysis that aids in the decision-making process and increased profitability and cash flow for the division.  Works with management to identify opportunities for profitability enhancement..  Monitors monthly progress against budgets/targets and works with directors/managers to ensure accountability.  Assists in building collaboration across the matrix to maximize the effectiveness of the plans.  Looks for opportunities to assist managers in more efficient or effective ways to invest their resources.  Reviews risks and opportunities of plans with financial management.&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Monitors that working capital is efficiently and effectively being used &amp;#40;inventory and AR focus&amp;#41;.  Develops and monitors appropriate metrics focused on the P&amp;#38;L, balance sheet and free cash flow &amp;#40;such as CACC, ROIC&amp;#41;.  Monitors operating and capital spending against budget and forecast.  Ensures adherence to appropriation request policy and performs complete ROI analysis.  Evaluates and performs financial analysis on new business opportunities, which include analysis of scenario and investment alternatives.&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;u&gt;Financial/Strategic Planning Process:&lt;/u&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Participates in the strategic and business planning process from a financial perspective.   Works with teams to establish business strategies and key measures that are consistent with NIKE?s long-term financial principles.  Executes the development of budgets and action plans for division assuring delivery of NIKE, Inc. financial objectives, consistent with the Strategic Plan.   Leads and executes a seamless and efficient forecasting process, recommending and executing process improvements as necessary.  Ensures forecast accuracy throughout the organization for monthly, quarterly and annual results.  Ensures integration of inputs from business managers and reviews assumptions in light of current business conditions and market indicators.&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;u&gt;Financial Integrity:&lt;/u&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Participates in the Financial Planning team?s support of the Controlling team?s ultimate responsibility for the integrity of the financial statements &amp;#40;management and statutory&amp;#41; and compliance with US GAAP.  Monitors and analyzes that accounts are properly stated and classified.  Works with local Accounting staff on the implementation, documentation and maintenance of Corporate and Region accounting policies and procedures.  Works with Corporate Audit and the Region Controlling team to monitor, recommend and implement improvements to internal controls.&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;b&gt;&lt;u&gt;Requirements:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/u&gt;

Education: 4-year Degree &amp;#40;e.g. Bachelor?s&amp;#41; in business-related field with emphasis in Finance and Accounting

Experience: Minimum 6 years experience in financial analysis, financial/strategic planning, accounting, and budgeting.  An advanced degree or accounting certification may be acceptable in lieu of 1 year of experience. Two additional years of experience is generally accepted in lieu of a degree level education &amp;#40;applies to 4-year Degree or greater&amp;#41;.

Languages: Fluent in English. Both written and spoken.</description>
      <link>http://nike.jobpartners.com/jpapps/nike/jobs/jobview.jsp?fromoutside=xml&amp;requestno=RQ00039094</link>
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      <title>Credit Cash Collector - Oficinas de Barcelona, Spain</title>
      <description>&lt;b&gt;Main tasks&lt;/b&gt;
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&lt;li&gt;Gestionar el cobro de impagados. Cash collection&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Gestión de cuentas específicas&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Seguimiento de incidencias internas y búsqueda de soluciones&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
Buscamos personas para nuestro departamento de finanzas que quiera tdesarrollar un futuro profesional en esta área.Necesitamos personas con energía, dinámicas y que disfruten trabajando en equipo en una organización cambiante y en crecimiento.</description>
      <link>http://nike.jobpartners.com/jpapps/nike_es/jobs/jobview.jsp?fromoutside=xml&amp;requestno=RQ00033129</link>
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      <title>Switzerland Customer Claims Specialist - Switzerland HQ, Switzerland</title>
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Zur Unterstützung suchen wir per sofort oder nach Vereinbarung eine/n 

&lt;b&gt;Customer Claims Specialist
&amp;#40;Sachbearbeiter/in Kundenreklamationen&amp;#41;&lt;/b&gt;

Möchten Sie von Anfang an dabei sein, wenn es heisst, unsere Kunden professionell am Telefon aus der schweizerischen Niederlassung zu unterstützen?

Kundenservice steht für Sie an 1. Stelle! Sie erfassen und bearbeiten unter anderem eingehende Reklamationen, Annahmeverweigerungen, Rücksendungen und Rechnungskorrekturen. Durch zügige, exakte und stetige Bearbeitung leisten Sie einen wesentlichen Beitrag zum Ausbau und zur Festigung unserer soliden Kundenbeziehungen. Ihr Kommunikationsgeschick überzeugt ? egal ob im schriftlichen, telefonischen oder direkten Kontakt mit den Kunden. Ihr Engagement ist ausserdem gefragt, wenn es um Support und Promotion von nike.net geht. Sie machen die Vorteile zur Nutzung dieser Internetplattform für unsere Kunden transparent und kanalisieren in effizienter Weise die Entgegennahme möglicher Reklamationen. Sie achten auf die Einhaltung aller Verkaufsbedingungen, auf eine durchorganisierte Struktur und die reibungslose Abwicklung der Verkaufsprozesse.

Idealerweise können Sie eine kaufmännische Ausbildung oder Ähnliches vorweisen und haben bereits erste Berufserfahrung im Kundendienst, im Finanzbereich oder in der Logistik gesammelt. Sie zeichnen sich durch eine zuverlässige, pflichtbewusste und teamorientierte Persönlichkeit aus. Zudem sind Sie sich an selbständiges sowie sorgfältiges Arbeiten gewohnt und bestechen durch Ihre Flexibilität. Wenn Englisch und Französisch keine Fremdsprachen für Sie sind und der Umgang mit SAP und den gängigen PC-Anwenderprogrammen  zu Ihrem Alltag gehört, dann sollten wir uns kennenlernen.

Wenn Sie bald zu einem jungen, dynamischen und erfolgreichen Team gehören möchten und Sport ganz einfach Teil Ihres Lebens ist, dann bewerben Sie sich mit Foto unter folgender Adresse:

NIKE &amp;#40;Switzerland&amp;#41; GmbH, Claudia Binder, Human Resources, Grindelstrasse 5, 8303 Bassersdorf, Homepage: www.nikejobs.com</description>
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      <title>Finance - Retail Controller - EMEA Headquarters, Hilversum, NL, Netherlands</title>
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&lt;b&gt;&lt;u&gt;Mission:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/u&gt;

Provides operational leadership within Accounting at a senior manager level.

&lt;b&gt;&lt;u&gt;Responsibilities:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/u&gt;

&lt;u&gt;Functional Operations and Reporting:&lt;/u&gt;
Directs 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.

&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Director of Accounting: Responsible for the completion of monthly accounting close.  Responsible for client execution of detailed component fieldwork for Financial Statement Audit performed by External Audit firm.  Advises on accounting and financial process implications of business decisions.  Directs design of relevant accounting reporting and analytical processes and tools.  Participates in forecast accuracy process through education and by maintaining communication with other participants.  Participates in improvements in profitability and cash flows.  Manages relationships with key outside service providers.  Implements relevant observations related to internal/external audit.
&lt;li&gt;Regional Controller: Regional liaison with countries on matters surrounding financial reporting and internal controls.  Strong knowledge of key local statutory requirements.  Participates in significant system developments.  Manages the implementation for the region of relevant observations related to internal/external audit.
&lt;li&gt;Senior Claims / CFS Manager: Leads execution of plans for improvements in aging of receivables and working cross-functionally in the timely resolution of customer claims and NIKE&amp;#39;s chargebacks to customers to ultimately improve profitability and cash flow.  Also responsible for executing strategies to reduce bad debts and collect amounts previously written-off.
&lt;li&gt;Country Controller: Responsible for work outlined in the Accounting, Claims, and CFS roles for a country, ensuring alignment with local country regulations, as well as corporate and regional documentation and reporting needs.&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;u&gt;People Management:&lt;/u&gt;
Manages team and sets team and individual goals.  Coaches staff, creates opportunities for staff development, and makes decisions or collaborates on hiring decisions, disciplinary actions, performance management, and recognition and rewards.  Resolves employee relations issues and supports diversity.  Develops team structure that facilitates and maximizes individual and team performance.  Establishes team support.

&lt;u&gt;Functional Management &amp;#40;span of control&amp;#41;:&lt;/u&gt;
Develops, manages, and operationalizes short-term goals critical to the business unit?s success.  Identifies key marketplace trends and develops recommendations to enhance the organization?s position.  Develops or participates in business planning, budgeting, performance targets, and policy development.  Participates in functional discussions and initiatives across departments.  Utilizes internal and/or external partnerships that leverage resources and enhance business group effectiveness.

&lt;u&gt;Internal Controls and Policies &amp;#38; Procedures:&lt;/u&gt;
Senior responsibility &amp;#40;in span of control&amp;#41; for the integrity of the financial statements and disclosures, including compliance with US GAAP, SEC Rules, local statutory requirements and NIKE Accounting Policy.  Ensures this through design and maintenance of appropriate accounting policies and procedures and effective internal controls.  Supports higher levels with their responsibility for ensuring that internal controls are in place and working effectively.  Manages the identification of internal control opportunities and improvements.  Be a key point of contact on the integrity of key business decisions.

&lt;b&gt;&lt;u&gt;Requirements:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/u&gt;

Education: 4-year Degree &amp;#40;e.g. Bachelor?s&amp;#41;, subject area: Business related field with emphasis in Finance and Accounting

Experience: Minimum 10 years extensive experience in accounting and financial analysis.  Minimum 5 years of proven people management or leadership experience. Two additional years of experience is generally accepted in lieu of a degree level education, applies to 4 year degree or greater.

&lt;u&gt;Minimum skills:&lt;/u&gt; 

&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Technical:  Strong financial skills and knowledge, including ability to use factual data to make decisions and ensure profitability.  Expert knowledge of accounting, GAAP, and statutory requirements.
&lt;li&gt;Communication/Language:  Strong verbal and written communication skills in local market language, including meeting facilitation and presentations. Ability to effectively communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience. Ability to effectively elevate strategic concerns to senior management in a timely and accurate manner.  Ability to develop strong working relationships with management and external resources.  Strong knowledge of cross team calibration. Sound judgment and ability to provide information toward the determination of policy and strategy.  Ability to exercise high degree of professionalism.
&lt;li&gt;Management/Leadership &amp;#40;if applicable&amp;#41;:  Strong understanding and application of managerial concepts and techniques in areas such as project/change management, idea creation, employee development, coaching, and cross-team effectiveness. Demonstrated leadership in fostering continuous learning, empowerment, involvement, and opportunities. Ability to establish an independent view, effectively collaborate in decision-making, and motivate others, especially during difficult situations or on tough organizational issues. Ability to provide inspiration.&lt;/ul&gt;

Languages: Fluent in English. Both written and spoken.</description>
      <link>http://nike.jobpartners.com/jpapps/nike/jobs/jobview.jsp?fromoutside=xml&amp;requestno=RQ00039671</link>
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      <title>Finance -  Senior General Ledger Accountant - EMEA Headquarters, Hilversum, NL, Netherlands</title>
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&lt;b&gt;&lt;u&gt;Mission&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/u&gt;

Provides analysis and administration within Accounting in a timely, accurate and efficient manner.

&lt;b&gt;&lt;u&gt;Responsibilities&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/u&gt;

&lt;b&gt;Controlling&lt;/b&gt;

Prepares and distributes timely and insightful accounting analysis of pertinent information in compliance with establish internal controls and GAAP determine.  Understands financial systems and data elements.  Actively interprets and review financial results with business managers, including trends/issues and opportunities, to drive actionable responses. Ensures management is educated on use and interpretation of GAAP.   Advises on financial implications of business decisions.  Produces relevant management reporting and analytical tools.  Verifies that financial activity is recorded in accordance with GAAP.  Researches financial anomalies and makes corrections as necessary.  Works on special projects or taskforces as assigned.  Supports controlling Management, Senior Management, and CFO with analysis as necessary to support external and internal financial discussions.

&lt;b&gt;Reconciliation, Analysis and Monitoring of Accounts&lt;/b&gt;

Generates reconciliations and analytical analysis that supports the validation of the financial statements and its assumptions.  Assists in training business managers on proper GAAP and reconciliation efforts within the area of responsibility.
Assists in the monthly financial statement close for assigned entity, division, profit center, or cost center.  Integrates input from business managers and reviews assumptions in light of current business conditions and market indicators.  Reviews accounting assumptions with Accounting Manager and/or business managers.

&lt;b&gt;Internal Controls&lt;/b&gt;

Monitors the integrity of the financial statements and compliance to GAAP.  Assists in implementing appropriate accounting policies and procedures to safeguard assets.  Suggests enhancements to internal controls.   

&lt;b&gt;&lt;u&gt;Requirements&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/u&gt;

Technical skills/knowledge - Extensive knowledge of accounting, GAAP, and statutory requirements
Education - Bachelors degree and/or Professional accounting qualification &amp;#40;ACA, ACCA, ACMA&amp;#41;
Work experience - Minimum 3 years relevant working experience working within practice or industry. Experience with payroll accounting a plus

Fluent in english</description>
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