Lead, Finance Operations Analytics

Beaverton, OR - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 5 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Nikes Global Finance Operations organization is responsible for delivering world-class financial services and operational excellence across the companys global footprint. The team manages and optimizes end-to-end finance processesincluding Procure-to-Pay Order-to-Cash and Record-to-Reportensuring accuracy compliance and efficiency in every transaction. By leveraging advanced technology process innovation and a commitment to continuous improvement Global Finance Operations enables Nike to scale adapt and deliver value in a dynamic business environment. The organization partners closely with business units technology teams and external partners to drive transformation and support Nikes mission to bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete in the world.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are seeking a Lead Global Finance Analytics with a Six Sigma Black Belt to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence across our global finance operations. This role will focus on optimizing end-to-end finance processes enhancing quality efficiency and compliance and delivering measurable business value.

WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON

Lead and execute cross-functional process improvement projects within global finance operations
Identify analyze and prioritize opportunities for process optimization automation and drive continuous improvement initiatives
Own and evolve finance operations reporting and analytics including KPI frameworks dashboards and executive level insights across O2C and P2P
Analyze large complex finance datasets to identify trends root causes and performance gaps translating data into actionable recommendations
Partner with technology and data teams to improve data quality standardization and automation of finance reporting
Facilitate root cause analysis E2E process mapping and solution design workshops with finance teams and stakeholders
Develop and deliver training on process improvement tools Lean Six Sigma and best practices to finance staff
Track measure and report project progress benefits realization and outcomes to finance leadership
Collaborate with global and regional finance teams to ensure alignment of improvement initiatives with organizational goals and compliance requirements
Standardize and document best practices ensuring sustainability and scalability of improvements
Support change management efforts to drive adoption of new processes and technologies

WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH

Lead Global Finance Analytics will work closely with a diverse range of stakeholders across Nikes global finance organization. This includes collaborating with Global Process Delivery teams Technology enablement team Finance Transformation teams and Global Process Owners such as Record-to-Report Order-to-Cash and Procure-to-Pay. The role also involves partnering with regional and local finance operations teams financial audit and compliance teams as well as external consultants and managed service providers. Through these cross-functional relationships the Lead Finance Operations Delivery ensures that process improvement initiatives are aligned with business objectives technology capabilities and compliance requirements driving operational excellence throughout the organization.

WHAT YOU BRING

Strong experience using data analytics and visualization tools (e.g. Power BI Tableau) to drive finance operations insights and decision making
Experience in global finance operations shared services or business process outsourcing (BPO)
Knowledge of finance systems (e.g. SAP Oracle S/4HANA) and process automation tools (e.g. RPA workflow automation)
Additional certifications in Lean PMP or related methodologies are a plus
Six Sigma Black Belt certification and/or demonstrated success leading Lean Six Sigma projects in finance or shared services
6 years of experience in process improvement finance operations or related roles in a global environment
Demonstrated success leading Lean Six Sigma projects in finance or shared services
Bachelors degree in finance Accounting Business or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education experience or training. (Masters preferred)

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WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON

Lead and execute cross-functional process improvement projects within global finance operations
Identify analyze and prioritize opportunities for process optimization automation and drive continuous improvement initiatives
Own and evolve finance operations reporting and analytics including KPI frameworks dashboards and executive level insights across O2C and P2P
Analyze large complex finance datasets to identify trends root causes and performance gaps translating data into actionable recommendations
Partner with technology and data teams to improve data quality standardization and automation of finance reporting
Facilitate root cause analysis E2E process mapping and solution design workshops with finance teams and stakeholders
Develop and deliver training on process improvement tools Lean Six Sigma and best practices to finance staff
Track measure and report project progress benefits realization and outcomes to finance leadership
Collaborate with global and regional finance teams to ensure alignment of improvement initiatives with organizational goals and compliance requirements
Standardize and document best practices ensuring sustainability and scalability of improvements
Support change management efforts to drive adoption of new processes and technologies

WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH

WHAT YOU BRING

Strong experience using data analytics and visualization tools (e.g. Power BI Tableau) to drive finance operations insights and decision making
Experience in global finance operations shared services or business process outsourcing (BPO)
Knowledge of finance systems (e.g. SAP Oracle S/4HANA) and process automation tools (e.g. RPA workflow automation)
Additional certifications in Lean PMP or related methodologies are a plus
Six Sigma Black Belt certification and/or demonstrated success leading Lean Six Sigma projects in finance or shared services
6 years of experience in process improvement finance operations or related roles in a global environment
Demonstrated success leading Lean Six Sigma projects in finance or shared services
Bachelors degree in finance Accounting Business or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education experience or training. (Masters preferred)