Sr. Principal, Technology Enablement COE

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We’re looking for a Sr. Principal, Technology Enablement COE, to join our Global Process Owner (GPO) team for Record to Report. As we continue on the transformation journey for our Global Finance function, this role will be responsible for partnering with technology and business teams to execute the technology components of process optimization initiatives for Record-to-Report. You will embrace and lead change through continued standardization and optimization of business processes, striving for global consistency and developing standards. If you are passionate about sports, finance, technology, process improvement, and building the future, you might be the ideal candidate to join our team!

WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON

If this is you, you will serve as the Technology Enablement expert within the service excellence organization. You will lead cross-functional teams to define and design optimal business processes, including the associated policies, controls, reporting, and SOPs while ensuring that Technology Enablement plans and investments drive value for the organization.

• Maintain an understanding of business outcomes to ensure technology solutions meet business objectives and translate technical requirements to Managed Service Provider (MSP) and business teams accordingly
• Partner with the Finance Transformation Management Office (FTMO) to ensure global technology solutions provide the right level of capacity to execute transformation initiatives, identifying gaps and sharing findings as necessary
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex concepts and push for swift execution of technology strategies
• Cultivate strong advisory relationships, navigate decision-making mechanisms, and build consensus to accelerate strategic initiatives
• Lead as a proactive thought leader, staying abreast of the latest technology trends and maintaining technical credibility

WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH

Reporting directly to the Sr. Director, GPO for Record-to-Report, you will be collaborating cross-functionally with various NIKE teams (including Technology, FTMO, and other functional GPO and business teams that support Global Controlling) in defining and implementing globally standard business processes leveraging leading technology. You will also partner with our MSP to identify and implement innovative technology solutions.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Bachelor’s or Master's Degree in Finance, Business, Information Technology, or related field
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in Corporate Accounting, Finance, Technology Enablement, Budget/Project Management, and Operational Excellence at a large multinational corporation or Public Accounting firm
• Comfortable working in ambiguous environments and managing multiple, competing priorities and requests, while maintaining high standards for quality and attention to detail
• Consistent track record in developing high-profile, influential, and collaborative relationships across teams, functions, and layers
• Strong leadership ability and understanding/application of managerial concepts and techniques in areas such as change management, idea creation, and cross-team effectiveness
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent strongly preferred
• Strong enthusiasm and passion for the NIKE brand!

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