FAQs
What is the primary focus of the Senior Director, Finance Operations Delivery role?
The primary focus of this role is to lead the Finance Shared Services operations, oversee the daily management of critical finance processes (Record-to-Report, Purchase-to-Pay, and Order-to-Cash), and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
What qualifications are required for this position?
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting or a related business field, with 15+ years of relevant experience, including 3+ years in leading Finance Shared Services Operations.
Who will the Senior Director report to?
The Senior Director will directly report to the VP of Finance Operations & Transformation.
What kind of experience is preferred regarding managing third-party relationships?
The ideal candidate should have prior experience establishing and managing large-scale relationships with Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and a sound understanding of risks and issues that impact global service delivery.
What are the core finance processes managed under this role?
The core finance processes include Record-to-Report (R2R), Purchase-to-Pay (P2P), and Order-to-Cash (O2C).
Will the Senior Director collaborate with other stakeholders?
Yes, the Senior Director will partner closely with the Executive Finance Leadership Team (EFLT), cross-functional stakeholders, and the Managed Service Provider (MSP).
What is the culture like at Nike, as it pertains to this position?
Nike embraces a culture of growth and transformation, requiring the Finance Function to scale effectively with the company’s rate of change.
What continuous improvement methodologies are expected to be implemented in this role?
The role requires experience in ongoing process optimization and continuous improvement, leveraging methodologies aimed at enhancing outcomes and efficiencies within Finance Shared Services.
What type of leadership experience is important for this position?
Strong people management skills and the ability to lead diverse teams are crucial; the candidate should also have experience in governing service levels and managing teams both onshore and offshore.
How often will the governance process be run to ensure service delivery?
The governance process will be run weekly, monthly, and quarterly to ensure accurate and timely service delivery in accordance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs).