Senior Analyst, Finance, Japan

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

The role sits within Nike Japan’s Financial Planning team, recognized for its collaborative culture and strategic influence across the business. Reporting to the Director of Financial Planning, this role partners closely with Marketing and investment-focused stakeholders in Japan and Asia Pacific (APAC) HQ, while also supporting cross-functional teams to drive impactful decision-making.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Nike Japan is seeking a finance professional with a strong analytical mindset and a passion for driving business impact. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, brings sharp financial acumen, and communicates with clarity and confidence. This role demands a proactive approach to problem-solving, a desire to grow professionally, and the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders through data-driven insights. Comfort with financial systems, fluency in analyzing data and managing forecasting models are essential to success in this role.

• Minimum 3 years of experience in finance, accounting, or related fields

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics

• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, and financial tools (e.g., SAP)

• Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, and critical analysis skills

• English proficiency required; Japanese proficiency is valued but not mandatory

WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON

You’ll lead Selling, General and Administrative (SG&A) financial management for Nike Japan, partnering closely with Marketing and investment-focused teams across Japan and APAC HQ. You’ll own forecasting, reporting, and analysis, while supporting strategic initiatives and working directly with senior leadership to drive business impact. You’ll also manage core finance operations, including forecast loading and system-based reporting.

In this role, you will:

• Lead SG&A budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for Nike Japan, partnering with Marketing and investment-focused teams to align financial plans with strategic priorities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for APAC Finance on Japan SG&A matters

• Own financial reporting processes, including official forecast submissions via Nike's financial systems

• Support financial analysis for new Nike Partner Store proposals and investment cases

• Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver insights that inform decision-making

• Partner directly with the Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Director and Japan Chief Financial Officer (CFO) on ad-hoc analysis and strategic projects

• Build relationships across teams and functions to strengthen financial planning and business alignment

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.