Financial Analyst 1

Goodyear; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global tire manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Accountant / Financial Analyst in Toronto. The role involves financial reporting, forecasting, and analysis according to US GAAP and company practices. Candidates should possess an undergraduate degree in accounting or finance and have 3+ years of related experience. Proficiency in tools such as SAP and Cognos is preferred. This position offers a hybrid work model and values diversity in the workforce.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of accounting or financial analysis experience.
• Experience in environments requiring analytical responses.
• CPA certification desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statement close procedures.
• Partner with departments to implement financial analysis tools.
• Assist with special projects as applicable.

Skills

Analytical abilities

Understanding of GAAP

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Undergraduate Degree in accounting or finance

Tools

SAP

Cognos

Hyperion Planner

Job description

Location: Toronto Etobicoke, CAN (Hybrid role)
No Sponsorship or Relocation provided

Primary Purpose of the Position

The Accountant / Financial Analyst will provide clear, accurate information for managing and analyzing various business segments in accordance with accounting principles, government regulations and company practices. This role involves forecasting, reporting and month end close activities for Goodyear Canada. Key duties involve analyzing and forecasting sales incentive rebates including the preparation of schedules and payments as well as monthly reporting to the business and any ad hoc reporting as needed. The seasoned candidate will be inquisitive and able to work in an abstract manner using data warehouse reporting (Cognos, Tableau, Power BI) to forecast and analyze rebate programs for various customers and products. Month end activities involve journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations and reporting.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform financial reporting processes which includes but not limited to monthly, quarterly and annual financial statement close procedures, review account reconciliations,functional analysis (including but not limited to P&L, balance sheet and various accounts), establishing judgmental reserve balances in accordance with predefined deadlines.
• Partner with various departments throughout Goodyear to implement effective financial analysis tools and procedure. Identifies basic trends, issues or other meaningful insights using basic analytical approaches.
• Demonstrates knowledge of a broad set of accounting principles and techniques (e.g. IAS, US GAAP, etc.). Works with financial transactions and related documentation within the organization. Participates in accounting practices of classifying and recording financial data. Utilize US GAAP and assist in applying US GAAP to transactions that are accounted for and reviewed.
• Follows regulations for entering and reporting the financial content in major accounting systems. Adheres to relevant compliance requirements for financial reporting (e.g., SOX, IFRS).
• Assist with any special projects/assignments as applicable.

Education and Certifications

• Undergraduate Degree in accounting or finance required.

Experience

• 3 + years of accounting &/or financial analysis experience.
• Experience working in an environment requiring analytical response to a variety of business issues

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrates strong analytical abilities and a thorough understanding of GAAP.
• CPA desired
• Ability to interpret and apply current US GAAP, accounting for complex transactions and internal controls in compliance with SOX.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint. Hyperion Planner, SAP and Cognos desired.
• Highly organized and ability to manage concurrent deadlines and multiple priorities.
• Ability to communicate to information, both verbally & written effectively with all levels of the organization.

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Goodyear is one of the world’s largest tire companies. It employs about 74,000 people and manufactures its products in 57facilities in23countries around the world. Its two Innovation Centres in Akron, Ohio and Colmar-Berg, Luxembourg strive to develop state-of-the-art products and services that set the technology and performance standard for the industry.

For more information about Goodyear and its products, go towww.goodyear.com/corporate

Goodyear is proud to offer equal employment opportunities where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation at any time during the application or recruitment process, please let us know. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.