Finance Manager - Transportation and Warehousing

Goodyear; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodyear in Akron, OH seeks a Finance Manager for Transportation and Warehousing to lead forecasting, budgeting, and business analysis, partnering with operations to support strategic decisions. You will build and coach a finance team, drive monthly forecasts and the AOP, and deliver high-quality reporting with actionable insights for leadership across manufacturing and logistics.

The role requires strong analytical skills, ERP and reporting system experience (SAP, Hyperion, Power BI), and a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or Economics required.
• MBA, CPA, CMA preferred.
• 5+ years in progressive Finance leadership roles.
• Experience leading and developing teams.
• Strong ERP and reporting system knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly forecasting and annual operating plan (AOP) processes.
• Provide strategic financial analysis and reconcile performance.
• Develop and coach a finance team for talent bench strength.
• Partner with Transportation and Warehousing leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Deliver executive-level reporting and stakeholder presentations.

Skills

Forecasting

Performance analysis

Financial planning

Business analytics

Leadership

Cross-functional partnership

Data-driven decision making

Education

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

MBA or CMA/CPA preferred

Tools

SAP

Hyperion

Power BI

MS Excel

Job description

Finance Manager, Transportation and Warehousing leads the financial partnership with Transportation and Warehousing leadership, providing strategic analysis and insights that support business decisions and drive financial performance. This role is responsible for developing and leading a finance team that delivers accurate forecasting, budgeting, and business analysis through the monthly and Annual Operating Plan (AOP) processes. The position supports both strategic and tactical decision-making by ensuring high-quality financial analysis, strong management controls, and operational oversight. Additionally, the Finance Manager drives process and systems improvements to enhance financial reporting, efficiency, and overall business results.Why This Role MattersDrive strategic supply chain and transportation performance by partnering with cross-functional stakeholders to identify cost-saving opportunities, improve operational efficiency, and enhance business performance through data-driven insights.Own forecasting, performance analysis, and financial reconciliation processes, leveraging SAP, Hyperion, and Power BI to improve visibility into daily performance, strengthen forecast accuracy, and support informed decision-making.Influence business outcomes through executive-level reporting and presentations, translating complex data into actionable recommendations for diverse audiences across manufacturing, supply chain, and regional leadership teams.Support strategic business goals and team development by building strong stakeholder relationships, challenging the status quo, and helping create a high-impact, collaborative "One Team" culture focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence.What you'll doDevelop team members to build bench strength for the Finance Organization (including training of personnel and development of professionals within the business for key Finance roles). Ensure a strong Performance Management Process that aligns individual objectives with business metrics and connects performance against objectives.Manage the monthly Forecast and Reporting Process. Understand and have an ability to summarize and communicate clearly the financial results (Transportation and Warehousing) that measure progress against objectives and assess the effectiveness of decisions made.Be an integral part of strategic business decisions around Transportation and Warehousing Projects. Provide financial and capital analysis reviews in support of strategic projects.Manage the AOP Process - Ensuring alignment across the Transportation and Warehousing Teams to achieve company goals.Lead and participate in other ad-hoc projects that support process improvements (pertaining to financial analysis and reporting).What We’re Looking ForBachelor's degree in a Business (related field), Accounting, Finance or Economics.Desired Master's degree or certifications (i.e. MBA, CPA, CMA).5 or more years of experience in progressively more responsible Finance Leadership Assignments (including experience managing or leading people).Experienced in supporting a high performing Finance Team - Developing talent for the organization as evidenced by advancement and success of Team Members.Technical and working experience with Financial IT Systems (from a detailed to consolidation perspective).Strong knowledge and understanding in relevant systems (i.e. MS Office Suite, ERP Systems [SAP], Reporting Applications [Hyperion]).Able to analyze and grasp a situation quickly from different perspectives and create well-reasoned situations. Innately comfortable with complexity and ambiguity.Strong analytical and technical skills.Understanding of Business Operations.Additional DetailsRelocation Available: NoSponsorship Available: NoTravel: No#LI-RB3Goodyear is one of the world's largest tire companies. It employs about 63,000 people and manufactures its products in 49 facilities in 19 countries around the world. Its two Innovation Centers 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 to www.goodyear.com/corporateIf you need reasonable accommodation to complete the online application, or any other part of the employment process, please contact the Goodyear Candidate Care Line at 330.796.4500.Goodyear is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.