Financial Analyst

Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company in Akron, OH seeks a Financial Analyst to support accounting and financial analysis for GCTSC Accounting. You will assist in monthly closings, reconciliations, reporting, and business guidance across the organization.

The role requires an undergraduate degree in accounting or finance, with CPA/MBA preferred, and about 3 years of experience. Proficiency in Excel, SAP, and Hyperion Planner is expected. Hybrid work arrangement is available.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in accounting or finance.
• CPA and/or MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 3 years of accounting/financial analysis experience or graduate of a 2-year Finance & Accounting Development Program with 1 year experience.

Responsibilities

• Support month-end close processes and financial reporting.
• Review reconciliations and perform P&L/balance sheet analyses.
• Assist in SOX compliance and internal controls.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

GAAP knowledge

Education

Undergraduate degree in accounting or finance

CPA/MBA (preferred)

Tools

Hyperion Planner

SAP

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

## Financial AnalystApplyremote type: Hybridlocations: US OH Akron Corp Hdqtrstime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR-40111722Reporting directly to the Lead Financial Analyst - GCTSC Accounting, **the Financial Analyst** -GCTSC Accounting will assist in providing and overseeing accounting, financial analysis, internal and external reporting and business guidance for the business leaders. Provide clear, accurate information for managing & analyzing a segment of the business, in accordance with accounting principles, government regulations and company practice and policy. Responsible for various closing, accounting, consolidation & reporting activities.**Why This Role Matters*** Plays a critical role in ensuring accurate financial reporting and strong financial controls by managing month-end close activities, account reconciliations, and inventory-related transactions across company-owned operations.* Serves as a key accounting partner to Tire Service Centers, supporting operational and financial accuracy that enables informed business decisions and efficient business performance.* Drives the integrity of financial data by analyzing transactions, resolving accounting issues, and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to maintain compliance, accuracy, and process efficiency.**What you'll do*** Perform financial reporting processes which includes but not limited to monthly, quarterly & annual financial statement close procedures, review account reconciliations (for assigned accounts), functional analysis (including but not limited to P&L, balance sheet & various accounts), establishing judgmental reserve balances in accordance with predefined deadlines.* Partner with various departments throughout Goodyear to implement effective financial analysis tools & procedures.* Demonstrates and applies basic understanding of the data flows and data standards in your specific business area.* 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 & assist in applying US GAAP to transactions that are accounted for and reviewed.* Exercise significant judgement when evaluating transactions.* Follows regulations for entering and reporting the financial content in major accounting systems.* Records financial transactions accurately in internal and external books of accounts.* Assist in ensuring that identified control & internal audit gaps are remediated on a timely basis & in accordance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act. Adheres to relevant compliance requirements for financial reporting (e.g., SOX, IFRS).* Assist with any special projects/assignments as applicable.**What We’re Looking For** * Undergraduate Degree in accounting or finance.* CPA &/or MBA or advanced Degree is desired.* 3 years of accounting &/or financial analysis experience or; graduate of the 2 year Finance & Accounting Development Program with 1 year outside work experience.* Experience working in an environment requiring analytical response to a variety of business issues.* Demonstrates strong analytical abilities & a thorough understanding of GAAP.* Ability to interpret & apply current US GAAP, accounting for complex transactions & internal controls in compliance with SOX.* Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint as well as well as Hyperion Planner & SAP.* Highly organized & ability to manage concurrent deadlines & multiple priorities.* Ability to communicate to present information, both verbally & written effectively with all levels of the organization.**Additional Details*** **Relocation Available: No*** **Sponsorship Available: No*** **Travel: No**#LI-RB3