Financial Analyst: Close, GAAP & Reporting

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co.; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. Akron, OH seeks a Financial Analyst for GCTSC Accounting to support month-end close, financial analysis, and reporting for assigned segments.

You will partner with cross‑functional teams to ensure accuracy and strong financial controls in line with GAAP and SOX requirements. The role requires an undergraduate degree in accounting or finance and 3 years of accounting/financial analysis experience, with CPA/MBA preferred.

Qualifications

• 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 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.

Responsibilities

• Perform financial reporting processes which include monthly, quarterly & annual financial statement close procedures.
• Review account reconciliations (for assigned accounts).
• Perform functional analysis including P&L, balance sheet, and other accounts.
• Establish judgmental reserve balances in accordance with predefined deadlines.
• Partner with various departments throughout Goodyear to implement effective financial analysis tools & procedures.
• Demonstrate basic understanding of the data flows and data standards in your specific business area.
• Identify basic trends, issues or other meaningful insights using basic analytical approaches.
• Demonstrate knowledge of a broad set of accounting principles and techniques (e.g., IAS, US GAAP, etc.).
• Work with financial transactions and related documentation within the organization.
• Participate 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.
• Follow regulations for entering and reporting the financial content in major accounting systems.
• Record 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.
• Adhere to relevant compliance requirements for financial reporting (e.g., SOX, IFRS).
• Assist with any special projects/assignments as applicable.

Skills

Analytical abilities

Communication

Time management

Education

Undergraduate degree in accounting or finance

CPA or MBA or advanced degree desired

Tools

Hyperion Planner

SAP

Excel

Job description

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. Akron, OH seeks a Financial Analyst for GCTSC Accounting to support month-end close, financial analysis, and reporting for assigned segments.

You will partner with cross‑functional teams to ensure accuracy and strong financial controls in line with GAAP and SOX requirements. The role requires an undergraduate degree in accounting or finance and 3 years of accounting/financial analysis experience, with CPA/MBA preferred.