Specialist Finance SAG at Goodyear Tire & Rubber

Romania

Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Automotive, Manufacturing, Tire IndustryIndustries

Minimum 5 years of progressively more responsible cross-functional experience in various financial roles, including both corporate and operational finance (FP&A experience preferred)
Previous experience with SAP and finance reporting tools
Advanced Excel skills (financial modeling, data analysis, reporting automation, ability to work with high volumes of financial data accurately, Power BI)
Proactive and strong process-oriented mindset with the ability to optimize workflows and drive efficiency
Strong knowledge of accounting rules (local, US GAAP, and IFRS), and proven understanding of financial statements (P&Ls, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow)
Experienced in finance business partnering and demonstrated understanding of sales and marketing operations
Ability to lead teams through process and project improvements, focused on getting groups “on board” with new processes and techniques
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field (Master’s degree or recognized accounting qualification such as ACCA, CIMA, ACA - nice to have)
Fluent English

Analyze and monitor the organization’s selling, general, and administrative (SG&A) expenses to provide accurate and timely information for strategic and operational decisions, including variance analysis, commentary on main drivers of deviations, and actionable recommendations for cost-saving opportunities and improvements
Collaborate with finance and other relevant departments to develop budgets and forecasts for SG&A, interpret financial information on costs, and prepare monthly reports to management and budget owners
Act as a trusted business partner by delivering insights to senior management and business leaders
Coordinate and consolidate reports across cluster finance teams, ensuring consistency and accuracy; prepare clear presentations and communicate financial results and insights effectively to local stakeholders to enable informed decision-making
Develop and implement processes and guidelines related to SG&A (e.g., expense reimbursement policies, travel guidelines, procurement policies)
Continuously improve the efficiency of forecasting, reporting, and tracking processes, and contribute to ongoing FP&A SG&A initiatives
Work closely with various stakeholders to understand their needs and challenges related to SG&A, provide guidance, challenge assumptions, and facilitate discussions to drive cost-conscious and performance-oriented decisions across the organization