About Goodyear
We’re dedicated to producing, innovating, and servicing the best tires in the world. For over 125 years, Goodyear has led the way in developing smart solutions that shape the future of mobility. Today, we’re one global team united by bold thinking, relentless drive, and a passion to exceed expectations. If you’re ready to embrace change and make an impact in your career, let’s go.
Why This Role Matters
As an Assistant Controller (Accounting, Reporting and Tax Manager), you will play a key role in managing and optimizing our accounting processes in Turkey. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional who is eager to combine strong technical accounting expertise with hands-on people management experience.
What You'll Do
- Prepare timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in compliance with VUK, US GAAP and IFRS .
- Coordinate and track the relevant timetable and hyperinflationary accounting.
- Manage a team of 6-7 associates (including associates of a Shared Service Center).
- Manage and coordinate month-end close processes.
- Manage account reconciliation process (Preparation & Review) to ensure strong supporting evidence is maintained for all Balance Sheet account balances.
- Support the audit process with the external auditors.
- Ensure compliance with local tax legislation, authorities (VAT & Corporate Tax) and internal GY Transfer Pricing policies together with the Tax Specialist.
- Act as the owner of selected Internal Controls.
What You'll Bring
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or a relevant field (MBA, CPA, ACCA, CA or equivalent is a “nice to have”)
- Minimum 10 years of experience relevant to finance and accounting with continuously increased responsibility, including people management
- Strong knowledge in accounting principles for local, US GAAP and IFRS
- Audit/Accounting company experience is preferred
- Deep understanding of accounting procedures, business processes and operations
- Strong communication and presentation skills and prior people skills to manage and develop team (2-3 years management role)
- Fluency in Turkish and English
We welcome applicants from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. Even if you don’t meet every listed qualification, we encourage you to apply.
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Goodyear 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/corporate
Goodyear is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field
- MBA, CPA, ACCA, CA or equivalent
- Minimum 10 years finance and accounting experience with increasing responsibility
- People management experience (managing a team; ~2-3 years management role)
- Strong knowledge of local accounting, US GAAP and IFRS
- Experience preparing financial statements compliant with VUK and hyperinflationary accounting
- Experience managing month-end close, account reconciliations, and maintaining supporting evidence for balance sheet accounts
- Support for external audits and audit readiness
- Knowledge of local tax legislation (VAT & Corporate Tax) and internal Transfer Pricing policies
- Audit/accounting firm experience
- Fluency in Turkish and English
- Ownership of selected internal controls
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits include a 401(k) with company match, and some materials describe automatic contributions and matching that can meaningfully boost savings.
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Healthcare Strength — Core coverage commonly spans medical, prescription, dental and vision, paired with wellness resources such as the GoodLife program and an EAP.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off provisions typically include paid vacation, holidays, and sick time, with family medical leave and adoption assistance highlighted in benefits descriptions.
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What We Do
Goodyear is one of the world's largest tire companies. It employs about 72,000 people and manufactures its products in 57 facilities in 23 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.
