Financial Analyst

The Financial Analyst supports the business by providing accurate financial reporting, analysis, and accounting activities to ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements. The role is responsible for monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, account reconciliations, financial statement analysis, and applying US GAAP principles to complex transactions. This position partners with cross-functional teams to develop financial insights, support decision-making, and improve reporting processes while maintaining strong internal controls and SOX compliance. Successful candidates bring strong analytical skills, experience in accounting or financial analysis, and proficiency with financial systems and Microsoft Office tools.

Why This Role Matters

• Drives accurate financial reporting, close processes, and account reconciliations that enable business leaders to make informed decisions and maintain confidence in financial results.
• Serves as a key business partner by analyzing financial performance, identifying trends, and providing insights that support operational and strategic decision-making across multiple departments.
• Ensures compliance with US GAAP, SOX, and other financial reporting standards, helping mitigate risk and maintain the integrity of the company’s financial records and controls.
• Contributes to continuous improvement by implementing effective financial analysis tools, supporting audits, and enhancing reporting processes that drive efficiency and accountability throughout the organization.

What You Will Do 

• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities, including financial reporting, account reconciliations, and analysis of income statements, balance sheets, and key financial accounts.
• Analyze financial data and business performance, identify trends and insights, and support decision-making through accurate reporting and analysis.
• Apply accounting principles and US GAAP standards to financial transactions, ensuring accurate classification, recording, and review of financial information.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to improve financial analysis tools, reporting processes, and data-driven business practices.
• Maintain compliance with internal controls, SOX requirements, and financial reporting regulations while supporting audit and remediation activities.
• Support special projects and initiatives while managing multiple priorities and meeting established deadlines.

What We’re Looking For 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, with a CPA, MBA, or other advanced degree considered an asset.
• Minimum of 3 years of accounting and/or financial analysis experience, or completion of a Finance & Accounting Development Program combined with additional professional experience.

What Sets You Apart

• Experience analyzing business and financial data in a dynamic environment, with the ability to assess and respond to a variety of business challenges.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance requirements, with experience using financial systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Additional Details

• Relocation Available: No
• Sponsorship Available: No
• Travel: No
• Typical Schedule: Hybrid

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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

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Goodyear is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.