Specialist Finance SAG

About GoodyearWe’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 MattersSeeking a detail-oriented finance professional to analyze and monitor SG&A expenses, support budgeting and forecasting, and deliver actionable insights to management. The role includes improving reporting processes and partnering with stakeholders to drive cost efficiency and informed decision-making.What You'll DoExpense Analysis: Analyzes and monitors the organization's selling, general, and administrative expenses to provide accurate and timely information for strategic and operational decisions. Goes beyond consolidation by performing variance analysis, providing clear commentary on main drivers of deviations, and offering actionable recommendations to identify cost-saving opportunities and areas of improvement.Budgeting and Forecasting: Collaborates with finance and other relevant departments to develop budgets and forecasts for SAG, interpret financial information on costs, prepare monthly reports to management and budget owners. Acts as a trusted business partner by delivering insights to senior management and business leaders.Reporting & Communication: Coordinates and consolidates reports across cluster finance teams, ensuring consistency and accuracy. Prepares clear presentations and communicates financial results and insights effectively to local stakeholders, enabling informed decision-making.Process Development & Continuous Improvement: Develops and implements processes and guidelines related to SAG (e.g. expense reimbursement policies, travel guidelines, procurement policies, etc.). Continuously improves the efficiency of forecasting, reporting, and tracking processes, and contributes to ongoing FP&A SAG initiatives.Collaboration and Business Partnering: Works closely with various stakeholders to understand their needs and challenges related to SAG. Provides guidance, challenges assumptions, and facilitates discussions to drive cost-conscious and performance-oriented decisions across the organization.What You'll BringMinimum 5 years of progressively more responsible of cross functional experience in various financial roles, including both corporate and operational finance (FP&A experience is preferred)Previous experience with SAP and finance reporting toolsAdvanced Excel (financial modeling data analysis, reporting automation, the 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 efficiencyStrong knowledge of accounting rules (local, US GAAP and IFRS), and proven understanding of Financials statements ((P&Ls, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow)Experienced in Finance business partnering and a demonstrated understanding of sales and marketing operationsAbility to lead teams through processes and projects improvements - focused on getting groups “on board” with new processes and techniquesBachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field (Master's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics or a related field. Recognized accounting qualification, i.e. ACCA, CIMA, ACA.-nice to have)Fluent EnglishNote: 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.Goodyear is one of the world's largest tire companies. It employs about 68,000 people and manufactures its products in 51 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 Goodyear.com.Goodyear is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.