Financial Analyst

## Financial AnalystApplyremote type: In Officelocations: US AR Texarkana Plt NA02time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR-40111015As a Financial Analyst you will provide clear, accurate information for managing & analyzing a segment of the business, in accordance with accounting principles, government regulations and company practice and policy. Responsible for various closing, accounting, consolidation & reporting activities.**What You'll Do*** Perform financial reporting processes which includes but not limited to monthly, quarterly & annual financial statement close procedures, review account reconciliations (for assigned accounts), functional analysis (including but not limited to P&L, balance sheet & various accounts), establishing judgmental reserve balances in accordance with predefined deadlines.* Partner with various departments throughout Goodyear to implement effective financial analysis tools & procedures.* Demonstrate and apply 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.).* Works 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. Adheres to relevant compliance requirements for financial reporting (e.g., SOX, IFRS).* Assist with any special projects/assignments as applicable.**What We're Looking For*** Undergraduate Degree in accounting or finance.* 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.* Previous experience working in a manufacturing environment is highly desired.**What Will Set You Apart*** 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.* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint as well as well as Hyperion Planner & SAP.* Ability to manage concurrent deadlines & multiple priorities.* Ability to communicate to present information, both verbally & written effectively with all levels of the organization.#LI-AP3 #J-18808-Ljbffr