Budget Specialist

Budget Specialist

A Growing International Tire Company located in the Greater Akron / Canton, Ohio area is looking to hire an experienced Financial and Corporate Budget Specialist.

The Financial and Corporate Budget Specialist will support budgeting, financial coordination, and related corporate finance activities with a strong focus on cross-border collaboration with Korea. This role requires a solid accounting or finance foundation combined with cultural awareness, adaptability, and strong interpersonal skills. The position is intended to localize responsibilities currently supported by a dispatcher based in Korea and to enhance long-term operational continuity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support corporate budgeting, forecasting, and financial coordination activities in alignment with global standards
• Act as a key liaison between local operations and Korean stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and alignment
• Interpret, adapt, and execute accounting and budgeting processes with flexibility while maintaining accuracy and compliance
• Provide financial insights and support to management as needed
• Assist with process documentation, knowledge transfer, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams within a global corporate environment

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Mid-level background in accounting, finance, or a related discipline
• Strong understanding of budgeting and financial principles
• Professional proficiency in the Korean language
• Experience working in a global or multinational corporate environment
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in less rigid, evolving processes
• High degree of adaptability, cultural sensitivity, and interpersonal effectiveness

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with the company's industry or similar sectors
• Strong understanding of Korean business practices and culture
• Born in Korea (preferred but not required)

Cultural Fit and Personal Attributes:

• Flexible and adaptable approach to processes and problem-solving
• Strong cultural awareness, particularly in Korean corporate and social contexts
• Ability to build trust and credibility across geographic and cultural boundaries
• Proactive, collaborative, and solution-oriented mindset

Onboarding and Travel Requirements:

• Willingness to travel to Korea for approximately 2–3 weeks as part of the onboarding process to gain firsthand exposure to processes, systems, and organizational culture

Note: Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Candidates are required to pass a Criminal Background Check and a 10 Panel Drug Screen. Only U.S. Citizens or persons with a Green Card work permit may apply. Due to the large amount of resumes we expect to receive only the most qualified candidates will be contacted. We will retain all other resumes for any future job considerations.