Goodyear. Plus efficace.controllersan luís potosí, onsiteprimary purpose of the position:reporting operationally to the operations controller of north america and functionally to the plant finance business partner (fbp) while maintaining regular interaction/communication with the manager, manufacturing financial planning & analysis; this position is responsible for the accounting, plant financial and internal controls at the plant.this includes assisting in the monthly financial statement close and plant financial reporting, while maintaining effective internal controls in compliance with sarbanes-oxley (sox) and company policy.this position must coordinate with any centralized plant accounting groups (or other appropriate group) to complete certain routine monthly financial closing and analysis activities while managing local finance personnel (where applicable) to ensure completion of closing and analysis activities at the plant level.this position also is responsible for assisting the plant finance business partner in partnering with the plant leadership team, other sbu finance leadership and pbu finance leadership to ensure plant and finance goals and objectives are achieved and to develop people resources.principle duties and responsibilitiesassist in monthly/quarterly financial reporting, special analysis in the manufacturing plant. This includes monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statement closing procedures, account reconciliations, and establishing reserve balances, whether completed by a centralized plant accounting group or locally at the plant level. Ensure processes comply with us generally accepted accounting principles (gaap) and company policy. Responsible for statutory books and adjustments to required us gaap.ensure a strong internal control structure exists, operates effectively, and is adequately tested in accordance with sox. Ensure that identified control deficiencies and internal audit findings are resolved in a timely manner. Responsible for working with fbp to communicate clear messages to the plant leadership team and the plant accounting/finance department about the importance of internal controls.responsible for production cost information, as well as for plant investment studies, restructuring, and budget justification. Local oversight of the standard costing process involving coordination of production levels and cost bases with manufacturing financial planning and analysis and product business unit organizations.responsible for material cost information, including reconciliation of purchase price variance, financial analysis of all specification changes, analysis of material manufacturing variances, and monthly inventory results.oversee controls over shipping and receiving. Monitor work in progress (wip) inventory to determine appropriate estimated value monthly. Manage or participate (as applicable to the local sbu process) in quarterly representation letter and sox certification processes. Ensure that proper assurance procedures are completed and communicated to the business leadership team.educationbachelor's degree with a major in a business-related field (i.e., accounting, finance, economics, etc.). An advanced degree (i.e., m.b.a., other advanced degree) or certification (i.e., cpa, cma, etc.) is desirable.experienceminimum of 5 to 10 years of progressively responsible experience in accounting/analysis, with at least 3 to 5 years in a leading management role (increasing requirements based on the size and complexity of the plant). Minimum of 3 to 5 years of plant-level accounting and standard costing experience.knowledge & skillstrack record of achieving measurable business objectives.deep understanding of us gaap, accounting for complex transactions, and internal controls in compliance with sox.strong knowledge, understanding, and practical skills in relevant systems (i.e., erp system (preferably sap), ms office products, hyperion or similar application) as applicable to the region.experience in building a high-performance financial team, developing talent for the organization as demonstrated by the advancement and success of team members.consulting skills, including the ability to leverage ideas from key team members and translate them into meaningful strategies and plans.change management experience, focused on getting large groups to "buy in" to new processes and techniques.interpersonal skills that quickly establish and maintain excellent relationships and credibility. Creates a team atmosphere while achieving key objectives.develops team members through coaching and feedback on results. Shares personal knowledge and experiences. Takes decisive action on performance issues.demonstrates a high level of understanding of how key accounting decisions impact business units and forecasted operational/cash flow results.company overviewgoodyear is one of the world's largest tire companies. It employs approximately 74,000 people and manufactures its products in 57 facilities located in 23 countries around the world. Its two innovation centers located in akron, ohio, and colmar-berg, luxembourg, strive to develop cutting-edge products and services that will become industry benchmarks in technology and performance. To learn more about goodyear and its products, visit http://www.goodyear.com/corporate.
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