The Goodyear Tire & Rubber

Plant Controller

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber • $85K — $110K *
Clarksdale, MS 38614In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
More than 3 months ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Undergraduate Degree in accounting, finance, economics, or a related field.
  • Preferred Advanced Degree (MBA or similar) or professional certification (CPA, CMA).
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting/financial analysis, ideally in manufacturing.
  • People leadership experience is highly desirable.
  • Thorough understanding of US GAAP and SOX compliance.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the monthly/quarterly financial reporting and analyses at the manufacturing plant.
  • Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal audit standards, managing local physical inventory processes.
  • Support production cost information, financial reporting, and budgets associated with plant investments.
  • Develop talent within the finance organization and oversee succession planning for finance roles.
  • Summarize and communicate financial operating results clearly to assess business effectiveness.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work closely with the Plant Leadership Team.
  • Role offers significant influence on plant financial performance.
  • Development of finance talent as a core responsibility.
  • Onsite position with standard weekday hours (8 AM - 5 PM).
  • Exposure to cross-functional partner engagement and financial strategy insights.
Full Job Description
As a Plant Controller, you will be pivotal in overseeing plant accounting, financial performance, and internal controls while supporting manufacturing and operational objectives. You will lead monthly financial close and reporting activities, ensuring compliance with SOX requirements and company policies through strong internal controls. This role coordinates with cross-functional partners and external resources to deliver accurate financial analysis and timely results, while managing local finance personnel as applicable. As a key partner to the Plant Leadership Team and broader finance leadership, you will help drive plant performance, achieve financial goals, and develop finance talent.

What You'll Do
  • Assist in the monthly/quarterly financial reporting, special analyses at the manufacturing plant. Ensure processes are compliant with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Company Policy. Manage local annual physical inventory process.
  • Ensure that a robust internal control structure is in place, functioning effectively, and appropriately tested in accordance with SOX. Ensure that identified control and internal audit gaps are remediated on a timely basis.
  • Responsible for supporting production cost information and all Financials as well as any studies on plant investments, restructuring, and budget justification. Local oversight of the Standard Cost setting process. Responsible for material cost information.
  • Involved in developing talent for the finance organization, including development of professionals within the business and succession planning for key finance roles.
  • Understand and have an ability to summarize and communicate clearly the financial and operating results of the plants in order to measure progres against objectives and assess the effectiveness of decisions made.


What We're Looking For
  • Undergraduate Degree with a concentration in a business related field (i.e. accounting, finance, economics, etc.).
  • Desired Advanced Degree (i.e. MBA, other advanced degree) or certification (i.e. CPA, CMA, etc.).
  • A minimum of 5 years of accounting and/or financial analysis experience (preferably in a large corporate or manufacturing organization).
  • People leadership experience is preferred.


What Will Set You Apart
  • Thorough understanding of US GAAP, accounting for complex transactions and internal controls in compliance with SOX.
  • Knowledge of relevant systems (ERP systems with SAP preferred, MS office, Hyperion, etc.
  • High level of understanding of how key accounting decisions impact the business units and forecasted operating results/cash flows.
  • Able to analyze and grasp a situation quickly from different perspectives and create well-reasoned solutions.
  • Excellent leadership, consulting, coaching, training, organization, interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to coach, influence, and guide teams through change.


Additional Details

  • Relocation Available: No


  • Sponsorship Available: No


  • Workplace Type: Onsite


  • Typical Schedule: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM


#LI-FG1

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.

If you need reasonable accommodation to complete the online application, or any other part of the employment process, please contact the Goodyear Candidate Care Line at 330.796.4500.

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

About The Goodyear Tire & Rubber

Goodyear is one of the world's largest tire companies, with operations in most regions of the world. Together with its subsidiaries and joint ventures, Goodyear develops, markets and sells tires for most applications.

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Join the dynamic team at The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, a global leader in tire manufacturing, where innovation drives us forward and a commitment to excellence is shared across our global network. This is an unparalleled opportunity to advance your career with a company that is at the forefront of technological and environmental advancements in the industry.

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At The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, you will be part of a culture that thrives on diversity, leadership, and professional growth. Engage in work that pushes the boundaries of what's possible in tire technology and services, contributing to a safer, more efficient world.

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Whether you are looking for job opportunities, seeking to participate in a professional internship, or aiming to climb the leadership ladder, The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company offers a path for everyone. Our commitment to professional growth is evident in our robust training programs, including diversity training and leadership development, designed to empower you to reach your full potential.

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Learn more about The Goodyear Tire & Rubber
Size
72,000 employees
Market Cap
$2.7 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
-$1.2 billion
Founded
1998
5 Year Trend
+2.9%
Revenue
$12.3 billion
NASDAQ
GT
* Ladders Estimates

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