What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finance Manager - Southeast Division position at Bridgestone Americas?
Company Overview
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. (BSAM), headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, and Bridgestone Europe, Middle East and Africa (BSEMEA), headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, operate collectively as a “Bridgestone West” strategic region. This region services the strategic business needs of teams across the Americas, Europe, Middle East and Africa. BSAM and BSEMEA are subsidiaries of Bridgestone Corporation, globally headquartered in Japan. Bridgestone and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand products and solutions to address the needs of a broad range of customers and industries. At Bridgestone, you are Free to Be We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they bring their whole self to work. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses. We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. So, show us what you are made of, because who you are is what we need.
Position Summary
We’re currently looking for a Finance Manager for Southeast Division Operations to join our team in Nashville.
This role plays a critical role in providing strategic decision support, operational financial guidance, and value-added analysis for Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO). The position will report to the business CFO and have a strong business partnership with the Division Vice President, working extensively with the retail senior leadership team, field operations, and HQ Finance team. The specific scope of responsibility includes 1 direct report in support of 660 company-owned retail stores in the Southeast segment of the U.S.
*** This role can be located fully REMOTE from any location in FL or HYBRID schedule in office Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday @ Bridgestone HQ in Nashville, TN. 10-20% domestic and International travel required. ***
Responsibilities
Financial Performance & Analysis – Provide performance metrics, P&L trend analysis, and profitability insights to improve efficiency and financial outcomes.
Strategic Business Partnership – Collaborate with senior leaders and the Division VP to develop and implement strategic plans while acting as a trusted financial advisor.
Operational Accountability – Partner with regions to ensure financial discipline, manage budget planning, and drive accountability for results.
Financial Controls & Compliance – Maintain a strong control environment, oversee audits, and ensure compliance with financial policies to protect company assets.
Advanced Analytics & Reporting – Lead KPI reporting, build performance dashboards, and enhance financial disciplines across the organization.
Leadership & Special Projects – Direct a finance team, influence indirect reports, engage in enterprise-wide projects, and drive fact-based decision-making.
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance / MBA Preferred
Strong cross-functional leadership, support and communication skills
5-7 years of finance and operating leadership experience
Experience managing direct reports with remote team management a plus
Advanced financial modeling and Excel skills
Strong working knowledge of retail a plus
