Budget Specialist (Korean/English Bilingual)

Company Overview 

Hankook Tire & Technology is a global leader in high-performance tire manufacturing, founded in 1941 and headquartered in Seoul, South Korea. As the world’s seventh-largest tire producer, Hankook operates advanced manufacturing facilities and offices in North America, including its U.S. America Technical Center in Uniontown, Ohio. The company delivers innovative tire solutions for passenger vehicles, trucks, motorsports, and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) worldwide. 

About the Role: 

We’re looking for a detail-oriented and adaptable Budget Specialist to join our growing team within a global tire manufacturing & R&D environment. 

This is a unique opportunity for someone early in their finance/accounting career who is excited to work at the intersection of financial operations and global collaboration, especially with our R&D center and headquarters in South Korea. 

What You’ll Do: 

• Support monthly budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis


• Assist with month-end close and account reconciliations


• Monitor financial activity, invoices, and budget adjustments


• Contribute to annual business planning and capital investment processes


• Partner with cross-functional teams in the U.S. and Korea 

*Please note this is a sample of what you’ll be doing. This job requires you to be able to adapt to change quickly in order to deliver an exceptional customer experience. Your duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.  

What Makes This Role Unique: 

• Start with a 6–8 week training experience in South Korea


• Work directly with global teams and leadership


• Play a key role in bridging communication between U.S. operations and R&D in South Korea 

What We’re Looking For: 

• 3-5 years of experience in finance or accounting


• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field


• Fluency in Korean and English (required)


• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn


• Adaptability in a fast-paced, global environment 

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

Why Hankook? 

• Employee-Focused Benefits: 
  
  
  
  • Employer paid health coverage
  
  
  • 401(k) with match
  
  
  • Paid Time Off + Sick Days
  
  
  • 11 paid holidays per year
  
  
  • Employee discounts on tires. 
  
  
  
  

• Global Innovation: Pioneering innovative technologies and eco-friendly manufacturing practices. 

• Career Growth: Opportunities for internal mobility, leadership development, and continued learning. 


• Inclusive Culture: Committed to diversity, teamwork, and sustainability. 

*Hankook Tire is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or job applicant based on race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability or sex.