Specialist II, Accounting

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LG Energy Solution is the global leader in lithium-ion battery technology for electric vehicles and energy storage solutions.  Located in Queen Creek, Arizona, LG Energy Solution Arizona, Inc. is LG Group's first cylindrical battery manufacturer in North America, leading the widespread distribution of electric vehicles with the most advanced battery technology in the world.

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Job Summary:

At LG Energy Solution Arizona, Inc., the Specialist II, Accounting will play a key role in supporting day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, vendor registration, payment processing, ERS system voucher review, reconciliations, and financial reporting. This role is responsible for reviewing and validating vouchers, ensuring accurate accounting records, preparing reports for headquarters and internal stakeholders, and supporting compliance with company policies and accounting procedures in a fast-paced environment. 

Responsibilities:

• Process employee reimbursements, vendor invoices, expense reports, corporate card transactions, and voucher entries through the ERS system in accordance with company policies and approval procedures.
• Oversee vendor registration activities and ensure vendor information, payment documentation, and related records are accurate, complete, and properly maintained.
• Manage lease-related accounting, fixed asset tracking, corporate card program support, and related reporting to ensure accurate asset and expense records.
• Support month-end close activities by recognizing and accounting for expenses, ensuring required data is entered and approved, preparing journal entries, and reconciling general ledger and subsidiary accounts.
• Prepare, review, and track regular and special billings, reimbursement billings, accounts receivable activity, and related monthly reconciliations.
• Assist with monthly financial statements, annual financial statement preparation and filing, annual and mid-year budget preparation, and other reports for management and headquarters.
• Coordinate with the Purchasing Department to monitor accounts payable emails, invoice submissions, vendor communications, and outstanding documentation needs.
• Support audits by preparing documentation, reporting audit findings, reviewing accounting processes and controls, identifying discrepancies or non-compliance, training employees on accounting systems, and ensuring coordinator tasks remain on track for completion.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred. 
• 3+ years of experience in accounts payable, accounting, finance operations, or a related function.
• Experience working in a large company, manufacturing environment, or corporate accounting setting preferred.
• Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, cost control principles, and general accounting procedures.
• Ability to analyze financial data, prepare financial reports, and support month-end and year-end accounting activities.
• Working knowledge of federal and state financial regulations, internal controls, and compliance requirements.
• Experience using financial and accounting software applications, ERP systems, and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain accuracy, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed to communicate with headquarters and support time-sensitive accounting activities.

Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, financial reporting, and accounting system applications.
• Strong mathematics, analytical, and critical thinking skills with the ability to review financial data accurately.
• Strong multitasking and time management skills with the ability to prioritize deadlines and manage multiple accounting activities.
• Effective collaboration and coordination skills with the ability to work across departments, headquarters, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Sound judgment and decision-making skills with the ability to identify issues, assess risks, and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Strong complex problem-solving skills with the ability to advocate for process improvements, resolve discrepancies, and support accurate accounting operations.

Why should you work here?

1. Growth - You are a self-driven individual who seeks and captures the opportunities for growth we offer by acquiring and solving tasks.

2. Challenge - You reach beyond expectations and strive for innovative methods beyond the traditional.

3. Action - You are driven, take initiative, can execute decisions with agility and fulfill tasks to completion. 

4. Collaboration - You are enthusiastic about teamwork while respecting the different backgrounds and experience of colleagues.

EEO Statement

LG Energy Solution Arizona, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.