Corporate Accounting and Tax Staff Accountant

“We connect science to life for a better future.”

With 50,000 patents, 20,000 employees and 58 locations worldwide, LG Chem is one of the largest science and chemical companies in the world. With its rapid growth, LG Chem endeavors to become a ‘Global Top 5 Chemical Company’ with a balanced business portfolio that has a competitive advantage across the globe, including business divisions in petrochemicals, advanced materials, life sciences, and a subsidiary specializing in batteries.

LG Chem is a leading chemical company in Korea that has continuously achieved growth through relentless challenges and innovation since its establishment in 1947. From the infrangible facial cream lid to the worlds most advanced batteries, LG Chem has turned dreams into reality and enriched our lives for 70 years. Building upon a balanced and globally competitive business portfolio, LG Chem manufactures a wide range of products from high-value added petrochemicals to renewable plastics, specializing in cutting-edge electronic and battery materials such as cathodes, as well as drugs and vaccines to deliver differentiated solutions for its customers.

Beyond a chemical company, LG Chem will become a leading science-oriented corporation that creates value for our customers and is committed to reaching carbon-neutral growth by 2030 and net-zero emissions by 2050 by managing the impacts of climate change and making positive contributions to society through renewable energy and responsible supply chains.

We are actively searching for a career minded Accountant who is looking to expand his/her knowledge and experience to add to our Corporate Accounting and Finance team in Atlanta, GA. This position requires 1-4 years of experience with full cycle accounting mixed with various areas of tax. This is an opportunity for International exposure and being part of growing organization. This position is based in our Corporate office in the Buckhead area of Atlanta, GA.

Responsibilities

• Participate in month end close, prepare journal entries, upload financial results, and support other closing tasks.
• Contribute to the annual audit by preparing necessary deliverables.
• Support external auditors to ensure the integrity of internal controls, maintain supporting evidence, and assist with their testing.
• Respond to financial information requests from LG Chem Corporate in Korea.
• Perform all the accounting tasks underthe team leader’s guidance and company’s policy.
• Support the tax manager for federal and state income tax returns compliance process and work paper preparations for the all its affiliates.
• Responds to notices and inquiries from various taxing authorities.
• Assists with tax audits from various taxing authorities.

Experience Requirements / Competencies

• BS Accounting or other relevant degree
• 1-4 years public accounting firm or corporate accounting experience
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Attention to detail with strong analytical skills

Additional or Preferred Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word
• Experience with SAP a plus

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.