Accountant II

Responsibilities

• Manage month-end close activities, including preparing journal entries and uploading financial results
• Contribute to the annual audit by preparing required documentation and deliverables
• Support the integrity of internal controls by maintaining proper documentation and assisting with control testing
• Provide guidance and review the work of junior staff or interns as needed
• Respond to financial information requests from the parent company in a timely and accurate manner
• Support the Tax Manager with federal and state income tax compliance, including preparation of returns and workpapers
• Assist with tax audits conducted by federal, state, and local taxing authorities

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• 4-7+ years of full-cycle accounting experience in a corporate or public accounting environment
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and general accounting principles
• Proven experience with month-end and year-end close processes
• Knowledge of internal controls and audit processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA, CMA, CFA, or similar professional certification
• Experience working within a multinational or global organization
• Experience with SAP or other ERP systems
• Background in public accounting

About the Company

LG Chem connects science to life for a better future. We are a world-class corporation dedicated to creating new value for our customers through advanced science and chemistry.