Accounting Specialist II

LG Energy Solution Michigan, Inc.•Westborough, MA

21h

About The Position

The Accounting specialist II reports to the Accounting Manager. Their primary focus is generating day-to-day accounting entries, preparing reconciliations, and assisting the Finance Team as it pertains to business needs. They are accountable for learning and understanding the interdependencies between the accounting workflow processes and how they impact other departments in meeting their monthly closing goals. They must develop a functional and collaborative working relationship with other departments to facilitate information sharing and to understand who their internal customers are and what their needs are. Vertech is growing quickly and integrating systems with our parent company located in Korea, to improve accuracy and efficiency of all financial transactions and processes. The person in this role needs to be flexible and willing to take on additional tasks as needed in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Requirements

Knowledge of ERP/Accounting software
Proficient with Excel, Word, Microsoft Office
Experience in AP
General knowledge of Fixed Assets
Highly detail oriented and organized
Good communication skills
Exceptional time management skills
Critical thinker who gathers and analyzes pertinent details before making a decision or drawing a conclusion
Ability to accept and adapt to a changing environment
Performs duties with a process improvement and customer service mentality
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or equivalent work experience
Basic knowledge of GAAP required
1-3 years’ experience in accounting

Responsibilities

Manage the timely analysis and reconciliation of various balance sheet accounts
Research discrepancies in variance analysis and meet with business partners to understand key drivers
Accurately process GL postings and make adjustments where required; proactively follow up on any items that need adjustment
Supporting month-end and year-end closing procedures
Assist with internal and external audits as needed
Other projects as assigned such as participating in the systems integration, reorganizing information, and gathering data and reports for auditors
Organizing and maintaining financial documents for audits and reviews
Answer general accounting inquiries from internal stakeholders
Create CAPEX projects within company ERP
Assists with record retention and organization of the Accounting Department.