Tax Manager

Overview

LG Energy Solution Michigan Inc. (LGESMI) develops and manufactures large lithium-ion polymer batteries and packs for electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage applications. Come join the leader in advanced EV batteries!

Tax Manager
-External Title (Sr. Specialist) will focus on tax planning, research, and compliance with a particular emphasis on monitoring political and regulatory changes that may impact tax and accounting treatments. The Senior Tax Analyst will be providing strategic insights to leadership and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders across North America and HQ.

• Develop tax-efficient strategies to optimize company benefit realization while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
• Monitor emerging tax legislation, political developments, and regulatory guidance to assess potential impacts on the business
• Analyze and model the financial impact of federal and state tax credit programs (e.g., AMPC, ITC, IRA provisions, Government Incentives, etc.)

• Interpret new and existing tax laws, rulings, and guidance; communicate implications for corporate tax positions
• Prepare scenario analyses and position papers to support executive decision-making
• Provide technical support on tax accounting matters under U.S. GAAP/IFRS, particularly relating to credits and incentives

• Partner with Finance, Accounting, Legal, Operations, and external advisors to ensure proper documentation, reporting, and compliance
• Act as a key liaison between U.S. operations and Headquarters, ensuring alignment on tax strategies, policies, and reporting standards
• Support business planning processes by integrating tax considerations into forecasts and investment analyses

• Review and verify the accuracy of tax filings, documentation, and provisions, ensuring all submissions comply with federal, state, and local regulations
• Ensure accurate documentation of positions taken, including defense files for IRS or state audits
• Participate in internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) as it relates to taxes and credits

This position is not a managerial role but a senior role that requires someone who is a subject matter expert.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field
• Advanced degree and/or CPA preferred
• Additional tax certifications (e.g., CMI, JD) preferred
• 6+ years of public accounting or large corporation tax experience in a multi-entity or cross-border environment
• Strong tax technical and analytical proficiency with U.S. taxes and comprehensive knowledge of U.S. corporate tax regulations and compliance practices
• Ability to work autonomously and effectively with various functions (Legal, Controllership, Treasury) and all levels of personnel
• Proficiency in SAP is a plus
• Motivated, team-oriented, self-starter, adept at working in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
• Bilingual proficiency in Korean and English (reading, speaking, and writing) is preferred

• 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision premiums for you and your family
• 100% employer-paid disability and life insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off / Holidays
• Opportunity to grow in a diverse work environment with a global company
• 401k Retirement savings and planning with a generous company match

LGESMI is an Equal Opportunity employer that values the diversity of its workforce. EEO