Ultium Cells Overview
Ultium Cells, LLC. is a joint venture Lithium-ion automotive battery cell manufacturing plant between LG Energy Solution, Ltd., and General Motors. This high-technology plant is a new construction that has the latest in battery cell manufacturing technology. This $2.3 billion investment is among the largest battery cell manufacturing plants in the world. Ultium Cells produces battery cells for General Motors’ North American electric vehicle applications.
Ultium Cells’ partners include LG Energy Solution, Ltd.; the world’s largest manufacturer of automotive battery cells, and General Motors; a global company committed to delivering safer, better and more sustainable ways for people to get around.
Job Description
Ultium Cells are looking for an Accounting Team Leader who is passionate about accounting, cost analysis, and understanding how business transactions impact company performance. This role will lead the accounting team and work closely with FP&A, Internal Controls, and Treasury teams to support production, sales, and overall financial operations.
The ideal candidate will not only manage day-to-day accounting activities but also analyze data to drive process improvements and support decision-making.
Primary Responsibilities
- Lead and manage all accounting operations, including journal entries, reconciliations, and month/quarter/year-end closing
- Supervise a team of 3 accounting staff
- Coordinate internal and external audits
- Oversee product costing and ensure proper cost data is integrated into the SAP system
- Monitor and improve inventory control processes
- Work with FP&A on actuals reporting and analysis
- Prepare ad hoc reports and support special projects
- Handle sensitive financial information with professionalism
Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Required Skills
- 10+ years of experience in accounting or finance roles
- Strong leadership, organizational, and analytical skills
- Good communication and time management
- Experience with financial reporting and data analysis
Preferred Skills
- SAP experience
- Bilingual in English and Korean
- Experience in the manufacturing industry
Total Rewards Information
We offer market-competitive compensation including base pay and incentive compensation opportunities based on the achievement of Company goals. We offer employees paid time off to refresh and recharge. Our total rewards program is designed to enrich your life at work and includes the following benefits:
- Blue Cross – Blue Shield Health Care
- 100% Employer paid medical, dental and vision
- Up to 20 paid holidays a year but no less than 17 paid holidays
- Tuition Assistance for continuing education
- Vehicle Discount Program on General Motors branded vehicles
- Communication Stipend for Personal Cell Phone
- Comfortable air-conditioned work environment
Ultium Cells LLC Is An Equal Opportunity Employer
We extend equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy status, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic disposition or any other reason protected by law.
Ultium Cells will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which Visa-sponsorship will be provided. Individuals who need sponsorship for work authorization, now or in the future, are not eligible for hire for this role.
Employee may be exposed to or working with hazardous materials and/or hazardous waste. Upon hire, employee will receive initial Environmental training over RCRA, SWPPP, SPCC, and emergency escalation. Annual refresher training will be completed every year after to fulfill the requirements of 40 CFR. Other training to be provided as required.
