Accounting Associate - CONTRACTOR

LG Electronics USA; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative leader in technology as an Accounting Associate, where you will play a vital role in reviewing customer files and supporting financial operations. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking company that values creativity and integrity. You'll engage in various responsibilities, from analyzing credit limits to supporting month-end closings, all while working in a collaborative environment that fosters professional growth. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in the world of finance and accounting, this role is for you.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Generous Paid Time Off

Performance-based Short-Term Incentives

Mental health resources

Paid parental leave

Group Rate Life and Disability Insurance

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in accounting & finance.
• Intermediate Excel skills required for data management.

Responsibilities

• Review and update customer files for credit limit recommendations.
• Collect and review vendor registration and payment histories.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Quantitative Skills

Technical Skills

Intermediate Excel Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Finance or Economics/Statistics

Job description

Step into the innovative world of LG Electronics. As a global leader in technology, LG Electronics is dedicated to creating innovative solutions for a better life. Our brand promise, 'Life's Good', embodies our commitment to ensuring a happier life for all. We have a rich history spanning over six decades and a global presence in over 290 locations. Our diverse portfolio includes Home Appliance Solutions, Media Entertainment Solutions, Vehicle Solutions, and Eco Solutions. Our management philosophy, "Jeong-do Management," embodies our commitment to high ethical standards and transparent operations. Grounded in the principles of 'Customer-Value Creation' and 'People-Oriented Management', these values shape our corporate culture, fostering creativity, diversity, and integrity. At LG, we believe in the power of collective wisdom through an inclusive work environment. Join us and become a part of a company that is shaping the future of technology. At LG, we strive to make Life Good for Everyone.

What we can offer:

A crafted employee experience designed to foster professional growth, a focus on health & well-being and an internal community that will set you up for success.

The Opportunity:

Driving better future mobility

VS (Vehicle component Solutions) Company (https://www.lg.com/global/mobility) of LG Electronics focuses on commercializing environmentally responsible automotive components and core solutions based on LG's proprietary technologies. A leading provider of core components for global car manufacturers, VS Company is supporting the emerging trend of the vehicle industry.

As the Accounting Associate - CONTRACTOR you will:

Responsibilities:

• The Accounting Associate is responsible for reviewing and updating new and existing customer files, requiring analytical, quantitative, and technical skills, in order to make a recommendation as to the appropriate credit limit and payment terms to be assigned to the customer. The Credit Associate will consult with the Manager and/or Senior Manager as needed to review the progress of various projects and the overall status of the department.


• The Accounting Associate is responsible for reviewing travel expense vouchers whether required expense receipts are attached, accounting COA are properly selected before approve. (15%)


• The Accounting Associate is responsible for reviewing payment histories to prevent duplication payments or wrong payments. (10%)


• The Accounting Associate is responsible for collecting, reviewing, submitting Vendor registration, modification, reactivation. (30%)


• The Accounting Associate is responsible for internal audit purpose collection of documents for sales sample testing, invoice, PODs, cash receipts (20%)


• The Accounting Associate is responsible for supporting Bank Reconciliation, check deposit and miscellaneous deposit. (10%)


• The Accounting Associate is responsible for supporting during month-end closing such as downloading data, organize reporting data. (15%)


• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

- Bachelor's degree in accounting or related majors in an accounting, finance or economics/statistics, and various business management
- 1+ years of relevant experience and knowledge in accounting & finance
- Intermediate Excel skills
- Ability to work early/late hours as required to communicate with HQ offices in Korea and to complete Global Financial Closing on time

Preferred:

- Understand intermediate accounting principles and cash flow management
- Ability to think critically and analytically
- Exercise attention to detail and excellent organization skills
- Possess effective, professional interpersonal skills

- Abilities to move or carry objects or merchandises during the inventory counting or any job required objects movement needed.

Benefits Offered Full-Time Employees:

• No-cost employee premiums for you and your eligible dependents for competitive medical, dental, vision and prescription benefits.


• Auto enrollment with immediate vesting of competitive company matching contributions in a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with several investment options.


• Generous Paid Time Off program that includes company holidays and a combined bank of paid sick and vacation time.


• Performance based Short-Term Incentives (varies by role).


• Access to confidential mental health resources to help you and your loved ones improve your quality of life. Personal fitness goal incentives.


• Family orientated benefits such as paid parental leave and support for families raising children with learning, social, behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities.


• Group Rate Life and Disability Insurance.

Benefits Offered Temporary/Contractors:

• Eligible for the relevant benefit programs offered through our partner agencies.

Privacy Notice to California Applicants

At LG, we aspire to empower people and celebrate differences because we believe diversity will create the unexpected. We provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Consistent with our commitment to providing equal opportunity and embracing diversity, LG has implemented affirmative action to ensure applicants are employed and employees are treated without regard to these characteristics.

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