Specialist I, Internal Audit

LG Energy Solution; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision premiums for 1

Disability and life insurance

Paid time off

Diversity/global environment

401k match

Job summary

LG Energy Solution Michigan Inc. is seeking an Internal Audit Specialist to conduct audits across risk management, controls, and compliance, ensuring efficiency and integrity in operations.

You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams, support investigations, and promote Jeong-Do Management principles, while maintaining 5S3R standards at the site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Admin, or Communications (preferred).
• Bilingual proficiency in Korean and English; Spanish a plus.
• 1 year of internal audit experience preferred.
• Knowledge of SOX and general financial accounting.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct internal audits across processes and controls.
• Draft reports, present findings, and propose improvements.
• Collaborate with external auditors for annual audits.
• Investigate whistleblower reports and perform fact finding.
• Promote corporate ethics and Jeong-Do Management principles.
• Maintain 5S3R standards and site cleanliness.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Admin, or Communications (preferred)

Bilingual proficiency in Korean and English

Spanish language not required but preferred

Ability to work flexible hours and travel as needed

Strong ownership and accountability

Strong decision-making, analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Experience with SOX and internal controls

Job description

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!www.lgenergymi.com

Summary

As an Internal Audit Specialist, you will perform audits of the company’s business processes through independent and objective evaluation by assessing risk management, operational efficiency, compliance with applicable standards and guidelines, and sufficiency of internal controls.

Responsibilities:

Internal Audits

• Plan and conduct a comprehensive audit program that assesses risk management, operational efficiency and internal controls across various business processes and operations
• Draft and present reports of findings and analysis; identify and recommend revisions and improvements to business operations and processes
• Collaborate with external auditors to provide information needed for the annual audit

Investigations

• Interview, conduct fact-finding, and develop audit documents to support findings and recommendations
• Conduct internal investigations into whistleblower reports according to Jeong-Do Management guidelines

Risk Prevention and Mitigation

• Oversee the operating effectiveness of the business process controls with a focus on Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX)
• Collaborate cross-functionally with other business departments to proactively identify risks and inefficiencies within controls and processes
• Partner with other business departments to develop creative and effective solutions to mitigate risk and positively remediate audit issues

Education and Promotion of LG’s Corporate Ethics (Jeong-Do Management)

• Plan a comprehensive corporate ethics program to promote Jeong-Do Management principles
• Develop and create educational materials to strengthen corporate ethics that reflect Jeong-Do Management principles
• Promote Jeong-Do Management principles throughout the organization and key stakeholders

Maintain cleanliness at the work-site in accordance with 5S3R Standards

• Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain
• Right Location, Right Quantity, Right Container
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Communication is preferred, but not required)
• Bilingual proficiency in Korean and English is required (additional proficiency in Spanish is highly preferred)

Experience

• 1 year of related experience within Internal Audit (preferred, but not required)
• Knowledge of general financial accounting and reporting
• Knowledge and experience relating to Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX)
• Experience in identifying controls, developing and executing test plans
• Specialized knowledge in manufacturing processes, such as quality, production planning, procurement, etc. are also strongly preferred.

Skills

• Ability to work flexible hours as needed to support and work with HQ and global sites
• Ability to travel based on business need
• Demonstrated ownership and accountability
• Strong decision-making, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Document records clearly and efficiently
• Handle difficult conversations professionally
• Strong project management
• Work cross functionally

Benefits Overview

• 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