Staff Accountant

SK Innovation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SK GC Americas Inc. is seeking a on-site Accountant in Houston to manage the full accounting cycle and maintain accurate records of assets, liabilities, and expenses. The role emphasizes on-site presence for internal controls and coordination with finance leadership.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, 1+ year of experience, and SAP proficiency. You will work with auditors and tax agents, ensuring proper documentation and compliance across IFRS and US GAAP frameworks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent.
• 1+ years of professional experience in accounting or finance.
• SAP proficiency preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare general ledger entries and month-end closing.
• Process vendor payments and employee expenses.
• Prepare state sales tax returns and assist with tax filings.
• Coordinate with auditors and provide requested documentation.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS and US GAAP policies.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Data management

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Discretion

Accountability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

SAP

Job description

Analyze financial information and prepare financial reports to determine or maintain record of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liability, and other financial activities within the organization. This role provides management with accurate and timely financial information by researching, analyzing accounts, and preparing financial statements. Due to the nature of the role, this position requires consistent on-site presence at the Houston office.

Essential Functions:

This position requires physical presence in the Houston office due to internal control requirements, banking authorization responsibilities, access to secure financial systems, handling of physical records, and in-person coordination with internal and external stakeholders. These essential functions must be performed on-site regardless of the physical location of the reporting manager.

• Prepare for complete accounting cycle, including opening, posting entries to general ledger and month-end closing.
• Prepare related-party transaction reports and quarterly footnote reporting packages for consolidation with headquarters in South Korea.
• Review, verify, and prepare vouchers for vendor payments and employee travel and expense reimbursements, including examination of original supporting documentation maintained on-site.
• Prepare and file state sales tax returns accurately and in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with tax agents and provide required documentation for annual tax filings.
• Develop, implement, modify, and document accounting and recordkeeping systems in coordination with on-site finance leadership.
• Train new employees in person on SAP and the company’s accounting policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with auditors and provide documentation and explanations for quarterly reviews and annual audits.
• Extract and analyze accounting transactions from SAP and prepare reports for the Finance Manager using secure on-site systems.
• Ensure income and expenses are properly recorded in accordance with IFRS, U.S. GAAP, and company accounting policies.
• Review and authorize bank transactions as an authorized signer and security administrator, in compliance with internal control requirements.
• Provide assistance with government and regulatory documentation maintained in physical or secure formats.
• Main accruals and related accounting records within SAP.

Knowledge, Skills, and Other Abilities:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Strong aptitude for data management and working with numbers
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong multitasking skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• High level of productivity and accountability

Physical & On-Site Requirements:

• This position is performed entirely on-site at the Houston, TX office. Regular or hybrid work arrangements are not available for this role.
• Regular, predictable, and punctual on-site attendance during standard business hours is an essential function of the job.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment and handle, organize, and maintain physical financial files.
• Ability to move between departments as required by business needs.
• Ability to lift and carry office supplies, files, and packages weighing up to 20 lbs.
• Ability to travel locally for bank-related activities, vendor visits, audits, or meetings as required.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent education

Preferred:

• 1+ years of professional experience in accounting, finance, or related functions
• Proficient in SAP

Work Authorization:

Candidates for regular U.S. positions must be a U.S. citizen or national, or an alien admitted as permanent resident, refugee, asylee, or temporary resident under 8 U.S.C. 1160(a) or 1255(a)(1). Individuals with temporary visas (such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN) or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future are not eligible for hire.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

SK GC Americas Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental disability, age, military status or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition (including, but not limited to, cancer related or HIV/AIDS related), genetic information, or sexual orientation in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

ADA & Accommodation Notice:

The duties listed above describe the general nature and level of work required for this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills.

This job description identifies essential functions under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

These functions are fundamental to the role and require consistent on-site performance due to operational, security, compliance, and business necessity considerations. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be evaluated in accordance with applicable law; however, because physical presence is an essential function of this position, remote work or telecommuting is not considered a reasonable accommodation for this role.