L-H Battery Company, Inc., located in Jeffersonville, Ohio, is a Joint venture of LG Energy Solution and Honda to manufacture large lithum-ion polymer batteries. Products from L-H Battery power a variety of innovative energy storage applications.
Summary:The Senior Tax Specialist leads complex tax compliance activities, manages multi-state tax obligations, and supports tax strategy for a large-size manufacturing facility. This position serves as a subject matter expert for indirect taxes, provides guidance to cross-functional teams, and works independently to ensure compliance, accuracy, and continuous improvement of tax processes.
Responsibilities:- Lead the preparation and review of complex tax filings, reconciliations, and manufacturing-specific tax programs.
- Prepare and file Sales and Use Tax returns and provide guidance to internal stakeholders regarding taxability and applicable requirements.
- Lead and manage state and local tax audits, including responding to information requests, coordinating with internal teams and external advisors, and resolving escalated issues.
- Prepare tax accruals, deferred tax analyses, year-end schedules, and supporting documentation for financial reporting.
- Monitor federal, state, and local tax legislation and regulatory changes and assess potential impacts to the business.
- Research complex tax matters and identify opportunities to optimize tax positions while maintaining compliance with applicable regulations.
- Prepare and maintain transfer pricing documentation for related-party transactions and analyze and explain transfer pricing matters to financial auditors and tax advisors.
- Prepare and file withholding tax returns and related documentation for parent companies.
- Serve as a subject matter expert and provide tax guidance and support to cross-functional teams and business stakeholders.
- Identify opportunities to improve tax processes, systems, and automation to increase efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
- Develop, maintain, and update standard operating procedures and other tax-related documentation.
- Manage multiple tax projects and priorities while ensuring timely and accurate completion of deliverables.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Education/Experience:- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field
- 5 to 7+ years of progressive tax experience; manufacturing experience preferred
- Experience with indirect taxes, multi-state tax compliance, and tax audits
- Experience with transfer pricing, withholding tax, and tax accounting preferred
Knowledge/Skills:- Advanced knowledge of indirect taxes and multi-state tax requirements
- Strong knowledge of tax compliance, research, and reporting processes
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and experience with ERP systems
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and resolve complex issues
- Strong leadership and collaboration skills with the ability to provide guidance to cross-functional teams
- Ability to identify process improvement opportunities and implement effective solutions
- Prompt and regular attendance within our onsite operations
Additional Requirements:- This role requires up to 5% of travel (domestic)
Are you ready to join us in our journey toward a better world? Start your future with us, where we are building tomorrow, together. Welcome to L-H Battery Company!
What differentiates L-H Battery and makes us an employer of choice?
Total Rewards:
- Competitive hourly compensation
- Paid time off, including vacation & paid holidays
- Ability to earn compensatory time off
- Industry leading benefit plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx)
- Shift premium (when assigned)
- 401K plan with company match
- Relocation assistance (if eligible)
Career Growth:
- Advancement opportunities
- Education reimbursement for continued learning
- Training and development programs
Additional Offerings:
- On-Site cafeteria
- On-Site recreational area
- On-Site wellness area
- Clean, climate-controlled environment
