Accounting and Tax Specialist

Ultium Cells LLC
Michigan
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

We are seeking a Tax Senior Specialist with strong U.S. tax experience to join our team. This role is critical in managing the timely and accurate filing of Ultium’s tax returns and ensuring proper tax reporting and accruals in our financial systems. As Ultium’s business continues to grow, the ideal candidate will also support tax planning, incentives, audits, and compliance across multiple tax areas.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Lead compliance and analysis for U.S. federal, state, and local taxes, including income, sales/use, property, and gross receipts taxes
  • Manage tax accounting processes, including accurate recording, reconciliation, and resolution of tax liabilities and expenses
  • Oversee compliance and reporting activities performed by external tax service providers
  • Advise on tax implications of new business initiatives and investments
  • Identify and support opportunities for tax savings and cash flow improvements
  • Collaborate with IT on system enhancements or implementations that affect tax reporting
  • Manage tax audits and respond to inquiries from tax authorities
  • Monitor tax law changes and assess potential business impacts

Qualifications

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Required Skills

  • Minimum of 5 years of tax experience in public accounting or a large corporate tax department
  • Strong technical knowledge of U.S. tax laws and tax accounting
  • Highly organized, self-motivated, and able to work both independently and cross-functionally
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

Preferred

  • CPA and/or advanced degree in taxation
  • Experience working with manufacturing companies

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.
Posted 2025-08-07

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