Accounting Associate (Accounts Payable)

Job description

Hankook Tire & Technology is a global leader in high-performance tire manufacturing, founded in 1941 and headquartered in Seoul, South Korea. As **the world’s seventh-largest tire producer,** Hankook operates advanced manufacturing facilities and offices in North America, including its U.S. headquarters in downtown Nashville, TN, and a state-of-the-art production plant in Clarksville, TN. The company delivers innovative tire solutions for passenger vehicles, trucks, motorsports, and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) worldwide. - **Global Innovation:** Pioneering innovative technologies and eco-friendly manufacturing practices. - **Career Growth:** Opportunities for internal mobility, leadership development, and continued learning. - **Employee-Focused Benefits:** Competitive health coverage, 401(k) with match, paid time off, ten paid holidays per year and employee discounts on tires. - **Inclusive Culture:** Committed to diversity, teamwork, and sustainability. **Location:** This position is located at our North American Headquarters in the AT&T (Batman) Building in downtown Nashville, TN. Enjoy a collaborative work environment from Nashville's most iconic building featuring company-paid on-site parking, a cafe, gym, dry-cleaning services, and more. **Work Style:** In-person, Monday - Friday **Job Purpose** As Hankook Tire continues to grow across the United States and internationally, we are excited to add an **Accounting Associate** to our Corporate Management team at our North American Headquarters in downtown Nashville. This position plays a key role in supporting the day-to-day accounting operations of the business, with primary responsibility for accounts payable, employee expense management, account reconciliations, and general ledger support. The role will also assist with tax compliance and reporting activities, month-end close, and other accounting functions to help ensure accurate financial reporting and operational efficiency. **Key Accountabilities** - Process vendor invoices accurately and timely through the accounts payable system. - Review, audit, and process employee expense reports to ensure compliance with company policies. - Maintain corporate credit card and expense management records, following up with employees as needed to resolve discrepancies. - Prepare and process vendor payments and assist with payment inquiries. - Reconcile vendor statements and resolve invoice or payment discrepancies. - Prepare account reconciliations and assist with month-end and year-end close activities. - Record journal entries and maintain accurate general ledger accounts. - Support internal and external audit requests by preparing documentation and schedules. - Assist with Sales & Use Tax filings and maintain resale and sales tax exemption certificates. - Assist with Federal Excise Tax, tire fee, property tax, and other required tax filings as assigned. - Support the preparation of 1099 reporting and annual tax documentation. - Register and renew business licenses and assist with required government filings, including economic surveys. - Research accounting and tax questions as needed to support compliance with U.S. GAAP and applicable federal, state, and local regulations. - Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, internal controls, and operational efficiencies. - Perform other accounting and finance duties as assigned. **Level of Accountabilities** - Individual contributor responsible for managing assigned accounting processes with accuracy and attention to detail. - Collaborates effectively with other teams. - Exercises sound judgment while maintaining confidentiality of financial information. **Core Competencies** - Good understanding of accounts payable and general accounting principles. - Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills. - Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. - Effective verbal and written communication skills. - Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications. - Experience with SAP or other ERP systems is preferred. - Commitment to accuracy, customer service, and continuous process improvement. **Qualifications** - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required. - Accounting degree preferred. - 0-2 years of accounting or accounts payable experience in a corporate environment preferred. - Experience processing employee expense reports and vendor invoices preferred. - Experience with SAP or a comparable ERP system preferred. - Working knowledge of general ledger accounting and account reconciliations preferred. - Exposure to Sales & Use Tax or other indirect tax compliance is a plus but not required. - Proficiency in Microsoft Excel required. *DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.* *Hankook Tire is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.*