ESG Control & Reporting Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION
This role is hybrid on-site (3) days a week in Northbrook or Chicago, IL
We are seeking a highly skilled ESG Controller to lead the development and implementation of Financial Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) controls related to our ESG initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance, compliance, and ESG practices, with the ability to design, monitor, and enhance the internal control framework as it pertains to ESG reporting and operations. This role will directly contribute to the integrity, sustainability, and accountability of our company's ESG commitments.
RESPONSIBILITIES
SOX Compliance:

• Develop and implement SOX controls related to ESG reporting and initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and standards regarding ESG data and reporting.
• Collaborate with finance and compliance teams to align ESG controls with overall financial controls.

ESG Reporting:

• Oversee the preparation and accuracy of ESG-related financial reports.
• Participate in the validation and verification processes of ESG data to ensure reliability and transparency.
• Work with external auditors during ESG-related audits and ensure timely resolution of findings.

Risk Management:

• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with ESG activities in relation to financial reporting.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and internal control evaluations specific to ESG factors.

Policy Development & Training:

• Develop and implement policies and procedures related to ESG compliance and reporting.
• Provide training and guidance to staff on ESG controls and compliance requirements.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Collaborate with various departments including Operations, HR, Legal, and Investor Relations to integrate ESG considerations into business processes.
• Engage with stakeholders to communicate ESG initiatives and compliance efforts.

Continuous Improvement:

• Monitor industry trends and regulatory changes related to ESG and SOX compliance to ensure the company remains at the forefront of best practices.
• Recommend enhancements to internal control processes to strengthen ESG governance.

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QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA or Master's degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in finance, accounting, or compliance roles, with a focus on ESG practices and SOX controls.
• Strong understanding of ESG frameworks and reporting standards (e.g., GRI, SASB, TCFD).
• Proven experience in developing and implementing internal controls.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information to diverse audiences.
• Professional certification (e.g., CPA, CIA, CISA) is a plus.

What you'll experience working at UL:

• Mission: For UL Solutions, corporate and social responsibility isn't new. Making the world a safer, more secure and sustainable place has been our business model for the last 130 years and is deeply engrained in everything we do.
• People: Ask any UL Solutions employee what they love most about working here, and you'll almost always hear, "the people." Going beyond what is possible is the standard at UL Solutions. We're able to deliver the best because we employ the best.
• Interesting work: Every day is different for us here as we eagerly anticipate the next innovation that our customers create. We're inspired to take on the challenge that will transform how people live, work and play. And as a global company, in many roles, you will get international experience working with colleagues around the world.
• Grow & achieve: We learn, work and grow together with targeted development, reward and recognition programs as well as our very own UL University that offers extensive training programs for employees at all stages, including a technical training track for applicable roles.
• Total Rewards: All employees at UL Solutions are eligible for bonus compensation. UL Solutions offers a generous 401k matching structure of up to 5% of eligible pay. Additionally, we invest an additional 4% into your retirement saving fund after your first year of continuous employment. We provide Healthcare Reimbursement Accounts and Health Savings Accounts that UL Solutions contributes to twice per year! Depending on your role, you can work with your manager on flexible working arrangements. We also provide employees with paid time off including vacation, holiday, sick and volunteer time off.

ABOUT US
A global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions (NYSE: ULS) transforms safety, security and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 110 countries. UL Solutions delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, that support our customers' product innovation and business growth. The UL Mark serves as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers' products and reflects an unwavering commitment to advancing our safety mission. We help our customers innovate, launch new products and services, navigate global markets and complex supply chains, and grow sustainably and responsibly into the future. Our science is your advantage.