Senior Manager Technical Accounting

JOB DESCRIPTION
This role is hybrid on-site (3) days a week at our Northbrook or Chicago office
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Manager, Technical Accounting, to join our dynamic team reporting to the Director, Technical Accounting. This role is pivotal in ensuring compliance with accounting standards, driving financial accuracy and providing strategic guidance on complex accounting matters. The ideal candidate will have extensive technical accounting experience, a strong leadership presence and a passion for cross-functional collaboration. This is a high-visibility role which offers significant individual responsibility and the opportunity to influence decision-making at an industry-leading organization.
RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducts thorough technical accounting research and analysis on complex accounting issues, including preparing detailed memos and other documentation. Presents conclusions to senior leadership as needed, influencing strategic decision-making within the organization
• Develops accounting policies and works with various teams to ensure consistent application and adherence to US GAAP
• Owns purchase accounting activities related to the company's acquisitions, including valuation of intangible assets, as well as accounting considerations related to divestitures
• Stays informed of emerging accounting trends, regulations, and best practices to proactively address potential impacts to the organization
• Leads internal trainings to educate participants and upskill the organization on the company's accounting policies, as well as emerging topics and regulatory developments
• Builds relationships and collaborates with cross-functional areas, including corporate accounting, business leads, FP&A, legal, IT and human resources, to assess and address accounting implications of business transactions and initiatives
• Provides assistance to external auditors as needed throughout the year
• Identifies opportunities for continuous improvement in areas of responsibility
• Leads or is a key participant in special projects, such as implementation of new accounting standards and other strategic initiatives, as required

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QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in accounting; US CPA required
• 8+ years of progressive experience in technical accounting, with a deep understanding of US GAAP. Big four experience is strongly desired
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and make informed decisions
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with a proven ability to interact effectively with senior management and external auditors
• Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Highly organized, accurate and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage numerous deliverables simultaneously with a sense of urgency
• Strong proficiency in Excel is a plus

What You Will Experience Working at UL Solutions:

• 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: 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.