Manager, Technical Accounting
3 weeks ago
Job Description
This role is hybrid on-site (3) days a week at our Northbrook, IL office
Reporting to the Director, Technical Accounting, the Manager, Technical Accounting is responsible for conducting research and documenting conclusions on complex accounting transactions to inform management decision making. In this role, you will be engaged to support the accounting for various transactions and business activities, including acquisitions and divestitures, to ensure the Company arrives at the correct accounting conclusions.
This is a high-visibility role, operating in a fast-paced, dynamic environment requiring the ability to adapt quickly and provide timely information to management for analysis and decision-making. The ability to collaborate effectively with internal cross-functional teams and external specialists will be critical to success in this role.
Responsibilities
Evaluates accounting treatment of complex transactions by reviewing contracts, performing accounting research and preparing accounting memos, where applicable
Owns purchase accounting related to new acquisitions, including valuation of intangible assets and goodwill, as well as accounting considerations related to divestitures
Supports various teams, both within and outside of the Controllership organization, with application of the Companys accounting policies
Develops and leads internal trainings to educate participants on accounting policies and upskill the organization on US GAAP accounting standards
Leads the Companys efforts to adopt new accounting standards and guidelines, including ESG and climate change reporting requirements
Builds relationships and collaborates with other functional areas as needed, including corporate accounting, business leads, FP&A, legal, IT and human resources
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, as required
Qualifications
Bachelors or masters degree in accounting required
US CPA required
5+ years of directly related experience, preferably at a big four accounting firm. Multinational company experience is strongly desired
Must have an excellent degree of technical knowledge of US GAAP, SEC reporting requirements and internal controls over financial reporting (SOX) and personal interest with respect to matters of accounting so as to be able to function as a resident technical accounting and control expert
Must have excellent oral and written communication skills to clearly present key topics to executive leadership (including Director, Technical Accounting and Chief Accounting Officer)
Must have the ability to work independently and be self-motivated, as well as a collaborative team player
Must be 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
About Us
A global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions transforms safety, security, and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 100 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 Certification Marks serve as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers products and reflect 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.
From the adoption of electrification to the enablement of 5G and new mobility, we collectively look toward new frontiers, working for a safer world. Our science is your advantage.
Mission: Working for a safer world
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