Lead Financial Analyst

2 weeks ago


Northbrook, Illinois, United States UL Full time

Senior Finance Analyst Position at UL

As a Senior Finance Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing financial operations and strategies within UL. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Overseeing a variety of financial functions, including reporting, strategic planning, forecasting, and initiatives aimed at process enhancement.
  • Collaborating with executive management to establish critical performance indicators and pinpoint areas for improvement.
  • Delivering analytical support through comprehensive financial reports, business modeling, and tailored analyses.
  • Executing financial research and evaluations to propose operational modifications.
  • Working alongside diverse finance teams to align on common objectives.
  • Assisting leadership in making informed decisions through in-depth analysis and actionable insights.
  • Monitoring and documenting progress on strategic efficiency initiatives identified during planning sessions.
  • Promoting standardized reporting practices and best methodologies within the finance department.
  • Contributing to the development and refinement of performance dashboards.
  • Providing analytical support across all organizational levels to enhance financial outcomes.
  • Guiding service delivery teams in the creation and upkeep of cost allocation frameworks.
  • Presenting analytical findings to business and operational leadership.
  • Supporting mergers and acquisitions analysis and integration efforts to explore potential growth avenues.

Qualifications for the Senior Finance Analyst role:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, complemented by professional certifications such as CPA, CMA, or CA.
  • A minimum of five years of pertinent experience in a multinational organization.
  • Exceptional quantitative and analytical capabilities, with advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and financial software.
  • Ability to integrate quantitative and qualitative analyses for effective decision-making.
  • Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills to engage with various stakeholders.
  • Technical expertise in finance, accounting, budgeting, variance analysis, and profitability assessment.
  • Comprehensive understanding of financial planning, reporting, and analysis in complex environments.
  • Skilled in financial modeling, technical accounting, and reporting practices.
  • Adaptability to changes, new concepts, and uncertainty in the business landscape.
  • Comfortable managing large-scale projects and system initiatives.
  • Familiarity with software business operations is advantageous.


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