Senior Manager, Financial Information Systems

UL Solutions • Northbrook, IL

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

This role is hybrid on-site (3) days a week based out of our Northbrook or Chicago office. We are seeking a Senior Manager, Financial Information Systems, to lead and transform our global financial information systems using Oracle’s Cloud EPM Platform. This role is critical to enabling scalable, SOX-compliant financial reporting and accelerating the company’s transformation to a modern, integrated finance technology ecosystem. The Senior Manager is a key position and requires a motivated leader with the ability to embrace change and drive technology-driven transformation of the company’s financial systems. The Senior Manager will partner cross-functionally with key stakeholders within the organization to accomplish shared objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience working with financial information systems at a multinational, global company is required.
• Experience with the implementation, development/enhancement and maintenance of large ERP platforms and accounting systems is required.
• Deep understanding of data structures, data governance, and best practices for maintaining a single source of truth.
• Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives from concept to deployment, balancing timelines, scope, and stakeholder expectations.
• Ability to translate technical concepts into clear, business-friendly language and present recommendations to stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to drive transformation and bring data-driven recommendations that improve efficiency, accuracy, and decision-making across the finance organization, including adoption of applicable AI capabilities.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, navigate ambiguity, and maintain progress in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience managing Oracle tools is preferred.
• Proven track record of transitioning ERP systems to the cloud is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as owner and subject matter expert of the financial information systems, including Oracle Cloud EPM Platform and Oracle E-Business Suite.
• Lead the design and delivery of changes to the financial information systems to meet internal and external financial reporting requirements, partnering with IT and external resources on technical implementation, as needed.
• Oversee data inflow and outflow of financial data from ERP/planning/allocation systems.
• Provide critical support to the financial close process as it relates to the financial information systems.
• Maintain and monitor system security, business process configurations, role assignments, and user access to ensure integrity of financial data and SOX compliance.
• Responsible for ensuring appropriate allocation of Corporate support costs, including business rules and drivers.
• Provide assistance to external auditors as needed throughout the year.
• Perform other duties as directed.

Benefits

• health benefits such as medical, dental and vision
• wellness benefits such as mental and financial health
• retirement savings (401K)
• paid time off including vacation (15 days), Holidays (9 days), Personal days (3 days) and sick time off (72 hours)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior