Manager, Financial Systems

UL Solutions; Northbrook (IL); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K plan

Paid time off

Job summary

UL Solutions in the United States (Northbrook/Chicago area) seeks a Manager, Financial Systems. This hybrid role supports Oracle EPM applications (FCCS, ARCS, EDM, PCM) for month-end close, data integrity and governance.

You will partner with Accounting and IT to improve processes, maintain master data, and drive automation while ensuring timely close cycles and strong controls.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience supporting Oracle EPM modules.
• Experience leading changes in system design and testing.
• Strong written and verbal communication with finance users.

Responsibilities

• Serve as SME for Oracle EPM applications including FCCS, ARCS, EDM, PCM and reporting modules.
• Own month-end close activities, data integrity, and close-related timelines.
• Maintain hierarchies, metadata, dimensions and master data.
• Lead testing, patching, enhancements, and break-fixes.
• Develop governance standards and process documentation.
• Collaborate with Accounting and Finance leaders on requirements.
• Drive process improvements through best practices and automation.
• Coordinate with audit, SOX, and IAM for access reviews.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Oracle EPM (FCCS, ARCS, EDM, PCM/EPCM)

Smart View

Job description

Job Description

The Manager, Financial Systems is part of the Controllership organization and is responsible for managing, supporting, and continuously improving Oracle Enterprise Performance Management applications used by the Accounting and Finance teams. The role partners closely with end users, IT, and external support providers to evaluate existing system processes and design, identify process gaps, recommend improvements, and create a more efficient and scalable EPM. The ideal candidate has a strong accounting foundation, deep understanding of financial close and reporting processes, and hands‑on experience supporting and improving Oracle EPM modules.

This is a full-time hybrid on-site (3) days a week based out of our Northbrook or Chicago office.

Responsibilities

• Serve as subject matter expert for Oracle EPM applications, including FCCS, ARCS, EDM, PCM and reporting modules.
• Own and support all Oracle EPM activities critical to month end close, ensuring system availability, data integrity, and timely completion of close-related activities.
• Own and maintain hierarchies, metadata, dimensions and master data.
• Manage user support activities and oversee system testing and troubleshooting including patch testing, enhancements and break-fixes.
• Develop and maintain governance standards and appropriate process documentation to ensure consistent and controlled operation of Oracle EPM applications.
• Partner with Accounting and Finance leaders to understand changes in business requirements and the configuration impacts.
• Drive improvement initiatives to enhance current processes by introducing best practices, automation or standardization.
• Coordinate with audit, SOX and IAM teams on supporting documentation and user access reviews.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• 5+ years of hands‑on experience supporting Oracle EPM modules such as FCCS, EDM, ARCS, PCM/EPCM, Reporting, Narrative Reporting, or FreeForm applications.
• Experience leading changes in system design including requirements gathering, testing, documentation, and training.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to investigate data issues and explain variances clearly.
• Proficiency with Smart View.
• Ability to work effectively during time-sensitive close cycles and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical or system concepts for accounting and finance users.
• Experience working with managed service providers, implementation partners, or offshore support teams.

Total Rewards

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. The estimated salary range for this position is $110,000- $140,000 and is based on multiple factors, including job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, as well as other factors. This position is eligible for annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 20% of the base salary. This position also provides health benefits such as medical, dental and vision; wellness benefits such as mental and financial health; and retirement savings (401K) commensurate with the standard rewards offered in each individual location or country. We also provide full‑time employees with paid time off including vacation (15 days), holiday and personal days (totaling 12 days), and sick time off (72 hours).

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.

About The Team

At the core of our expanding organization is our Finance team. We’re a growing group of professionals, based around the world, who share ideas, work together and innovate to drive strategic growth and ensure financial integrity. Whether you’re an expert in taxes, treasury, accounting, financial planning and analysis or corporate strategy and development, we’re always looking for ambitious finance professionals who want to make an impact at a publicly traded company that’s leading the way in safety science. Join our team, be part of our global community and drive the success of our mission‑driven organization.