Senior Accountant - Fixed Asset & Lease

Join UL Solutions as a Senior Accountant supporting the global accounting lifecycle for fixed assets and leases. In this highly visible role, you will help deliver accurate, timely financial results under U.S. GAAP, including ASC 360 and ASC 842, while strengthening the data, controls, and processes behind our capital asset and lease portfolios.

You will report to the Lease Accounting Manager and work within the Fixed Assets and Lease Accounting Center of Excellence in the Chief Accounting Officer’s organization. You will partner across Real Estate, Procurement, FP&A, Technical Accounting, project teams, and regional finance to solve accounting issues, improve processes, and support domestic and international operations.
What you will gain

This role offers broad exposure to global accounting operations, cross-functional decision-making, and opportunities to improve systems and processes in a public-company environment.

This is a full-time, hybrid (3 days on-site) position located at our Northbrook, IL office.

Required

- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
- At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including hands-on fixed asset and/or lease accounting.
- Solid knowledge of U.S. GAAP, with practical experience applying ASC 360 and ASC 842.
- Experience using an ERP and fixed asset subledger; Oracle experience is a plus.
- Experience with lease accounting software; LeaseCalcs or a comparable platform is preferred.
- Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills with consistent attention to detail and data quality.
- Ability to prioritize competing demands, meet close and reporting deadlines, and take ownership through resolution.
- Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Preferred

- Experience in a public company or similarly complex, multi-entity environment.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience working with large data sets, reconciliations, and account rollforwards.
- Experience supporting SOX controls and internal or external audits.
- Experience improving accounting processes, supporting system enhancements, or using automation to reduce manual work.
- CPA or active progress toward certification.
- Experience partnering with cross-functional and international 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 $85,000- $95,000 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 10% 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).

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