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Manager, Technical Accounting
Company: UL Solutions
Location: Chicago, IL
Posted Mar 19, 2024
<p><b>JOB DESCRIPTION<b><br ><strong>This role is hybrid onsite 3 days a week at our Northbrook IL office <strong><br >Reporting to the Director Technical Accounting the <strong>Manager Technical Accounting<strong> 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<br >This is a highvisibility role operating in a fastpaced dynamic environment requiring the ability to adapt quickly and provide timely information to management for analysis and decisionmaking The ability to collaborate effectively with internal crossfunctional teams and external specialists will be critical to success in this role<br ><b>RESPONSIBILITIES<b><br ><p><ul><li>Evaluates accounting treatment of complex transactions by reviewing contracts performing accounting research and preparing accounting memos where applicable <li> <li>Owns purchase accounting related to new acquisitions including valuation of intangible assets and goodwill as well as accounting considerations related to divestitures<li> <li>Supports various teams both within and outside of the Controllership organization with application of the Companys accounting policies<li> <li>Develops and leads internal trainings to educate participants on accounting policies and upskill the organization on US GAAP accounting standards<li> <li>Leads the Companys efforts to adopt new accounting standards and guidelines including ESG and climate change reporting requirements<li> <li>Builds relationships and collaborates with other functional areas as needed including corporate accounting business leads FPampA legal IT and human resources<li> <li>Provides assistance to external auditors as needed throughout the year<li> <li>Identifies opportunities for continuous improvement in areas of responsibility<li> <li>Leads or is a key participant in special projects as required<li> <ul><p><br >LIHybrid<br >LIKM1<br ><b>QUALIFICATIONS<b><br ><p><ul><li>Bachelors or masters degree in accounting required<li> <li>US CPA required<li> <li>5+ years of directly related experience preferably at a big four accounting firm Multinational company experience is strongly desired<li> <li>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<li> <li>Must have excellent oral and written communication skills to clearly present key topics to executive leadership including Director Technical Accounting and Chief Accounting Officer<li> <li>Must have the ability to work independently and be selfmotivated as well as a collaborative team player<li> <li>Must be highly organized accurate and detailoriented with the ability to manage numerous deliverables simultaneously with a sense of urgency<li> <li>Strong proficiency in Excel is a plus<li> <ul><p><br ><b>ABOUT US<b><br >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<br >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<br >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<br >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<br ><b>Mission<b> Working for a safer world<p>
Manager, Demand Generation
Company: Vibes
Location: Chicago, IL
Posted Mar 19, 2024
Vibes is hiring a Manager, Demand Generation to lead full-funnel activities driving new leads, pipeline, and deals. The role involves managing marketing campaigns using tools like Adobe Marketo, Salesforce, and Demandbase. The candidate should have 2-4 years of experience in demand generation, strong communication skills, and proficiency in MS Office. The position offers a base salary of $85,000-$105,000 annually and comprehensive benefits. Vibes is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Sr. Marketing Specialist (Aurora (IL), United States)
Company: Sonova AG
Location: Chicago, IL
Posted Mar 19, 2024
Sonova is a leading provider of innovative hearing care solutions, with a mission to help people enjoy the delight of hearing. They prioritize employee well-being and offer a hybrid work model. The company values innovation, excellence, accountability, and teamwork. They are currently seeking a Marketing Specialist to execute channel marketing strategies and drive demand for accessory products. The role involves managing key sales channels, supporting PR initiatives, and collaborating with various teams. Sonova offers competitive benefits, including health coverage, 401k match, and tuition reimbursement.
Underwriting Enablement Lead (Chicago)
Company: Vouch Insurance
Location: Chicago, IL
Posted Mar 19, 2024
<p><strong>About Vouch<strong><p> <p>Insurance sounds slow oldfashioned and unexciting Exactly Insurance is broken and its failing fastmoving innovative startups<p> <p>Vouch is a new technologyfirst insurance company backed with $185M in funding from worldclass investors Like Stripe for payments or Brex for credit cards Vouch is creating the goto business insurance for highgrowth companies<p> <p>Were doing this by making insurance fast responsive and focused on our highgrowth and innovative customers Instead of printed PDF applications and weeklong waits Vouch is building new technology to solve real problems writing policies that actually cover relevant startup scenarios and designing simple experiences in an otherwise frustrating industry<p> <p><br ><p><p><strong>Why should you join our team and Vouch<strong><p> <p>Not only is this an exciting new team where you will have the ability to drive a real impact on our operational scalability but Vouch is also the preferred insurance provider to customers of Y Combinator Brex Carta and WeWork Were a quickly growing startup that believes in transparency and acknowledgment with our team members and cultivating a valuesdriven company Our values are Put People First Listen Challenge and Grow Face challenges headon and win as a team and Serve clients with integrity and excellence<p> <p><br ><p><p><strong>What does a work environment look like at Vouch<strong><p> <p>Vouch is a Virtual First Workplace with office locations in San Francisco Chicago and New York City Although were open to remote we prefer this team member to be based in <strong>Chicago<strong> to attend inperson collaboration and team events <strong>2x+ a week periodically<strong> In consideration of team members collaborating across various time zones Vouch has core collaboration hours of 830 am230 pm Pacific Time when most internal meetings are held<p> <p><br ><p><p><strong>Role Responsibilities <strong> <p> <p>We seek a dynamic and experienced professional to join our team as an Underwriting Enablement Lead in our Operations Services team In this role you will be critical in building and enhancing our underwriting processes efficiency and effectiveness by driving underwriting consistency and rule adherence The Underwriting Enablement Lead will be integral in building and upholding the processes systems and tooling our underwriters use daily The primary objectives are to drive<p> <ol><li>Underwriting process integration with system upgrades<li> <li>Efficient underwriting <li> <li>Underwriting consistency <li> <ol><p>If you are a systems thinker passionate about leveraging technology to enhance underwriting processes we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity Join us in shaping the future of underwriting in our dynamic and innovative organization<p> <p><br ><p><p><strong>Job Duties<strong><p> <ul><li>Underwriting Documentation<li> <ul><li>Ensure smooth implementation of the Underwriting File and its utilization<li> <li>Enhance ease of use and consistency of underwriting guidelines Audit thereon for compliance and coach to success<li> <li>Identify additional areas for improvement and take action<li> <ul><li>Process Improvement<li> <ul><li>Identify areas for process improvement within underwriting workflows and implement solutions to increase accuracy and speed<li> <li>Work closely with underwriters and analysts to understand pain points and develop streamlined processes<li> <ul><li>Quality Assurance<li> <ul><li>Implement quality assurance measures to monitor and evaluate the accuracy and consistency of underwriting decisions<li> <li>Develop and maintain key performance indicators KPIs to measure the success of underwriting enablement initiatives<li> <ul><li>Technology Integration<li> <ul><li>Collaborate with engineering product and design teams to ensure seamless integration of underwriting systems with other relevant platforms<li> <li>Evaluate implement and optimize underwriting tools software and technologies to enhance overall efficiency<li> <ul><li>Training and Development<li> <ul><li>Develop training programs for underwriters to ensure proficiency in using new tools and technologies<li> <li>Provide ongoing support and training to underwriting teams to enhance their skills and knowledge<li> <ul><li>Crossfunctional Collaboration<li> <ul><li>Collaborate with IT risk management and business development teams to align underwriting processes with overall business objectives<li> <li>Act as a liaison between underwriting and other departments to ensure seamless communication problemsolving and collaboration<li> <ul><ul><p><strong>About you<strong><p> <ul><li>5+ Years of underwriting experience within Commercial Lines or Specialty Underwriting<li> <li>5+ Years of proven experience in underwriting operations with a focus on process improvement and technology enablement<li> <li>Familiarity with underwriting systems automation tools and emerging technologies in the insurance industry<li> <li>Proficient in simplifying complex issues to boost productivity<li> <li>Possesses a keen attention to detail to optimize systems and procedures<li> <li>Prioritizes problemsolving as the primary approach<li> <li>Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate change management efforts through high adoption rates fostering a culture of continuous improvement<li> <li>Ability to analyze underwriting processes and determine priority based on urgency and impact<li> <li>Ability to work crossfunctionally with technical teams to develop tooling and system enhancement specifications<li> <li>Strong communication skills tailoring to different audiences in the business underwriting to operations to product both written and verbal<li> <li>Demonstrated ability to measure the impact of operational adherence and consistency to achieving overall team and organizational goals<li> <li>Comfort to deal well with ambiguity and maintain composure in complex situations<li> <li>Highly selfmotivated and strong with time management skills to balance longerterm strategic projects and ad hoc requests<li> <ul><p><strong>Nice to have<strong><p> <ul><li>Project management or product management experience<li> <li>Exposure to and passion for earlystage startups andor highgrowth environments<li> <ul><p><br ><p><p><strong>Vouch provides a number of benefits to help you bring your best self to work<strong><p> <ul><li>Competitive compensation and equity packages<li> <li>Health dental and vision insurance<li> <li>Parental leave<li> <li>Flexible vacation time Unlimited PTO<li> <li>Wellness allowance $80month<li> <li>Technology allowance $100month<li> <ul><p><br ><p><p><strong>Salary Range<strong><p> <p>The pay range for this role is $140000 to $160000 per year <p> <p>Our salary ranges are based on paying competitively for our size and industry and are one part of our total compensation package that also includes benefits and other perks We also include stock options in all compensation packages and believe all Vouch employees should have the opportunity to become owners in the company Individual pay decisions are based on a number of factors including qualifications for the role experience level skill set location and business need The base pay range provided is subject to change and may be modified in the future<p> <p><em>Vouch believes in putting our people first and building a diverse team is at the front of everything we do We welcome people from different backgrounds experiences perspectives and ranges of abilities We are an equalopportunity employer and celebrate the diversity of our growing team<em><p> <p><em>If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application interviewing completing any preemployment testing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process please direct your inquiries to <em><em>recruitingvouchus<em> LIRemote<p>
Sr. Staff Software Engineer (Cloud Engineer/Devops)
Company: The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc.
Location: Chicago, IL
Posted Mar 19, 2024
The job description is for a Senior Staff Software Engineer position at The Hartford's Group Benefits IT Team. The role involves leading engineering teams to drive the transformation of the application landscape, designing reusable architectures, and implementing new software architecture patterns in Cloud. The job requires strong technical knowledge of AWS, experience with Java and J2EE technologies, and good communication skills.
Senior Python Engineer
Company: Hudson River Trading
Location: Chicago, IL
Posted Mar 19, 2024
Hudson River Trading (HRT) offers a highly productive and efficient work environment for Python Engineers. The company, based in NYC, uses Python for various tasks including monitoring live trading, building distributed computing platforms, processing large data sets, and creating internal tools. As a Python Engineer, one can work on improving job orchestration, building Python tooling, deploying systems for global trade management, and writing software for data ETL pipelines. HRT values top developers with deep Python experience, superior design and problem-solving skills, and a passion for continuous learning. The company culture is collaborative, innovative, and diverse, with a focus on automation and cutting-edge technology.
Data Specialist - Crowe Global
Company: Crowe Global
Location: Chicago, IL
Posted Mar 19, 2024
Crowe Global is implementing a new technology platform for global restricted list and conflict checks, aiming to enhance data management and quality. The Data Specialist role involves creating data assets, optimizing data flow, and ensuring adherence to regulations. The position requires advanced SQL knowledge, experience in data engineering, and strong analytical skills. The wage range is $62,115.00 to $135,353.00, and Crowe offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for career growth.
Senior Principal Engineer, Network Operations
Company: Intelsat
Location: Chicago, IL
Posted Mar 19, 2024
Intelsat is seeking a highly experienced Operations professional for a challenging role. The individual will be responsible for technical expertise, timely resolution of customer service issues, and understanding customer service design, SLA, and expectations. They will represent Operations in new product meetings and ensure product success. The role involves leading proactive service management, incident response, and problem diagnosis. The candidate must have expert knowledge in signal flow analysis, VSAT network management, and configuration of VSAT platforms. Proficiency in troubleshooting network and platform problems, and experience with Microsoft Visio and other MS Office tools are required. Cisco and Gilat certifications are preferable. Intelsat offers a collaborative environment, professional growth opportunities, and competitive benefits.
Associate Field Engineer - Houston, TX
Company: UL Solutions
Location: Chicago, IL
Posted Mar 19, 2024
UL Solutions' Field Engineering team in Houston, TX is hiring for a Field Engineer role. The position involves performing safety and non-safety certification inspections, audits, and field evaluations. The engineer will work on-site with customers to understand their needs and ensure compliance with UL Solutions' requirements. They will analyze and evaluate test results, interpret UL requirements, and communicate with manufacturers, customers, and Authorities Having Jurisdiction. The ideal candidate will have a university degree or equivalent technical certification in Engineering, Industrial Technology, or related fields. Experience in Field Engineering, Compliance, or Quality Engineering is preferred. Strong technical, communication, and computer skills are required. The role involves travel locally and regionally, and the candidate must be willing to relocate to Houston, TX.
Scrum Master
Company: Blend360
Location: Chicago, IL
Posted Mar 19, 2024
BLEND360, a renowned Data, Digital Marketing, and AI Solutions Company, is hiring a Scrum Master for a 6 to 12-month contract with potential conversion to full-time. The role involves leading, mentoring, and coaching cross-functional Agile development teams in the MarTech division of a Fortune 100 financial services client. The Scrum Master will plan, execute, and oversee technical project operations, conduct scrum ceremonies, and ensure adherence to Agile principles. The ideal candidate should have 5+ years of experience leading complex technical projects, expertise in Agile methodologies, and proficiency in Scrum practices. The starting pay range is $60.00 - $65.00 per hour, with a competitive benefits program.
IT Support Specialist III (Aurora (IL), United States)
Company: Sonova AG
Location: Chicago, IL
Posted Mar 19, 2024
<p>Who we are <p> <p>In a life without sound our work provides meaning As a leading provider of innovative hearing care solutions we are not just a company that makes products we are a team on a mission to help people enjoy the delight of hearing To enable a life without limitations we through our core business brands Phonak Unitron Connect Hearing and Advanced Bionics develop manufacture and distribute solutions that push the limits of technology and redefine the future of our industry Our talented and committed employees all over the world know they contribute to something greater than themselves they create sense <p> <p>The Way We Work <p> <p>At Sonova we value our employees and prioritize their wellbeing We believe people do their best and most innovative work in an inclusive environment that provides opportunities for engagement and collaboration across teams while offering flexibility in how work gets done We designed our work model team by team empowering teams to customize a working environment that balances individual team needs with business outcomes By offering work options we foster more flexible and individualized time management contribute to a healthy worklife integration increase employee satisfaction build meaningful partnerships at work and calibrate productivity to acknowledge you have a life outside of work Sonova has chosen a <b>HYBRID WORK MODEL<b> Customized by team that keeps our employees motivated and engaged <p> <p>Sonova Values <p> <p>At Sonova we come to work every day knowing that continuous innovation across all disciplines our shared engagement as a team and our responsible approach to all things we do brings the delight of hearing to millions of people to hear better to listen to music to communicate effortlessly with friends and loved ones and to fully enjoy life with all its great variety of sounds In doing so our shared core values reflect the corporate culture that defines and unites us as a company across all brands and regions <p> <ol><li>We Care We care for our employees customers and consumers as well as our shareholders and society<li> <li>We drive innovation We courageously pioneer new ideas and approaches to come up with impactful innovations to delight customers and consumers<li> <li>We strive for excellence We act with agility We aim to excel We are continuously working on improving products services processes and skills to realize growth<li> <li>We take accountability We deliver on our commitments We take accountability to provide outcomes in agreed quality and time always acting with integrity<li> <li>We build the best teams We team up We grow talent We collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds to win with the best team in the market place<li> <ol><p>Aurora IL <p> <p>IT Support Specialist III <p> <p><b>Purpose of role <b><b>Responsible for total support of day to day incidents operations and other various services by supplying Level 2 expertise and direction This role serves as an escalation point for more difficult and complex technical opportunities W<b><b>i<b>ll also provide 1 and 15 level support as directed and ensure the delivery of IT services across various sites <p> <p>Our Offer to You <p> <ul><li>Improving the quality of life of millions of people suffering from hearing loss<li> <li>A challenging and motivating assignment as part of a dynamic team<li> <li>Modern mindset and processes accommodating flexible working conditions<li> <li>Opportunities for further responsibilities and support for further training and development<li> <li>A company that values diversity and inclusion<li> <li>Sonovas outstanding opportunities and career growth<li> <ul><p><b>Main Tasks and Responsibities<b> <p> <ul><li><b>Participating in problem identification process review and process reengineering<b><li> <li><b>Delivering service management updates and escalation coordination meetings between business and the team providing 1st level support<b><li> <li><b>Requirements gathering translating business needs into business solutions including technical recommendations <b><li> <li><b>Working with Local IT Manager and Corp IT Ops team as directed<b><li> <li><b>Ensuring IT standards and directives are upheld and followed<b><li> <li><b>Providing 1 and 15 level support locally <b><li> <li><b>Problem recognition research isolation resolution and followup for the most complex technical and security opportunities across multiple businesses and diverse systems<b><li> <li><b>Systems monitoring and support for mission critical applications and processes<b><li> <li><b>Responsible for the installation configuration and ongoing usability of computers peripheral equipment networks file shares software and mobile devices as well as other assigned projects<b><li> <li><b>Answers evaluates and prioritizes incoming telephone voice mail email inperson and ticket system requests for assistance from users experiencing problems with hardware software networking and other computerrelated technologies<b><li> <li><b>Interviews user to collect information about problem and leads user through diagnostic procedures to determine source of error<b><li> <li><b>Handles problem recognition research isolation resolution and followup for the most complex opportunities <b><li> <li><b>Support monthly maintenance window activities as needed<b><li> <li><b>Responsible for ensuring asset records are accurate and uptodate<b><li> <ul><p><b>Education and Skillset<b> <p> <ul><li>Bachelors Degree in Computer Science required<li> <li>5+ relevant IT experience coordinating projects and operations<li> <li>Experience with Project Management Methodologies and ITSM Frameworks highly preferred<li> <li><b>Experience in supporting distributed systems andor businesses <b><li> <li><b>5+ years of experience in a hardwaresoftware support role on both networks and PCs<b><li> <li>Exceptional analytical and technical aptitude<li> <li>Influential trustworthy and punctual<li> <li>Excellent problem solver<li> <li>Ability to work independently with little supervision but integrate well into teams onsite and online<li> <li>Ability to manage time prioritise tasks and work under tight deadlines<li> <li>Concise and clear communications skills when presenting and explaining results and findings<li> <li>Calm approach to handling conflicting priorities<li> <li>Mature professional persona for working with VIP and senior teams<li> <li>Discretion required as occasionally exposed to confidential projects<li> <li>Personable able to work comfortably with people at different levels of the company and with people external to the company in different countries<li> <li>Ability to convey key IT concepts to business people including expectation management<li> <li>Leading change initiatives affecting IT<li> <li><b>Strong analytical and critical thinking skills<b><li> <li><b>Ability to identify and communicate root cause of network software and printing problems<b><li> <li><b>Ability to quickly research learn and support new technologies applications and processes<b><li> <li><b>Must be selfmotivated and able to work with minimal supervision<b><li> <li><b>Able to resolve LAN WAN and VPN network connection issues and possesses a solid understanding of networking concepts <b><li> <li><b>Must have strong organizational skills attention to detail ability to multitask work well on a team and maintain professionalism at all times in a fast paced environment<b><li> <li><b>Hands on experience in setting up computers in a Microsoft Windows environment<b><li> <li><b>Windows Server 2019 and above Active Directory administration<b><li> <li><b>Switch management configuration<b><li> <li>Understand the key concepts of project management <li> <li>Above basic understanding of networking including switch management <li> <li>Working with technical teams on problem identification solutions and taking responsibility for resolution onsite<li> <ul><p><b>A minimum of 200Mbsec download and 10Mbsec upload speed internet connectivity is required to support any remotehybrid employee functionality at Sonova<b> <p> <p>Dont meet all the criteria If youre willing to go all in and learn wed love to hear from you <p> <p>We are looking forward to receiving your application via our online job application platform For this position only direct applications will be considered Sonova does not recruit via app telegram carrier pigeon or any other format that does not include speaking with an actual human If you are offered a job without speaking with someone please contact wholesaleHRSonovacom <p> <p>Health Benefits and Perks<b><b> <p> <ul><li>Medical dental and vision coverage<li> <li>Health Savings Health Reimbursement Flexible SpendingDependent Care Accounts<li> <li>TeleHealth options<li> <li>401k plan with company match<li> <li>Company paid lifeadampd insurance <ul><li>Additional supplemental lifeadampd coverage available<li> <ul><li> <li>Company paid ShortLongTerm Disability coverage STDLTD <ul><li>STD LTD Buyups available<li> <ul><li> <li>AccidentHospital Indemnity coverage<li> <li>LegalID Theft Assistance<li> <li>PTO floating Diversity Day amp paid holidays <li> <li>Paid parental bonding leave <li> <li>Employee Assistance Program 247 mental health support hotline 5 company paid counseling sessions and more<li> <li>Robust Internal Career Growth opportunities <li> <li>Tuition reimbursement<li> <li>Hearing aid discount for employees and family<li> <li>Internal social recognition platform<li> <li>DampI focused DampI council and employee resource groups<li> <ul><p>Plan rulesofferings dependent upon group Companylocation <p> <p><strong>Sonova is an equal opportunity employer<strong> <p> <p>We team up We grow talent We collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds to win with the best team in the market place We guarantee every person equal treatment in regard to employment and opportunity for employment regardless of a candidates ethnic or national origin religion sexual orientation or marital status gender genetic identity age disability or any other legally protected status<p>
Senior Value Engineer- Oil & Gas
Company: Celonis
Location: Chicago, IL
Posted Mar 19, 2024
Celonis, a global leader in Process Mining technology, is seeking a Value Engineer to drive data-driven business transformation with customers. The role involves identifying and framing value, building demos and business cases, undertaking value assessments, realizing value, scaling value, and providing feedback to product development teams. The ideal candidate should have advanced knowledge of Celonis value selling methodology, product expertise, value realization, project management, executive stakeholder management, domain expertise, and industry expertise. Celonis offers a unique opportunity to work with industry-leading process mining technology, investment in personal growth, great compensation, well-being support, a global team, an open culture, and a clear set of company values.