Thousands of us around the world wake up every day with a common purpose: to make the world a safer, more secure and sustainable place. Science is in our DNA; we are endlessly curious and passionate about seeking and speaking the truth. We take delight in knowing that our work makes a meaningful contribution to society, and we are proud that our culture is centered on integrity, collaboration, inclusion and excellence. UL stands at the forefront of technological advancement, and we are continually challenged to find new ways to foster innovation and positive change. Satisfying? Yes. Exciting? Absolutely!

The Finance team in EMEA support our fast growing company. As our global footprint continues to spread across the world, we are looking for a General Ledger Accountant with a focus on general accounting  to join our team in Arnhem, The Netherlands.

Under minimal supervision, you will perform the general accounting work in a timely and accurate manner, in compliance with local GAAP and US GAAP. You will analyze accounts as well as prepare monthly reports, financial statements, statistical reports and tax reports. You will assist in the development and implementation of department policies, procedures, and programs in assigned areas. In addition, you will advise management and employees in your areas of expertise and assist internal and external customers.

You will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Prepare month end, quarter end and year end close with good understanding of GAAP
• Prepare preparation of annual statutory reporting for German entities
• Responsible for monthly group reporting to US headquarters
• Prepare monthly account reconciliations
• Prepare periodic analytical reviews
• Interact with local auditors and tax consultants
• Complete monthly VAT declarations
• Ad hoc reporting and respond to questions from USA headquarters
• Conduct technical accounting research where necessary
• Assists in the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and programs in areas of specialization
• Project work

• Bachelor or Master degree in Accounting or related
• Proficiency in local GAAP (HGB) required, US-GAAP knowledge helpful
• Strong tax background (e.g. through experience in a tax advisor office)
• At least 2 years practical experience with month end, quarter end and year end reporting
• At least 2 years relevant experience in an international organization including experience in group & tax reporting
• Preferred professional accounting qualification
• Oracle knowledge preferred
• Experience with legal entity mergers and changing group structure preferred
• Strong MS Office (especially MS Excel) knowledge required
• Structured and organized solutions-oriented approach
• Takes ownership of assigned tasks
• Ability to multitask
• Ability to work independent and in collaborative work style as part of a team/team-player
• Good communication skills
• Strong German and English language skills required
• Technical accounting ability with good analytical skills
• High degree of commitment and flexibility
• Positive attitude

• Mission: For UL, corporate and social responsibility isn’t new. Making the world a safer, more secure and sustainable place has been our business model for the last 125 years and is deeply engrained in everything we do.
• People: Ask any UL employee what they love most about working here, and you’ll almost always hear, “the people.” Going beyond what is possible is the standard at UL. We’re able to deliver the best because we employ the best.
• Interesting work: Every day is different for us here as we eagerly anticipate the next innovation that our customers’ create. We’re inspired to take on the challenge that will transform how people live, work and play. And as a global company, in many roles, you will get international experience working with colleagues around the world.
• Grow & achieve: We learn, work and grow together with targeted development, reward and recognition programs as well as our very own UL University that offers extensive training programs for employees at all stages, including a technical training track for applicable roles.
• Total Rewards:
  • A competitive salary and bonus arrangement
  • Personal development: a large range of training which enables our staff to develop their technical and soft skills
  • An international, innovative and dynamic work environment
  • Free fruit every day
  • A global and dynamic company with a lot of international colleagues

Working at UL is an exciting journey that twists and turns daily. We thrive in the twists and revel in the turns. This is our every day. This is our normal.

Curious? To learn more about us and the work we do, visit www.ul.com and read more about life safety: https://www.ul.com/life-safety