Staff Accountant
ASSA ABLOY Global Solutions is part of the ASSA ABLOY Group, the global leader in access solutions. Every day, we reimagine how people move through a safer, more open world with ease. If you’ve ever walked through an automatic door, stayed in a hotel, or gone through passport control, you’ve probably used one of our products or services. We have operations in over 70 countries and over 52,000 colleagues worldwide. Our expertise in customer journey mapping, innovation, and service design leads to the invention of new solutions that create value for our clients and exceptional experiences for their end users. We have a fantastic opportunity for a Staff Accountant.
Your Role in Keeping the Future in Safe Hands…
Reporting to the Senior Director & Head of Finance, the Staff Accountant is responsible for owning the accounts payable function for both trade and inter-company, maintaining accounting records, participating in month-end close activities, managing daily cash application and reconciliations, and driving continuous process improvements.
This role serves as a key contributor within the Finance team while partnering cross-functionally to ensure accurate and timely financial operations.
What you will do…
Accounts Payable - ~40%
- Invoice processing oversight: Ensure vendor invoices are received, coded, matched (2-way or 3-way against POs and receipts), and approved accurately and on time.
- Payment execution and timing: Manage payment runs (ACH, check, wire, virtual card), optimize cash flow, and capture early-payment discounts where they make sense.
- Vendor management: Maintain vendor master data, handle onboarding (W-9s, banking verification), resolve vendor inquiries and statement reconciliations, and monitor for duplicate or fraudulent vendors.
- Internal controls and compliance: Enforce segregation of duties, approval workflows, and audit trails; support 1099 reporting, sales/use tax compliance, and external and internal audits.
- Month-end close support: Complete accruals, reconcile the AP subledger to the general ledger, and make sure cutoff is clean and open items are cleared.
- Reporting and metrics: Track KPIs such as days payable outstanding (DPO), invoice cycle time, exception rates, and cost per invoice, and report on AP aging and liabilities.
General accounting and month-end close - ~30%
- Support Senior Accountant with tiemly and accurate month-end close including posting of journal entries and reconciliation of certain abalnce sheet accounts.
- Assist in analysis of account variances
- Provide Head of Finance support with Group level financial reporting as needed
Cash Management & Reconciliations - ~10%
- Perform daily bank transaction reconciliations and month end bank account reconciliations.
- Maintain and update the accounts payable ledger to accurately reflect vendor payments.
- Identify and resolve reconciliation variances in a timely manner.
Compliance, Controls & Audit Support - ~10%
- Ensure compliance with accounting principles, tax regulations, and internal accounting policies.
- Support internal and external audit activities by providing requested documentation and analysis.
- Help strengthen internal controls and ensure adherence to established financial processes.
Process Improvement & Operational Excellence - ~5%
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and operational efficiencies.
- Recommend and implement process improvements that enhance accuracy, scalability, and effectiveness.
- Support initiatives that improve financial reporting quality and workflow efficiency.
- Promote consistency and best practices across accounting operations.
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Business Partnership - ~5%
- Partner effectively with Accounts Receivable, Finance leaders, and other business functions.
- Communicate financial information clearly and professionally to internal and external stakeholders.
- Support collaborative problem-solving and issue resolution across teams.
- Build strong working relationships that contribute to positive business outcomes.
What we expect of you…
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
- 5-6 years of accoutnas payable as well as experience with journal entries and account reconciliations
- Progressive accounting experience supporting general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and financial reporting
Technical Expertise
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and accounting principles
- Proficiency with ERP and accounting systems, preferably NetSuite
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and financial analysis tools
Professional Competencies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Demonstrates ownership, accountability, and initiative
- Maintains professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality
- Works effectively both independently and collaboratively
- Demonstrates a continuous improvement mindset and willingness to challenge inefficient processes
What you can expect from us…
- Generous and competitive total rewards package
- Comprehensive and career-development resources to expand your skills and maximise your potential
- Supportive and accessible leadership team and a solid values platform that underpins who we are and how we operate
- Culture of empowerment, providing opportunity and support to grow in the role
- Opportunity to join a global company with limitless opportunities to network and grow your career to the next level
Application
You can submit your application by clicking ‘Apply Now’. We will not consider applications received via e-mail or through other channels. We will review applications continuously, so please apply as soon as possible.
About Us
ASSA ABLOY offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including a bonus, a 401(k) plan, education assistance, and an environment that reflects our commitment to our employees. Pay within each range is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, primary work job-related knowledge, skills, experience, training, licensure and certifications, business requirements, geographic location, and other business and organizational needs. The salary range is a reasonable estimate for this position at the time of posting. ASSA ABLOY conducts regular reviews of compensation ranges and therefore reserves the right to alter this range at any time.
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We are the ASSA ABLOY Group
Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access.
As an employer, we value results – not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally.
As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.