Staff Accountant

ASSA ABLOY Global Solutions is part of the ASSA ABLOY Group, who are 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, with over 52,000 colleagues around the world.

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. And we have the fantastic opportunity available in Key and Asset Management for a Staff Accountant.

Part of Global Solutions, Key and Asset Management provides solutions that deliver secure, managed access to keys and equipment at the right time and place. Our solutions drive efficiency by removing the need for manual processes and record keeping. Good key and equipment management is fundamental to assure the best customer service, safety, compliance, and workplace productivity.

Your Role in Keeping the Future in Safe Hands…

As a Staff Accountant for the Global solutions division of ASSA ABLOY, you will have the opportunity to become a valuable member of our Finance team, making a genuinely positive impact in the lives of our customers.

Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will support the organization by assisting in the financial responsibilities for the day-to-day management of its key functions; including preparing and maintaining financial records to track the organizations assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liabilities, payroll, and other related financial activities.  You will be responsible for preparing accurate monthly P&L, accounts and other sales & financial reporting in a suitable format for internal records and submission to the UK for incorporation into the ASSA ABLOY financial reporting.

What you will do…

• Perform month-end closing activities including oversight of General Ledger as well as reconciliation and support for all Balance Sheet accounts.
• Produce accurate financial statements including P&L, Balance Sheet, and supporting schedules while adhering to reporting deadlines.
• Monitor all bank transactions and reconcile accounts monthly. 
• Manage payroll process to include payroll processing, maintaining integrity of the payroll system, recording all payroll-related items to the General Ledger and ensuring timely funding of the 401(k) plan in accordance with corporate guidelines.
• Assist in preparation of budgets and forecasts.
• Assist in ensuring accuracy of the perpetual inventory system.
• Assist with required sales analysis and calculation of monthly commission payments.
• Manage team responsible for monitoring accounts receivable and collections, ensuring adherence to corporate DSO objectives.
• Maintain accurate sales tax records, ensuring adherence to exemption certificate maintenance and working with a third party to ensure timely and accurate filing.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Finance Manager according to company standards and requirements.

What we expect of you…

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or related field, required.
• 2+ years financial administration experience, Managerial skills helpful.
• Experience with variance analysis reporting including interpretation of results.
• Extensive experience with Excel and other financial reporting tools.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility and adaptability in tackling new tasks.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Desired Skills (Competent in the following areas):

• Experience in implementation of new ERP system a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products, SAP, Sage

Physical Requirements:

• Normal, corrective vision range; ability to see color and to distinguish letters, numbers and symbols.
• Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, bend and reach.
• Ability to reach with hands and arms.
• Ability to lift, push and pull up to 20lbs as needed.
• Ability to sit and/or work on your feet for up to 8 hours per day.

What you can expect from us…

• 11 paid holidays + 15 paid vacation days
• Company 401k match program (4.5%)
• Annual Bonus Plan
• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, & ADD Insurance

About Us

Featuring four times in Forbes’ most innovative companies worldwide, we deliver innovative, safe, and convenient security solutions that provide real added value to our customers. As a group, our goal is to everyday help billions of people experience a more open world. We’re proud to boast leading positions across the majority of Europe, North and South America, Asia, and Oceania, offering products and services to our customers seeking solutions to their entrance and opening requirements, such as locks, doors, and entrance automation.

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 61,000 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.