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 owns the accounts payable function for both trade and intercompany, maintains accounting records, participates in month-end close activities, manages daily cash application and reconciliations, and drives continuous process improvements.

This role is a key contributor within the Finance team, 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 ensure a clean cutoff and cleared open items.
• 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 the Senior Accountant with timely and accurate month-end close, including posting journal entries and reconciling certain balance 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 accounts payable experience, 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 maximize 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-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.