General Accounting Manager

ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions

. Organize, maintain, and direct accounting activities while providing timely and accurate financial information to leadership .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeMilan • Tennessee • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in U.S. GAAP and IFRS accounting principles, financial analysis, and reporting, with a strong focus on budgeting, forecasting, and compliance. Proven leadership in managing finance teams and improving accounting processes within the manufacturing industry.

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U.S. GAAP KnowledgeIFRS KnowledgeFinancial AnalysisBudgeting and ForecastingERP System Knowledge

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Hard Skills

General Ledger AccountingAccounts PayablePayroll ManagementRevenue RecognitionInvoicingAccount ReconciliationProfit and Loss ReportingBalance Sheet ReportingCash Flow ReportingTax Compliance

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationOrganizational SkillsRelationship BuildingAnalytical Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft WordERP Systems

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing IndustryMulti-Location OrganizationFinancial ControlsContinuous ImprovementInternal Controls

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Organize, maintain, and direct accounting activities while providing timely and accurate financial information to leadership
Lead and evaluate accounting and finance activities, aligning priorities and key performance indicators with business goals
Oversee general ledger accounting, accounts payable, payroll, disbursements, revenue recognition, invoicing, intercompany transactions, and account reconciliations
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements, including profit and loss, balance sheet, and cash flow reporting
Analyze profitability, working capital, income, expenses, earnings, and financial performance
Lead annual plans, budgets, forecasts, and tax planning and compliance activities
Provide leadership with financial analysis, technical guidance, and answers to business questions
Partner with department leaders to strengthen financial understanding
Identify root causes, improve accounting processes, and establish effective financial controls
Coach and develop Finance team members
Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, IFRS, applicable laws, company policies, and internal controls
Maintain a safe and harmonious working environment and uphold company standards
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and the ASSA ABLOY Code of Conduct
Perform other assigned duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business or related degree required.
Minimum of seven years of accounting experience, including at least two years as an Accounting Manager or in a comparable leadership role
Manufacturing industry experience required, preferably within a multi-location industrial products organization
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and IFRS accounting principles
Experience with general ledger accounting, payroll, accounts payable, disbursements, revenue recognition, invoicing, intercompany transactions, and account reconciliations
Experience preparing profit and loss, balance sheet, and cash flow reporting
Strong planning, budgeting, forecasting, and tax compliance experience
Previous supervisory experience and a hands-on management style
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables, SUMIFS, VLOOKUPs, complex formulas, macros, filters, and template creation
Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and other Microsoft Office applications
Extensive ERP system knowledge
Strong analytical skills with the ability to balance strategic analysis and transactional detail
Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to identify root causes and implement effective solutions
Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills
High integrity, sound judgment, and the ability to meet demanding deadlines while maintaining an excellent standard of work

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Salary
Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and paid Company Holidays
Medical, Dental, Vision, Short and Long-term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance
401(k) Program with company contributions
Tuition Reimbursement, Learning and Career Development opportunities
Flexible Spending
Employee Assistance Program
Discount portal
Recognition, well-being, and employee experience programs designed to support and celebrate you throughout your career