Accounting Manager
About The Position
Motion Control Engineering (MCE) has enjoyed a history of innovation, rapid growth and success. One of the early pioneers in the development of non-proprietary elevator controls, MCE is now the largest and most successful independent elevator control manufacturer in the world. In 2012, MCE became part of Nidec Corporation which is the World’s leading manufacturer of motors ranging from small precision to Ultra-size Motors. MCE’s elevator control products move people daily in tens of thousands of buildings around the world. Some of the most notable and recognizable buildings include the Statue of Liberty, The Washington Monument, The US Capitol Building, The US Supreme Court Building. MCE’s elevator control products also exist in thousands of buildings in universities, hospitals, shopping malls, housing projects, office buildings, etc. MCE is also the leading company in Nidec’s Global Elevator Solutions Group which serves the markets outside North America. The key to our success is our people, technology and quality. MCE’s people have a variety of educational achievement levels and work experiences, and represent a broad cultural diversity. The opportunities you will find at MCE are limited only by your desire to grow and succeed.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
- Prior experience in accounting or financial reporting roles required
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, close processes, and internal controls
- Proven people-leadership and performance-management skills
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and judgment capabilities
- Ability to manage deadlines and priorities in a close-driven environment
- Effective written, verbal, and stakeholder-communication skills
- Proficiency with ERP systems and accounting tools
- Requires practical knowledge in leading and managing the execution of processes, projects and tactics within one job area
- Typically has advanced knowledge and skills within a specific technical or professional discipline with understanding of the impact of work on other areas of the organization
- Typically has a bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional certification and 5 years of prior relevant experience
Nice To Haves
- CPA or equivalent professional certification preferred
- Previous people-management experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Lead, coach, and develop accounting staff
- Set clear performance expectations and conduct regular feedback and reviews
- Allocate workload, prioritize tasks, and ensure adequate coverage during close cycles
- Support onboarding, training, and succession planning within the accounting team
- Oversee daily accounting activities including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations
- Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
- Ensure financial records are accurate, complete, and timely
- Resolve complex accounting issues and review team deliverables
- Ensure compliance with GAAP/IFRS (as applicable), company policies, and internal controls
- Review account reconciliations and financial analyses for accuracy and completeness
- Support preparation of financial statements, disclosures, and management reporting
- Ensure documentation supports audit and regulatory requirements
- Maintain and strengthen internal controls over financial reporting
- Support internal and external audits, including responses to audit requests
- Identify control gaps and support remediation and corrective actions
- Ensure compliance with SOX or other regulatory frameworks, where applicable
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, efficiency, and accuracy
- Support automation, system enhancements, or ERP initiatives
- Standardize procedures and promote best practices across the team
- Monitor KPIs related to close quality, timeliness, and reconciliation health
- Partner with Finance, FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Operations, and shared services teams
- Support business initiatives requiring accounting input or analysis
- Communicate accounting policies and requirements clearly to stakeholders
- Escalate risks or issues with clear analysis and recommendations
Benefits
- Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
