Accounting Manager

Allegion • Princeton, IL

24d • Hybrid

About The Position

Creating Peace of Mind by Pioneering Safety and Security At Allegion, we help keep the people you know and love safe and secure where they live, work and visit. With more than 40 brands, 14,000+ employees globally and products sold in 130 countries, we specialize in security around the doorway and beyond. Additionally, Allegion is proud to be recognized with the 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA) for the third consecutive year, earning distinction in both the employee engagement and strengths categories. This year, Allegion also received Gallup’s With Distinction honor — a designation reserved for a select group of organizations that go above and beyond in building exceptional workplace cultures. Accounting Manager-Princeton, IL (Hybrid) (Candidate will be able to work 1 day a week from a remote location) Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. The company does not intend to provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B, TN, etc.) for this employment position. At Allegion, we are driven by a bold vision: redefining safety while empowering our employees to thrive. When you join our team, you become part of a culture that values innovation, purpose, and excellence. This role offers the benefits of our dynamic hybrid work model—combining in-person collaboration for meaningful moments with the flexibility of remote work. Since hybrid arrangements can vary based on the needs of the individual, team and business, your talent acquisition partner will provide specific hybrid details about this role. We are committed to fostering a healthy work-life balance and building meaningful connections, ensuring you have the tools, resources, and support needed to excel in any environment. Together, we’ll unlock your potential and create a lasting impact. While this is the current structure and we currently have no plans to change, we reserve the right to make changes to the hybrid schedule as needed at the Company’s discretion.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance (Required).
• 5–8+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to look beyond the numbers to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for the business.
• Ability to communicate complex financial insights and strategic recommendations to senior management in a concise and actionable format.
• Demonstrate a strong professional presence with the capacity to influence decision-making at all organizational levels.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives with a high degree of ownership and a steadfast commitment to accountability and results.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage complex, competing priorities and meet strict deadlines during the close and audit cycles.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Excel) and a drive to implement digital tools and automated processes to modernize the finance function.

Nice To Haves

• CPA, CMA, or MBA (Preferred).

Responsibilities

• Act as a primary financial advisor to plant and functional leaders, translating complex financial data into actionable strategies to improve business outcomes.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives to drive a Lean Manufacturing mindset. Identify and execute value-added process improvements that enhance profitability and operational efficiency.
• Supervise and develop the finance staff (including Financial Analysts), ensuring high performance, professional growth, and effective cross-training within the group
• Maintain a robust internal control environment to ensure all accounting procedures are fully compliant with GAAP and FICAP standards.
• Assist with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance activities, including testing and documentation. Work closely with the SOX Coordinator to proactively resolve control gaps and ensure the timely close-out of deficiencies.
• Manage the full-cycle month-end closing process, including journal entries, financial analysis, account reconciliations, and comprehensive plant reporting.
• Oversee the standard costing system, including annual cost-rolls and manufacturing variance analysis. Provide executive-level commentary on weekly and monthly management reports.
• Manage the BU investment strategy and project analysis (CER - Capital Expenditure Requests) pipeline. Partner with the Capital Projects Manager to provide strategic oversight on spend, ROI analysis, and project tracking.
• Drive the AOP and periodic forecasting processes by partnering with the Controller and operational leads. Ensure fiscal alignment across all departments and synthesize complex financial fluctuations into clear, actionable summaries for leadership review.
• Provide financial guidance and support for special projects, including internal/external audit support and physical inventory management.

Benefits

• Health, dental and vision insurance coverage, helping you “be safe, be healthy”
• Unlimited Paid Time Off
• A commitment to your future with a 401K plan, which currently offers a 6% company match and no vesting period
• Health Savings Accounts – Tax-advantaged savings account used for healthcare expenses
• Flexible Spending Accounts – Tax-advantaged spending accounts for healthcare and/or dependent daycare expenses
• Disability Insurance –Short-Term and Long-Term coverage, paid for by Allegion, provides income replacement for illness or injury
• Life Insurance – Term life coverage with the option to purchase supplemental coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Voluntary Wellness Program – Simply complete wellness activities and earn monetary rewards
• Employee Discounts through Perks at Work
• Community involvement and opportunities to give back so you can “serve others, not yourself”
• Opportunities to leverage your unique strengths through CliftonStrengths assessment & coaching

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager