Junior Accountant

ASSA ABLOY • Milan, TN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

ASSA ABLOY is hiring a Junior Accountant for its Service Centers team at the company’s manufacturing facility in Milan, Tennessee. This early-career role supports accounting and financial reporting activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, variance analysis, and month-end close. Working under the direction of the Controller, the Junior Accountant helps maintain accurate financial records in accordance with GAAP, company policies, and internal controls.

The position works with colleagues across departments and supports monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities, reporting, and audits. It also includes preparing Internal Control System statements and reconciliations, preparing the monthly RNV report, and partnering with Procurement to investigate discrepancies. The company describes opportunities for learning, career development, and growth within a diverse and inclusive team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Up to 3 years of accounting or related experience; relevant internship experience will be considered.
• Working knowledge of accounting principles, general ledger activity, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to recognize and investigate discrepancies.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across functions.
• Sound judgment and ability to maintain confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with JD Edwards, Power BI, or Business Objects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare recurring and non-recurring journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation.
• Complete balance sheet, bank, intercompany, and general ledger reconciliations.
• Investigate discrepancies and help resolve accounting issues.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities within established deadlines.
• Review account activity, trends, and variances, and escalate unusual or significant items.
• Prepare account analyses and supporting schedules for financial and management reporting.
• Assist with financial statements and internal and external audits.
• Maintain accurate, organized, and audit-ready financial records.
• Prepare Internal Control System statements and related reconciliations.
• Prepare the monthly RNV report and partner with Procurement to investigate discrepancies.
• Follow GAAP, company accounting policies, and internal controls.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and data quality.
• Build effective working relationships across departments.
• Complete other projects and assignments as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Paid vacation and sick time, and paid company holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

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