Junior Accountant

ASSA ABLOY•Milan, TN

7d•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. The position works under the direction of the Controller and helps maintain accurate financial records in accordance with GAAP, company policies, and internal controls. The Junior Accountant also supports closing activities, financial and management reporting, audits, internal control documentation, and investigations of account discrepancies. The role collaborates with Procurement on the monthly RNV report and works with colleagues across departments. The position is onsite.

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, escalating 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.