Accounting Manager

allegion; United States; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegion is seeking an Accounting Manager to join the LCN team in Princeton, IL. The role focuses on strategic financial guidance to plant and finance leadership, with a Lean Manufacturing mindset and strong GAAP/SOX compliance.

The position supports a hybrid work arrangement and offers opportunities to influence profitability and process improvements. The ideal candidate will have 5–8+ years of progressive accounting experience, a degree in accounting or finance, and CPA/CMA/MBA preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred.
• 5–8+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, ideally in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Act as a primary financial advisor to plant and functional leaders, translating data into actionable strategies.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives to drive Lean Manufacturing and improve profitability.
• Supervise and develop the finance staff, ensuring high performance and cross-training.
• Maintain robust internal controls to ensure GAAP and regulatory compliance; assist with SOX testing and remediation.
• Manage full-cycle month-end close, including journal entries, analysis, reconciliations, and plant reporting.

Skills

Financial advisory

GAAP knowledge

SOX compliance

Cost/variance analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA / CMA / MBA preferred

Job description

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.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic, hands‑on Accounting Manager to join our LCN team. This role is designed for a detail‑oriented professional with strong accounting and analytical capabilities who can provide strategic guidance to plant and finance leadership. The ideal candidate will thrive in a high‑growth environment, demonstrating excellent communication, and problem‑solving skills to navigate business changes effectively.

What You Will Do:

• Business Partnering & Strategic Influence: Strategic Advisory: Act as a primary financial advisor to plant and functional leaders, translating complex financial data into actionable strategies to improve business outcomes.
• Operational Excellence: Lead cross‑functional initiatives to drive a Lean Manufacturing mindset. Identify and execute value‑added process improvements that enhance profitability and operational efficiency.
• Team Mentorship : Supervise and develop the finance staff (including Financial Analysts), ensuring high performance, professional growth, and effective cross‑training within the group.
• Compliance & Internal Controls: Regulatory Oversight: Maintain a robust internal control environment to ensure all accounting procedures fully compliant with GAAP and FICAP standards. Financial Risk & Governance: 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.
• Financial Projects & Processes: Month‑End Close: Manage the full‑cycle month‑end closing process, including journal entries, financial analysis, account reconciliations, and comprehensive plant reporting. Cost Accounting & Variance Analysis: Oversee the standard costing system, including annual cost‑rolls and manufacturing variance analysis. Provide executive‑level commentary on weekly and monthly management reports. Investment Strategy: Manage the BU investment strategy and project analysis (CER‑ Capital Expenditure Requests) pipeline. Partner with the Capital ProjectsManager to provide strategic oversight on spend, ROI analysis, and project tracking. Budgeting & Forecasting: Drive the AOP curves, and the periodic forecasting processes.

What You Need to Succeed:

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance (Required). CPA, CMA, or MBA (Preferred). Experience: 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