Accounting Specialist

Ceco Door; Milan (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Ceco Door in Milan, Tennessee, is seeking an Accounting Specialist for an on-site, early-career role within ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions Americas. You’ll support core accounting functions, including payable processing, journal entries, and reconciliations, helping ensure accurate financial information and audit readiness.

You’ll work closely with internal and external stakeholders, maintain documentation, participate in monthly close, and identify process improvements to strengthen internal

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 1–3 years of accounting, accounts payable, general ledger, or related finance experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, lookups, and PivotTables.
• Ability to analyze financial data, research discrepancies, and communicate with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Accounts Payable Management: Review and process vendor invoices, identify exceptions, and coordinate resolutions for payment discrepancies with internal and external stakeholders.
• Financial Record Keeping: Prepare recurring and routine non-recurring journal entries, maintaining accurate accounting records and electronic documentation to support audit readiness.
• Account Reconciliation & Analysis: Perform bank, balance sheet, and general ledger reconciliations, researching variances to identify root causes and recommend adjustments.
• Financial Close Support: Manage assigned responsibilities and deadlines to actively support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls, recommending and assisting with the implementation of approved changes.

Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

1-3 years accounting experience

Excel (PivotTables, lookups)

Analytical skills

Communication with stakeholders

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Accounting Specialist | ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions Americas

The Tone: This is an on-site, early career opportunity at Ceco Door, an ASSA ABLOY branded company, located in Milan, Tennessee. ASSA ABLOY is a global leader in access solutions with a significant presence across more than 70 countries. This role is crucial for maintaining accurate and efficient financial processes within a manufacturing environment, supporting core accounting functions, and ensuring financial information integrity. The Accounting Specialist plays a key part in researching discrepancies and enabling smooth financial operations, offering a path to grow an accounting career.

The TL;DR

• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person Milan, TN
• Team: Reports to the General Accounting Manager.
• Mission: To provide essential accounting and administrative support, ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of financial information across various accounting functions.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Excel, ERP system or accounting software (preferred)

What You’ll Actually Do

• Accounts Payable Management: Review and process vendor invoices, identify exceptions, and coordinate resolutions for payment discrepancies with internal and external stakeholders.
• Financial Record Keeping: Prepare recurring and routine non-recurring journal entries, maintaining accurate accounting records and electronic documentation to support audit readiness.
• Account Reconciliation & Analysis: Perform assigned bank, balance sheet, and general ledger reconciliations, researching variances to identify root causes and recommend adjustments.
• Financial Close Support: Manage assigned responsibilities and deadlines to actively support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls, recommending and assisting with the implementation of approved changes.

The Must-Haves

• Background: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Entry-level professional with a working knowledge of accounting principles, account reconciliations, and financial reporting fundamentals.
• Experience: One to three years of accounting, accounts payable, general ledger, or related finance experience preferred. Relevant internship or professional accounting experience may be considered.
• Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, lookups, and PivotTables. Ability to analyze financial data, research discrepancies, interpret accounting policies, and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
• Bonus: Experience with an ERP system or accounting software.