Onsite Junior Accountant: GAAP, Reconciliations & Close

ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions Americas; Milan (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Paid Vacation

Sick Time

Medical Insurance

401(k) Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Development

Job summary

ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions Americas in Milan, TN is seeking a Junior Accountant to join our Service Centers team onsite at our manufacturing facility. This role offers early-career accounting exposure, working under the Controller to support accurate monthly close and financial reporting in accordance with GAAP.

Responsibilities include journal entries, reconciliations, variance analysis, and collaboration across departments to improve data quality and internal controls, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Up to 3 years of accounting experience; internships considered.
• Working knowledge of GAAP, general ledger activity, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with JD Edwards, Power BI, or Business Objects is a plus.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail with the 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 the ability to maintain confidentiality.

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.
• Other projects and assignments, as needed.

Skills

Excel skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

JD Edwards

Power BI

Business Objects

Job description

ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions Americas in Milan, TN is seeking a Junior Accountant to join our Service Centers team onsite at our manufacturing facility. This role offers early-career accounting exposure, working under the Controller to support accurate monthly close and financial reporting in accordance with GAAP.

Responsibilities include journal entries, reconciliations, variance analysis, and collaboration across departments to improve data quality and internal controls, with opportunities for