Senior Accountant

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. Senior Accountant-Carmel, IN (Hybrid) 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: The Senior Accountant serves as a key business partner to Business Unit Controllers, Finance Leaders, and cross-functional stakeholders, supporting the Door & Window Systems (D&WS) business unit as well as other Americas and Corporate functions. This role is responsible for maintaining the integrity of the general ledger, delivering timely and accurate financial information, and ensuring compliance with GAAP and company policies. This position requires a strong understanding of accounting principles in a dynamic environment, including software and services-based revenue streams. A successful candidate is detail-oriented, highly analytical, and thrives in a fast-paced environment while balancing multiple priorities and deadlines. What You Will Do Serve as a trusted business partner and financial resource to D&WS and other assigned business units, collaborating with Controllers, FP&A, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Treasury, and other cross-functional teams Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and general ledger maintenance Perform balance sheet reconciliations and resolve reconciling items in accordance with company policies Analyze financial results and provide insights to business partners to support decision-making Prepare and review financial reports to ensure compliance with GAAP and internal policies Maintain the accuracy of ERP systems, including chart of accounts and financial mappings Assist with system implementations, enhancements, and process automation initiatives Develop and utilize data analytics tools (e.g., Alteryx, Power BI, Power Automate) to analyze large datasets and improve reporting efficiency Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to audit inquiries Ensure a strong internal control environment and compliance with SOX requirements, including participation in control testing and documentation Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including process standardization and efficiency gains across business units Participate in special projects and ad hoc analyses as required What You Need to Succeed Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA and/or MBA preferred 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience, including general ledger accounting Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls High attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate across functions and levels Proficiency with Microsoft Office (advanced Excel, Power BI or similar tools preferred) Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively in a team environment Highly motivated with a continuous improvement mindset Ability to travel less than 5% when needed. W hy Work for Us? Allegion is a Great Place to Grow your Career if: You're seeking a rewarding opportunity that allows you to truly help others. With thousands of employees and customers around the world, there’s plenty of room to make an impact. As our values state, “this is your business, run with it”. You’re looking for a company that will invest in your professional development. As we grow, we want you to grow with us. You want a culture that promotes work-life balance. Our employees enjoy generous paid time off, because at Allegion we recognize that you have a full life outside of work! You want to work for an award-winning company that invests in its people. Allegion is proud to be a recipient of the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award for the second year in a row, recognizing our commitment to employee engagement, strengths-based development, and unlocking human potential. What You’ll Get from Us: Health, dental and vision insurance coverage, helping you “be safe, be healthy” Unlimited Paid Time Off A commitment to your future with a 401K plan, which currently offers a 6% company match and no vesting period Health Savings Accounts – Tax-advantaged savings account used for healthcare expenses Flexible Spending Accounts – Tax-advantaged spending accounts for healthcare and/or dependent daycare expenses Disability Insurance –Short-Term and Long-Term coverage, paid for by Allegion, provides income replacement for illness or injury Life Insurance – Term life coverage with the option to purchase supplemental coverage Tuition Reimbursement Voluntary Wellness Program – Simply complete wellness activities and earn monetary rewards Employee Discounts through Perks at Work Community involvement and opportunities to give back so you can “serve others, not yourself” Opportunities to leverage your unique strengths through CliftonStrengths assessment & coaching Apply Today! Join our team of experts today and help us make tomorrow’s world a safer place! Not sure if your experience perfectly aligns with the role? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification and every single preferred qualification of a job posting. At Allegion, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. So, if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every item in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role. #LI-TB1 #LI-Hybrid We Celebrate Who We Are! Allegion is committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. Together, we embrace all differences and similarities among colleagues, as well as the differences and similarities within the relationships that we foster with customers, suppliers and the communities where we live and work. Whatever your background, experience, race, color, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, we will make sure that you have every opportunity to impress us in your application and the opportunity to give your best at work, not because we’re required to, but because it’s the right thing to do. We are also committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If for any reason you cannot apply through our career site and require an accommodation or assistance, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team . © Allegion plc, 2023 | Block D, Iveagh Court, Harcourt Road, Dublin 2, Co. Dublin, Ireland REGISTERED IN IRELAND WITH LIMITED LIABILITY REGISTERED NUMBER 527370 Allegion is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer