At Allegion, we help keep the people you know and love safe and secure where they live, work and visit. With more than 30 brands, 12,000+ employees globally and products sold in 130 countries, we specialize in security around the doorway and beyond. Additionally, in 2024 we were awarded the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, which recognizes the most engaged workplace cultures in the world.
Staff Accountant-Hybrid (Palm City, FL)
Allegion is looking for a Staff Accountant to work as part of a highly engaged small team within a global organization of 12,000+ employees, representing 30+ brands (including Schlage, Von Duprin and LCN) focused on safety, security and access management. You’ll work on solutions that will enable seamless access and help keep you and your loved ones safe and secure where they work, live and thrive.
What You Will Do:
Accounts Receivable (AR) & Billing
Generate and distribute accurate customer invoices and statements.
Apply daily cash receipts to customer accounts.
Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies.
Monitor AR aging reports and follow up on outstanding balances.
Support collections and escalate past-due accounts.
Collaborate with Sales and Customer Service to resolve billing disputes.
Accounts Payable (AP) & Vendor Management
Process vendor invoices with correct GL and cost center coding.
Resolve invoice discrepancies with internal teams and vendors.
Maintain Vendor Master File, including onboarding, W-9/W-8 collection, banking verification, and documentation.
Execute vendor payments in line with approval requirements.
Reconcile vendor statements and resolve outstanding items.
Ensure compliance with payment terms and manage discounts.
General Ledger & Month-End Close
Prepare and post journal entries with proper support and approvals.
Perform accruals, prepaids, depreciation, and payroll-related reconciliations.
Reconcile balance sheet accounts monthly.
Assist in preparing financial reports and schedules.
Maintain organized GL documentation.
Compliance & Audit Support
Ensure adherence to GAAP, SOX, and internal policies.
Prepare documentation for internal and external audits.
Track SOX issues and remediation activities.
Support annual compliance tasks (e.g., 1099 filings).
Additional Expectations
Maintain accuracy and attention to detail.
Meet close timelines and KPI targets.
Identify process improvement opportunities.
Protect confidentiality of financial data.
Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
What You Need to Succeed:
Bachelors degree in Finance/Accounting
3-5 years of solid experience in staff accounting
Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel & Dynamics)
Usage of ERPs and/or Business Central software
Why 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 up to $2,000 in 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
Compensation:
This range is provided by Allegion. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience.
The expected Base Salary Range: $58,000-68,000. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.
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.
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.
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