The Company

Allegion Australia is a leading provider of security and access solutions, specializing in mechanical and electronic locks, door closers, exit devices, and access control systems. Serving a wide range of industries including commercial, educational, healthcare, and residential sectors, Allegion delivers innovative products that ensure safety, security, and convenience. With a strong portfolio of trusted brands such as Schlage, LCN, and Legge, the company focuses on advancing smarter access with cutting-edge technologies. Backed by global expertise and local knowledge, Allegion Australia is committed to building safer communities and supporting clients with reliable, high-performance security solutions tailored to the Australian market.

Location and Compensation

Based in Blackburn, Melbourne

Full-time position with a salary range of $150,000 to $160,000 + superannuation

Job Description:

Work with Corporate Consolidation and Regional FPA teams to ensure the necessary entities are set up in HFM.

Work with local finance teams to ensure a smooth and streamlined close process.

Build mapping tables from General Ledger to HFM and where possible store in ERP.

Work with Treasury to ensure all necessary banking change.

Ensure Allegion controls around banking are implemented.

Take initial responsibility for all FPA reporting required by Allegion (AOP, Forecast, Headline, ARC etc.) and after a period of time migrate these activities to the local team.

Evaluate results and report recommendations to management. Provide leadership in initiating improvements.

Assume role of SOX Site Co-Ordinator for the new acquisition.

Co-ordination of Compliance activities across APAC

Ensure internal controls are implemented and Design Assessment performed for all new acquisitions

Support Finance Director, Corporate Development and Compliance, International on rolling out all accounting and policy changes to new acquisitions and any ad hoc requirements.

Coordinate and oversee periodic internal control testing. Evaluate findings and monitor the cycle of creation of action plans to issue remediation.

What will make you succeed in this role?

BS/BA degree in Finance or Accounting

5 years general accounting and financial reporting experience.

Bi-lingual skills (Fluent in English)

Relevant experience demonstrating an aptitude for analyzing systems, processes and operational procedures.

Strong understanding of auditing procedures and information technology general computer control concepts.

Strong financial systems experience.

Auditing and Big Four experience preferable.

Knowledge of US GAAP

Project management experience with the ability to work independently on special projects and complex assignments.

Excellent excel and data analysis skills.

Proficient in MS digital tools including Word and PowerPoint

What's in it for you:

Being part of a growing an innovative global company with the opportunity to work with strong leadership and a clear market strategy

Local and global network of resources and learning and development pathways

The opportunity to work for an organisation that is truly committed to its peopl

Working Environment
National, highly interactive, multi-disciplined team. Fast paced requiring a high degree of flexibility and technical knowledge. Part of a global network of resources and infrastructure.

Apply:

If you satisfy the above, please apply without hesitation outlining why you are suitable. Applications will be accepted for 4 weeks from the date of advert posting. Please note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.