Accounting Manager

About this role

We begin with dreams. Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The world's dreams, people's dreams, our dreams. Our passion creates ideas that make dreams come alive. Technology and products that were only dreams become reality.

All for dreams. Dreams challenge and the Nidec-Group will continue to meet the challenge. For the world's and people's tomorrows; the world's first, the world's best technologies and products; we will continue our part in creating a better society.

Job Summary Motion Control Engineering (MCE) has enjoyed a history of innovation, rapid growth and success. One of the early pioneers in the development of non-proprietary elevator controls, MCE is now the largest and most successful independent elevator control manufacturer in the world. In 2012, MCE became part of Nidec Corporation which is the World’s leading manufacturer of motors ranging from small precision to Ultra-size Motors. MCE’s elevator control products move people daily in tens of thousands of buildings around the world. Some of the most notable and recognizable buildings include the Statue of Liberty, The Washington Monument, The US Capitol Building, The US Supreme Court Building. MCE’s elevator control products also exist in thousands of buildings in universities, hospitals, shopping malls, housing projects, office buildings, etc. MCE is also the leading company in Nidec’s Global Elevator Solutions Group which serves the markets outside North America. The key to our success is our people, technology and quality. MCE’s people have a variety of educational achievement levels and work experiences, and represent a broad cultural diversity. The opportunities you will find at MCE are limited only by your desire to grow and succeed. Job Description Role Overview The Manager, Accounting leads a team responsible for day‑to‑day accounting activities such as general ledger, reconciliations, journal entries, close processes, and financial reporting support. The role ensures consistent application of accounting policies, maintains effective internal controls, and supports audits and compliance requirements. This position balances operational execution, people leadership, and continuous process improvement and serves as a key liaison between Accounting, Finance, Operations, and external auditors. The role typically reports to a Senior Manager, Accounting, Controller, or Director of Finance.

Key Responsibilities People Leadership & Team Management

Lead, coach, and develop accounting staff Set clear performance expectations and conduct regular feedback and reviews Allocate workload, prioritize tasks, and ensure adequate coverage during close cycles Support onboarding, training, and succession planning within the accounting team

Accounting Operations & Close Management

Oversee daily accounting activities including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes Ensure financial records are accurate, complete, and timely Resolve complex accounting issues and review team deliverables

Financial Reporting & Compliance

Ensure compliance with GAAP/IFRS (as applicable), company policies, and internal controls Review account reconciliations and financial analyses for accuracy and completeness Support preparation of financial statements, disclosures, and management reporting Ensure documentation supports audit and regulatory requirements

Internal Controls & Audit Support

Maintain and strengthen internal controls over financial reporting Support internal and external audits, including responses to audit requests Identify control gaps and support remediation and corrective actions Ensure compliance with SOX or other regulatory frameworks, where applicable

Process Improvement & Systems

Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, efficiency, and accuracy Support automation, system enhancements, or ERP initiatives Standardize procedures and promote best practices across the team Monitor KPIs related to close quality, timeliness, and reconciliation health

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

Partner with Finance, FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Operations, and shared services teams Support business initiatives requiring accounting input or analysis Communicate accounting policies and requirements clearly to stakeholders Escalate risks or issues with clear analysis and recommendations

Scope & Impact

Manages a team of accounting professionals or senior accountants Impact is at the department or functional level Decisions affect financial accuracy, compliance, audit outcomes, and management reporting Errors or control failures may have financial, regulatory, or reputational consequences

Qualifications Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required CPA or equivalent professional certification preferred Prior experience in accounting or financial reporting roles required Previous people‑management experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Strong knowledge of accounting principles, close processes, and internal controls Proven people‑leadership and performance‑management skills Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and judgment capabilities Ability to manage deadlines and priorities in a close‑driven environment Effective written, verbal, and stakeholder‑communication skills Proficiency with ERP systems and accounting tools

Additional Job Details Management – M2

Organizational Impact • Works to achieve operational, functional, and/or business targets within team with direct impact on departmental or job family results • Delivers operational results that have impact on the immediate or short-term results (e.g., less than 1 year) for the department and/or job family group • Plans and establishes goals and objectives for a team typically comprising of intermediate-level professionals and entry level professionals Communication & Influence • Communicates with parties within and occasionally outside of own department or job family,

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