Finance Manager

** 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._

** Finance Manager-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._

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* Job Summary:

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* ** Business Units Supported:
** Waitwhile, other GSS entities as needed

The Finance Manager will play a crucial role in supporting the GSS Finance Director and key business partners for the Waitwhile business unit. This role is responsible for providing financial leadership, analysis, and business partnership that will be demonstrated through driving month end close, forecasting, and supporting the continued integration of Waitwhile into the Allegion network and procedures. A successful candidate in this role will drive thoughtful and strategic insights to a growth-minded business leadership team and thrives in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment that requires balancing multiple priorities and deadlines.

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* What You Will Do:

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* + Oversee month end and annual closing process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, coordination with shared services, as well financial analysis and reporting

+ Maintain a robust and effective system of internal controls over financial reporting, as well as ensure all financial reporting is in compliance with US GAAP and internal policies

+ Support the financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes, including coordination with business leaders to drive the Annual Operating Plan

+ Act as a strategic business partner to the Waitwhile leadership team, providing insights on business performance, growth and go-to-market opportunities, and risk mitigation

+ Collaborate closely with department leaders to ensure effective management of the following processes

+ ARR pipeline and sales forecast management

+ Sales invoicing and proper revenue recognition

+ Accounts Receivable collections and monitoring

+ Accounts Payable and invoice processing

+ Capital expenditures and budget accountability

+ Oversee treasury functions, including daily cash management and accurate cash flow forecasting

+ Drive process improvement and automation initiatives to enhance financial reporting and KPI metric accuracy and efficiency

+ Other finance responsibilities to support the larger Global Software Solutions organization, as needed

** What You Need to Succeed:*
* + Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field; MBA or CPA preferred.

+ Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive finance experience, preferably in software as a service or related industries.

+ Proven ability to work with complex, cross-border business units and cross-functional teams.

+ Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

+ Proficient with ERP systems (e.g., Quick Books, Hyperion, Maxio) and advanced Excel skills; experience with BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) and CRM tools (e.g., Stripe, Salesforce) is a plus.

+ Excellent analytical and communication skills with the ability to influence throughout the organization.

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* ** 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…