Accounting Manager

## Accounting Manager Apply locations:
North America/USA/California/Rancho Cordova, CAtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todaytime left to apply:
End Date:
September 30, 2026 (30+ days left to apply) job requisition :
R0017201

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…