Division Controller

ITW•Glenview, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

ITW Power Nailing, a division within ITW’s Construction Products segment, is a global provider of premium nailing and fastening solutions, including brands such as Paslode. The Division Controller is a strategic finance leader and a pivotal member of the division leadership team, responsible for financial planning, analysis, governance, and supporting above-market organic growth and operational excellence. The role shapes business strategy, improves decision-making and processes, and develops a high-performing finance team through talent development and cross-functional collaboration. The Division Controller partners with the VP/GM and division leaders on business planning, investment decisions, growth opportunities, operational improvements, forecasting, and performance management. The role oversees financial operations and reporting, maintains accounting practices and internal controls across division locations, supports ERP implementation, and develops finance talent. The position is based at the Glenview office; travel is as needed, primarily local with occasional overnight travel, approximately 10%.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
At least 8 years of progressive finance experience, including financial reporting and analysis, cost reduction, inventory control, and operational accounting in manufacturing and commercial environments.
At least 3 years in a financial leadership role with direct people management responsibility.
Demonstrated success partnering with senior leaders, translating financial analysis into clear recommendations, and influencing decisions that improve business results.
Experience leading financial planning, reporting, accounting, controls, and performance management in a complex business environment.
Advanced Excel skills and experience using financial reporting software.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to simplify complex information and adapt to different audiences.
Growth mindset and experience driving change while maintaining stakeholder alignment.
Ability to travel as needed, primarily locally with occasional overnight travel, approximately 10%.

Nice To Haves

MBA or master’s degree.
Experience leading or playing a significant finance role in an ERP implementation and working with business intelligence tools.
Demonstrated success in process simplification and accelerated decision-making.
Knowledge of the construction industry.

Responsibilities

Partner with the VP/GM and Division Leadership Team to develop and execute annual and long-term business plans.
Analyze potential capital investments, acquisitions, organic growth projects, restructuring initiatives, and other significant business opportunities.
Lead long-range planning and provide financial insight to identify growth opportunities, evaluate investments, and support profitable organic growth.
Improve reporting tools and financial insights to help commercial leaders make faster decisions, strengthen sales execution, and capture revenue opportunities.
Partner with sister divisions to optimize intercompany financial results and shared processes.
Partner with the Operations Director and operating-location leaders to improve productivity, reduce costs, and evaluate savings initiatives.
Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable, credit and collections, inventory and cost accounting, and payroll.
Lead initiatives to meet or exceed Annual Plan targets for revenue, operating income, inventory, and accounts receivable.
Support ERP implementation by aligning business processes and providing functional expertise.
Maintain accounting practices and internal controls across division locations, ensuring accurate reporting, compliance, and consistent financial processes.
Prepare monthly financial statements and analyze variances against plan, forecast, and prior year.
Lead planning and forecasting, delivering accurate monthly forecasts and clear performance targets.
Monitor and support continuous improvement to achieve above-average financial audit results and compliance.
Build and develop the finance team by assessing capabilities, coaching employees, creating development opportunities, and strengthening the pipeline for future finance leadership roles.