Division Controller

ITW•Glenview, IL

1d•$175,000 - $225,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Division Controller is a strategic finance leader and business partner on the ITW Mechanical Fastening leadership team. The role leads financial planning, analysis, and governance in support of above-market organic growth and operational excellence. It helps shape business strategy, uses ITW’s business model to simplify processes and improve decision-making, and develops a high-performing finance team through talent development and cross-functional collaboration. ITW Mechanical Fastening is part of the Construction Products segment and provides differentiated fastening solutions, including the GRK, Tapcon, and Teks brands. The position is based at the Glenview office and requires travel as needed to facilities in the Greater Chicago area. The role offers an annual base salary of $175,000 to $225,000 and is eligible for a bonus of up to 25%.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
At least 10 years of progressive finance experience, including financial reporting and analysis, cost and inventory control, P&L management, and operational accounting.
Experience supporting a multi-site manufacturing environment.
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.
Ability to navigate and adapt to evolving business environments and ambiguity, and to anticipate business needs and risks.
Growth mindset and experience driving change while maintaining stakeholder alignment.
Ability to travel as needed to facilities in the Greater Chicago area.

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.
Knowledge of the construction industry.

Responsibilities

Lead development and execution of Mechanical Fastening’s Annual Plan and Long-Range Plan, including key financial initiatives.
Lead financial analysis and decision-making for ‘80’ growth products, including resource and capital investment decisions.
Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable, credit and collections, inventory and cost accounting, and payroll.
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.
Communicate financial plans, results, and outlook to divisional and corporate leadership, explaining the story behind the numbers.
Partner with the Division Leadership Team to achieve or exceed Annual Plan targets for revenue, operating income, inventory, and accounts receivable.
Improve reporting tools and financial insights to support commercial decision-making, sales execution, and revenue opportunities.
Partner with sister divisions to optimize intercompany financial results and shared processes.
Work with the Operations Director and operating-location leaders to improve productivity, reduce costs, and evaluate savings initiatives through financial analysis.
Build credibility and collaboration across functions.
Maintain strong accounting practices and internal controls across division locations, ensuring accurate reporting, compliance, and consistent financial processes.
Support ERP implementation as required through business-process alignment and functional expertise.
Monitor and support the sustenance and continuous improvement of above-average financial audit results and compliance.
Develop a high-impact finance team and optimize individual, team, and cross-functional performance.
Develop ITW leaders through coaching, development planning, and performance management.
Create and sustain accountability by aligning the team to strategy, setting clear expectations, and reinforcing ownership of results.